GOUR, Gérard

GOUR, Gérard - The family wishes to announce the passing of Gérard Gour of Hanmer on Friday, July 6th, 2012 at the Maison Vale Hospice. Predeceased by his wife of 45 years (Lucille Aubin) and survived by Murielle Richer. Beloved father of Richard (predeceased), Monique (Marcel Foucault) of Chelmsford; Ron (Lise) Hanmer. Will be joyfully remembered by his Grandchildren: Julie (Jean); Sylvie (Shawn); Eric, Mélanie, Stéphanie, Valérie, Nicholas, Taylor; and Great-grandchildren: Emily, Isabelle, Emilie, Alexie and Jacob. Cherished Brother of: Lionel - predeceased (Jeanne D'arc) of Hanmer; Fernand - predeceased (Rachel) of S.S. Marie; Maurice (predeceased Jeannette) of Val Caron; Alcide of Hamilton; Etoila St. Germain of Sudbury, Claudette Lavallie of Manitoulin Island; Marcel of Sudbury and Michel (Christine) of Hanmer. Parents: Predeceased Léon and Célanire (Lagrandeur). Will be sadly missed by Ricky, Debbie, Kobe and Noah Richer and Amy (Steve) and Avery Richer, many nieces and nephews and many friends. Gérard dedicated his life to hard work and caring for others. He opened his home to teenagers; followed by seniors for many years and helped care for them. Gérard had a 32 year career at Falconbridge mines before he retired. He pursued his passion in the attempt to invent a Perpetual wheel; which was quite impressive. Gérard was also very musically inclined with a love for his violin and banjo. Playing pool was also a great joy. With anything that was challenging he would attempt and find a way to persevere. He stood tall in his family, proving to be a source of strength, compassion, love and joy. His courage and attitude has been inspiring to us all. Resting at the LOUGHEED FUNERAL HOME Hanmer/Capreol Chapel, 4605 Michelle Drive, Hanmer. Funeral Mass in Ste. Marguerite d'Youville Church Val Therese Tuesday, July 10th, 2012 at 11am. Interment in the Valley East Cemetery. Donations to the Northern Cancer Foundation (Cancer Center) would be appreciated. (Friends may call 2-5; 7-9pm Monday). To light a memorial candle, flowers, donations or messages of condolences available on-line at www.lougheed.org