GREGOIRE, Ambrose

GREGOIRE, Ambrose (Blondie) - Passed away with his beloved family by his side on Friday, August 10th, 2012 at the age of 80. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Frances (St. Jean); son William (wife Judy predeceased), daughter Suzanne (Bedard) and son Steve. Blondie also leaves behind to mourn: his grandchildren, Jennifer, Jasmine, Les Paul, Danielle, Shane, Crystal, Melissa and Tanya (predeceased), plus his great grandchildren: Jameel, Aubree, Braedan and Hunter. Also predeceased by his sister Doris and brother Gordon, but leaves behind his sister Joyce Danyluk (husband Phil predeceased). Blondie will be especially missed by all his nieces and nephews. Blondie worked very hard as a miner until he retired to spend his time at camp doing what he loved most: hunting, fishing and camping. He will always be remembered by his loving family and friends. His family would like to thank those who cared for him at the Kelowna Hospice House and the staff on 4A at the Kelowna General Hospital. He will be greatly missed by all, and his life continues to be celebrated and remembered by his great family and friends.