Lessard, Richard

LESSARD, Richard - Passed away suddenly at his home in Chapleau on Monday May 31, 2010 at the age of 75 years. Beloved husband of the late Rita Lessard (nee Arbour). He is survived by his dear friend Annette Besnier and his three daughters Sylvie (Kevin Maloney), France (Mike Ethier) and Annie (Anthony Barbeau). Loving grandfather of Maggie, André and Jason and step-grandfather of Kirk, Josh, Keith and Harmony. Brother of the late Yvon Lessard (late Jacqueline). Richard will be sadly missed by the Lessard and Arbour families and his many friends. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Sacred Heart Church (Chapleau) on Monday June 7, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Sébastien Groleau officiating. Inurnment at Chapleau Municipal Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Chapleau Health Services Centre or to the Sacred Heart Parish would be greatly appreciated by the family. (Arrangements entrusted to the P.M. GILMARTIN FUNERAL HOME, Wawa, 1-800-439-4937).