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Jeanil (John) André Bélanger
July 23, 1941 - December 28, 2014
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Born in Temiscamingue, QC, eldest of 15, Jeanil worked in Montreal before moving to Powell River in the mid-1960s.
Left to remember his joyful, positive and humorous nature are his wife of 46 years Linda, his daughters Laura (Mark) and Alice (Chris), his grandchildren Alicia, David, Claire, Robert, Kyle and Vito, seven brothers and six sisters, numerous nieces and nephews, a rich extended family and a lifetime of dear friends.
Jeanil’s joy could be felt in his willingness to help others. His passion for carpentry was shared with others, with his vast experience and knowledge to his artistic wooden pieces. After his cancer diagnosis one year ago, Jeanil was determined to make wooden jewellery and treasure boxes and he finished his project just prior to his condition changing.
Jeanil loved to travel and he treasured his cruise with Linda to the Panama Canal.
Jeanil enjoyed the summer months, to work in the garden, going on hikes and could be seen riding his bike throughout the community. He loved to listen to music, especially the Bee Gees, where the music was often turned up. Jeanil treasured eating out with the family and one of his favourite restaurants was The Laughing Oyster.
Jeanil was always so appreciative of acts of kindness and generosity given to him and he was humbled by the love of others.
Prayers to be said at 7:30 pm on Friday, January 2 at Church of the Assumption. A Mass of Christian Burial is to be held at 10 am Saturday, January 3 at Church of the Assumption with Father Dass officiating. A reception will follow the graveside service at St. Joseph’s Hall.
Jeanil loved a very happy and full life to the end of his journey.
“Father, I have finished the work you have given me to do…into your hands I commend my spirit.”
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From: Donald et Madeleine Bélanger
Relation: onle et tante
Nos profondes sympathies à vous tous de la famille. Nous n’avons que de bons souvenirs de Jeanil. Bon courage pour les jours douloureux à venir qui ne seront pas facile. On sera avec vous en pensée. xxxxx
From: Daniel Bélanger
Relation: Frère
Nos pensées sont avec vous- autres ..Linda et les enfants tu resteras à jamais dans nos pensée , cher Jeanil
From: Gwen Law
Relation: acquaintance
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and let you know that my thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May the blessings of love be upon you.
From: Sylvanne Bélanger
Relation: M'y brother
Jeanil,je garderai en souvenir pour toute ma vie,le Noël sur la ferme où tu arrives de Powell River avec des cadeaux pour chacun de nous ( 13 en tour) et moi j’avais reçu un gilet que j’ai gardé jusqu’au dernier filage.Et quand je pensais à toi je voyais toujours tes yeux brillants me donnant ce beau gilet vert.Merci pour ce grand bonheur.merci pour cela.Bon voyage mon frère. Je t’aime. Sylvanne.
From: Auréa Rodrigue et Jean-Marie Gervais
Relation: petit cousin
Nous désirons offrir nos sincères sympathies à la conjointe et aux enfants de Jeanil, ainsi qu’à ses soeurs et frères : Yvon, Liette, Lucien, Sylvianne, Gillette, Michelin, Célise, Daniel, Joëlle, Jacquelin, Roseline, Nicole et Claudie.
From: Mario Gervais
Relation: lointain cousin ami de la famille
J’offre à la famille de Jeanil, sa conjointe et ses enfants mes sincères condoléances. Mes sympathies à ses soeurs et frères Yvon, Liette, Lucien, Sylvanne, Gillette, Michelin, Célise, Daniel, Joëlle, Jacquelin, Roseline, Nicole et Claudie, ainsi qu’à leurs enfants. Bon courage à tous… Mario
From: Pat van schaik
Relation: I knew him as Linda's husband, and we always stopped and talked a bit whenever we saw each other.
I am so sorry for your loss, he was such a sweet and friendly person even to people like me who he barely knew.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
January 3, 2015
Beginning at 10:00am
Location:
Church of the Assumption
7109 Glacier St.
Powell River, BC Canada
7109 Glacier St.
Powell River, BC Canada
Prayers
Date & Time:
January 2, 2015
Beginning at 7:30pm
Location:
Church of the Assumption
7109 Glacier St.
Powell River, BC Canada
Prayers for Mr. Belanger will follow the First Friday 7:00 pm Mass
7109 Glacier St.
Powell River, BC Canada
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