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DR. ANDRE LACHANCE
Date of Passing: May 07, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDR. ANDRE LACHANCE C'est avec tristesse que nous annonçons le décès du Dr André Lachance le lundi, 7 mai 2012. Epoux bien-aimé de Cécile Lachance (née Boily), père de Rachel (Aurèle Pelletier), Brigitte (Bernie Schulzki), Pierre, Christine (Lionel Piché), Sylvie (Bill Smith), Paul (Susan Campbell), grand-papa de Caroline, Mathieu, Antoine, Daniel, Christine (John Wren), Sonya, Richard, Dominique, Chantal, René, Stéphane, Colin, Cali et Michelle. Il laisse aussi dans le deuil plusieurs beaux-frères, belles-soeurs, neveux et nièces. Il est précédé dans la mort par ses parents Joseph et Eva (née Potvin), ses demi-frères et demi-soeurs Florent, Dorilda, Alphonsine, Clément, Soeur Annette, Armande, Hilaire, Noël, Eusèbe et son frère Roland. André est né le 20 janvier 1931 à Saint-Eustache, Manitoba. André a passé ses études secondaires au Collège Saint-Boniface et c'est à ce temps-là qu'il rencontra sa chérie Cécile. André a étudié l'art dentaire à l'Université de Montréal pendant que sa bien-aimée l'attendait à Winnipeg. Ils se sont échangé des lettres pendant cinq ans. A son retour, André et Cécile se marient et cette union durera plus de 54 ans. Il établit sa pratique dentaire à Saint-Boniface et 48 ans plus tard, c'est avec grande fierté qu'il laisse la relève à sa fille Christine. André et Cécile passent de nombreux étés mémorables avec leurs enfants au chalet du lac Nutimik. Ils font plusieurs voyages de famille au Canada et aux Etats-Unis. Ils ont aimé les vacances hivernales au Mexique. Il était enthousiaste de la chasse à l'orignal, du jardinage, et aimait la crème glacée et les biscuits. Sa plus grande passion était d'être dentiste. André était un homme généreux, avait une grande foi et voulait toujours aider son prochain. Il avait un bon sens d'humour et était toujours prêt à rire. Il était fier d'être francophone. La famille tient à reconnaitre Ron, Vince et Wu qui ont secondé Maman dans les soins de Papa. Nous voulons surtout remercier sa chérie qui était à ses côtés jusqu'au dernier souffle. MERCI Maman de ton amour, de ta bonté, de ta patience et de ton dévouement qui ont assuré à Papa une qualité de vie sans pareil. La célébration des funérailles aura lieu le samedi, 12 mai 2012 à 10h (visionnement à 9h30) à la Cathédrale de Saint-Boniface. L'inhumation aura lieu à une date ultérieure au cimetière Glen Lawn. Au lieu de fleurs, des dons seront acceptés au Centre Flavie-Laurent Centre Inc., 164 rue Marion, Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T4, Siloam Mission, 300 rue Princess, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1M3 et Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, 10-120 rue Donald, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2. Mon père était un bon homme.... Veuillez envoyer vos condoléances à www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca DR. ANDRE LACHANCE It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Dr. André Lachance on Monday, May 7, 2012. He leaves to mourn his beloved wife Cécile Lachance (née Boily), his children Rachel (Aurèle Pelletier), Brigitte (Bernie Schulzki), Pierre, Christine (Lionel Piché), Sylvie (Bill Smith) and Paul (Susan Campbell), his grandchildren Caroline, Mathieu, Antoine, Daniel, Christine (John Wren), Sonya, Richard, Dominique, Chantal, René, Stéphane, Colin, Cali and Michelle as well as many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Eva (nee Potvin), his half-brothers and half-sisters Florent, Dorilda, Alphonsine, Clément, Sister Annette, Armande, Hilaire, Noël, Eusèbe, and his brother Roland. André was born January 20, 1931 in St. Eustache, Manitoba. He studied at Collège Saint-Boniface at which time he met his dear Cécile. André studied dentistry at Université de Montréal while his sweetheart waited for him in Winnipeg. They exchanged letters for five years. Upon his return, André and Cécile married and began their life together which lasted more than 54 years. He established his dental practice in St. Boniface and 48 years later, proudly passed the torch to his daughter Christine. André and Cécile spent many memorable summers with their children at the family cottage at Nutimik Lake in the Whiteshell. They went on several family trips in Canada and the United States. They loved their winter vacations in Mexico. André was enthusiastic about moose hunting and gardening. He had a fondness for ice-cream and cookies. He LOVED being a dentist. André was a generous and devout man, always willing to help others. He had a great sense of humour and was always jovial. He was a proud francophone. The family wishes to thank Ron, Vince and Wu who provided respite to Maman in caring for Papa. We especially thank and express our gratitude to Maman for her endless devotion, care, patience and love that assured Papa an unsurpassed quality of life. A funeral mass will take place Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. (viewing at 9:30 a.m.) at St. Boniface Cathedral. Interment to follow at a later date in Glen Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Centre Flavie-Laurent Centre Inc., 164 Marion St., Winnipeg, MB R2H 0T4, Siloam Mission, 300 Princess St., Winnipeg, MB R3B 1M3 or Alzheimer Society of Manitoba 10-120 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2. My father was a good man... Condolences may be sent to www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca DESJARDINS 233-4949 1-888-233-4949
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 10, 2012
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Dr. La Chance was a kind and quiet person, a complete family man and a glowing example to his family and community. I am saddened to learn of his passing. Eternal rest grant him O' lord and may light perpetual shine upon him; may he rest in peace, Amen. - Posted by: Christopher Teklemariam Collymore (Friend of the Family) on: Jan 12, 2013
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Chère Cécile et famille, veuillez accepter l'assurance de nos prières pour André en ce moment douloureux. André, comme vous l'avez dit, était un homme généreux et il a bien appuyé notre mission auprès des démunis. Merci d'avoir dirigé des dons au Centre Flavie-Laurent. - Posted by: Centre Flavie-Laurent / Gilbert Vielfaure (friend) on: May 22, 2012
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I am so sorry to hear about the passing of someone I consider a good friend. I just returned from Newfoundland where I attended the Catholic Health Alliance of Canada and what a shock to find out that my long-term dentist had left us for a better place. Cécile, Christine (my present dentist) and family, I would have loved so much to be with you during this difficult time, and to be present at the funeral. Please accept my sincere sympathies with the assurance of my prayers for your dear Husband and Dad. Dr. Lachance was such a professional person with a heart of gold. He would give of his time as if I were the only patient in the office. One day he came to the office at 5 o'clock in the morning to do a root canal because I was leaving at 10 for the NWT. What a man! I'm sure God has greeted Dr. André with open arms. May he now comfort all those who have loved and cared for him on his journey. - Posted by: Thérèse Vachon s.g.m. (friend/patient) on: May 17, 2012
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Our sincerest condolences. M. Lachance was a dear friend of mom and dad.. They enjoyed his friendship. I have enjoyed times as well when dad and I would help with M. Lachance's mini projects. He always greeted me with a friendly smile and a handshake. May he rest in peace. He's in our prayers. - Posted by: Guy Jeanson (Friend of family) on: May 14, 2012
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Dr. Lachance was my first dentist. He was a very friendy, kindhearted gentleman with always a smile on his face. - Posted by: Marlene Weidman (Patient) on: May 12, 2012
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Pierre and family - I'm so sorry to hear about your father's passing. I fondly remember the chats we had together when he was helping you with things around your house. Your father was always friendly and smiling with a kind heart. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. With fond remembrance and my deepest sympathies. - Posted by: Andrea Otto Grozli (Friend of Pierre's) on: May 11, 2012
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Dr. Lachance was my first dentist and a lovely man. He loved to tell a story about his family so I felt that I knew them all. I am currently in the UK so I will miss the funeral which I would have loved to attend. My sympathies to you all; this is a great loss to all of you, but take comfort in knowing that he is in a much better place now. Amitiés - Posted by: Jackie Cantin (former patient/friend) on: May 11, 2012
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My sincere condolences to Cécile and the Lachance family. Dr. Lachance was a kind and generous man, always ready to help someone in need. May God Bless his Soul! - Posted by: Paul Dufault (Friend) on: May 11, 2012
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Dr. Lachance's office was kitty corner from my dad's store on Tache. Our entire family were his patients. He was a skilled professional with an extremely gentle touch. He had a smile on his face, and always had something funny or pleasant to share. - Posted by: Michele Zell Kanter for the Zell Family (Patients) on: May 10, 2012
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I had the good fortune of working for Dr. Lachance in the mid sixties. He was a great "boss" and it was thanks to his encouragement that I graduated from dental nursing. Even though I left his employment in 1968, we occasionally kept in touch. It warmed our hearts to have him and his charming wife attend our 25th anniversary. That was such a nice surprise! Eddy (Adam) later became one of his patients. The last time we met was during our bus trip to the Maritimes about five years ago. When exiting a public washroom, there he was with Cecile. What a coincidence that we should meet so far from Winnipeg. The photos that were then taken of the four of us will be cherished forever. Our sincere condolences to Cecile and to the entire family. He will surely be greatly missed. May all of your fond memories sustain you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sincerely, Jocelyne and Eddy Jaremowich - Posted by: Jocelyne (Lauze) and Eddy Jaremowich (employee/friend/patient) on: May 10, 2012
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Andre was a wonderful, kind person, he impacted my life with wonderful stories of his family and his beloved practice. I will never forgot Andre, forever in my heart! - Posted by: Janice and Derrick Hebb (Friends) on: May 10, 2012
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nos plus sincere sympathie. - Posted by: Roland& Pierrette Menard (first cousin) on: May 10, 2012
