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LOUIS GOSSELIN
Born: Aug 03, 1941
Date of Passing: Apr 27, 2013
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LOUIS GOSSELIN August 3, 1941 - April 27, 2013 After a seven year battle against Multiple Myeloma cancer, Louis presented himself to his Creator on Saturday, April 27, 2013. Still, he considered himself lucky at having been blessed with tremendous physical strength before the illness. He stood "like a rock" in his beliefs of carrying on with honouring his ancestors and so in his determination of transmitting cultural roots. During his fight for more time on the planet, he enjoyed life as best he could, especially as "pépère" of five grandchildren. Louis is dearly missed by Paulette Ruest, his life partner, loving wife and companion of 51 years. Louis can rest in peace knowing that Daniel and Jacques, their chosen sons, will do their best to make him proud of their daily efforts at bringing true happiness to their own children: Daniel and Gabrielle's twin girls: Jolaine and Josianne, and Jacques' three teenagers: Miguel, Nicola and Janique. So now, Louis, first born to Ovila and Cécile (Maynard) gets a second welcome as he meets his parents and holds his baby brother, Raymond. He can also reunite with his brothers-in-law: Raymond Saucier, Jim Casson, Adélard Senécal, Henri Maynard, and Paulette's sister, Lorraine, and father-in-law Alphonse Ruest. His big brother's peaceful leadership was really appreciated by his 10 siblings: Eveline (Jean-Guy L'Ecuyer), Solange (Fernand Rémillard), Yvonne (Henri Coulombe), Lise (Michel Courcelles), Juliette, Angèle (Marc Hamonic), Gilbert (Connie), Huguette (Robert Trudel), Lucie (Gillmor Kneeshaw), and François (Heidi). His stepmother, Lucille Gosselin and mother-in-law Bernadette Ruest dearly miss Louis. Numerous nephews and nieces, friends and work colleagues will remember him as a joyful, most generous and all in all, a very caring, great guy. Paulette's family, the Ruests, will miss Louis' share in creating plenty of sing-song parties, especially at campfires. Throughout life, Louis was a truly respected, well-meaning community leader, educator, and sports minded person. He was instrumental in starting the "Warriors" hockey team in his hometown of Saint-Malo. His last responsibility as Official Languages' Representative gave him the opportunity to help promote services in both English and French at designated offices. He was also a dedicated deacon, ministering to Roseau First Nation and throughout Manitoba communities. His own GPS sense of direction in life will carry on guiding souls and it has been repeated that Heaven has an extra angel to welcome us with open arms when our journey is completed. We feel sure we've lost a pillar of strength, indeed, a commanding Warrior at heart Louis know that your re-mission has just begun. Louis' families wish to express their gratitude to CancerCare staffs in Winnipeg and Steinbach and also, for all the Saint-Pierre Hospital Acute Care staff. Monseigneur Albert Le Gatt will preside the Celebration of Louis' life with Father Dominic La Fleur on Saturday, May 4, at 10:30 a.m. at Saint-Malo Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 675 McDermot Avenue, Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. DESJARDINS 233-4949 1-888-233-4949 www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 30, 2013
Condolences & Memories (31 entries)
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Paulette and family,...... so sorry to hear of Louis's passing. He was a true gentleman in every sense, and it was always a pleasure to see him, whether it be in the dental office or elsewhere. He will certainly be missed by many. Take comfort in knowing the angels welcomed him with open arms. May he rest in eternal peace. Dr. Zoltan & Janice Horvath - Posted by: Dr. Zoltan & Janice Horvath (Dentist) on: May 13, 2013
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Mon épouse, Suzette, et moi aimerions t'exprimer nos plus sincères condoléances, même si c'est un peu tard. Que tu trouves la force et la détermination de poursuivre le bonheur accompagnée des bons souvenirs de ton cher Louis. - Posted by: Joseph-Ambroise Desrosiers (Ami) on: May 11, 2013
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I'm so sorry to hear of Louis's passing. My sincere sympathy to you Paulette and your family. - Posted by: Jeanne Chouinard (Paulette's cousin) on: May 04, 2013
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Nos sincères sympathies à Paulette, Daniel, Jacques, famille Ruest et Gosselin. Ceci est une énorme perte spécialement dans la communauté de Saint-Malo. Cher Louis, fini la maladie, maintenant au paradis. Merci d'avoir touché tellement de gens. Bon courage Paulette on te garde dans nos prières. - Posted by: Norbert et Rachelle Tessier (amis) on: May 04, 2013
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Sincères condoléances à toute la famille. Nous sommes chanceux d`avoir eu la chance de connaître Louis. Une personne chaleureuse, courageuse et remplie de douceur. - Posted by: Gigi & Ron Guimond (Amis) on: May 03, 2013
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Louis has had a significant impact on our lives since a young age. We enjoyed listening to Louis say mass (his sermons especially), he taught us high school catechism, and he married us in the church. We've known Louis as humble and real with a genuine heart. He was a friend and an inspiration. We will miss his earthly presence, his singing, his chuckle. Paulette et famille, nos sincères condoléances! On prie que Dieu vous donne la force et soulage vos peines. - Posted by: Julie et Jacques Lambert () on: May 02, 2013
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Mes sincères condoléances et prières à Paulette et à toute la famille à l'occasion de la perte de cet homme au grand coeur et engagé dans sa foi. Merci de nouveau de l'accueil chaleureux pour le souper chez vous le 9 mars dernier! - Posted by: Léonce Aubin (ami dans le diocèse de Saint-Boniface) on: May 02, 2013
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Nos sincères condoléances à toi Paulette, Daniel et Jacques. Nous avons appris du décès de Louis lors de notre pélerinage en Terre Sainte. Seulement trois semaines passées nous prenions un bon café : qui aurait pensé! Nous garderons de précieux souvenirs de Louis et de sa joie de vivre. Au revoir, cher ami!!! - Posted by: Rachelle et Jean-Maurice Lemoine (Amis de Louis et Paulette) on: May 02, 2013
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Will truly be missed, our prayers go out to the Gosselin and Courcelles family that we have been lucky to accepted into as family. Louis certainly was a fantastic person and has inspired many to be a better person. You will be missed but not forgotten. The Remillard Family (Rollie, Terresca, Mack and Hannah) - Posted by: Rollie and Terresca Remillard (Friend (St Malo)) on: May 02, 2013
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I would like to join everyone in expressing our deepest sympathy to Paulette & family. As Christians (which Louis certainly was) we are taught that there is an afterlife where we will have to pay for our sins but we will also be rewarded for our good "deeds". Although I am sad to see him go, I'm also happy that he is no doubt reaping his rewards. The only difference between Louis & us, other than the fact that he is not physically here, is that he has started his journey to eternity before us. Hope to follow in your footsteps so we can meet later. Gaby & Diane Collette fans of Louis - Posted by: Gaby & Diane Collette (fans of Louis) on: May 02, 2013
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Adieu cher amis. Tu as été mon bon berger au début de mon entré en éducation. Nos condoléance Paulette et famille. - Posted by: Jeannine & Maurice Blanchette (Colleague, friend) on: May 01, 2013
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oncle louis and tante paulette were like a second set of parents for myself and my brother richard, growing up as neighbors at the lake in st-malo, we will miss him, tante paulette, daniel, gaby, jacques and kids,our thoughts are with you in this difficult time, - Posted by: marc,marcelle,nicollette,andre et sasha (family) on: May 01, 2013
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Mes sincères sympathies à toute la famille. Un grand homme vient de quitter cette terre et je suis très reconnaissante pour sa contribution à la francophonie manitobaine et canadienne. Louis était un homme sage, respectueux et engagé. Il nous manquera. - Posted by: Raymonde Gagné () on: May 01, 2013
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Chère Paulette, nous tenons à t'offrir nos plus sincères condoléances. Louis a été et continue d'être pour nous une inspiration et un véritable modèle de vie. Nous sommes reconnaissants d'avoir eu la chance de le connaître. Nos pensées t'accompagnent. Jeannette et Paul. - Posted by: Jeannette et Paul Ruest (Cousins & friends) on: May 01, 2013
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Nos sincères condoléances à toi chère Paulette et famille Gosselin. Nous gardons de très bons souvenirs et une grande admiration de Louis comme directeur général de la division scolaire "Rivière Rouge". - Posted by: Denis et Léonne Marion (friends) on: May 01, 2013
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Nos sincères condoléances à Lucie, Gil, tes enfants et tes frères et soeurs. Vous êtres dans nos prières. - Posted by: Jackie et Don (Amis - Lucie et Gil) on: May 01, 2013
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Chere Paulette et famille Gosselin...Nos sinceres sympathies..nous sommes en voyage en Turquie dans le moment...Je sais que Louis amait beaucoup voyager. Nous allumerons une chandelle pour lui dans la prochaine cathedrale. Prennez soin...ginette et sylvain - Posted by: Ginette & Sylvain Leblanc (Cousin) on: May 01, 2013
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I have known Louis for 25 years. He was an inspiration to everyone whose lives he touched. He will be sadly missed. May you find peace on your next journey. - Posted by: Christine Murray and Terry Romanishen (Campers) on: May 01, 2013
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C’était toujours une joie de revoir louis. Il avait beaucoup de charisme. Louis fut notre directeur général dans La Rouge et fut reconnu comme étant un homme juste et compréhensible. Nous gardons de très bons souvenirs de lui. Nous voulons offrir à Paulette et ses enfants et petits enfants nos sincères condoléances. - Posted by: Paulette et Roger Vermette (amis) on: May 01, 2013
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The last time we were at a cousin's funeral in St Malo we had a wonderful chat along with Guy Savoie, another cousin. Mes sympaties a la famille. Il est bien heureux, Jeannine St Amant Gosselin LA FAMILLE DE GEORGES GOSSELIN - Posted by: Jeannine Gosselin, from Chino, California (Hubert,deceased was Ovila's first cousin) on: Apr 30, 2013
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Sinceres sympathies Paulette et famille - Posted by: Simone Dequier et Simone Gosselin (Amies) on: Apr 30, 2013
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Au nom du comite historique de St Elisabeth et de la part de Gisele et moi-meme, nos plus sinceres sympathie a Paulette et toute la famille. Merci Louis pour etre notre ami special dans nos vies et pour ton devouement pour notre projet de St Elisabeth. Ce n'est qu'un aurevoir et nous allons surement pas oublier ton sourire et tes beaux chants a notre prochaine rencontre a St Elisabeth . - Posted by: Norbert Collette (ami) on: Apr 30, 2013
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Paulette et famille, si tu voulez bien recevoir mes plus sincères condoléances. Louis et moi avons travaillé ensemble quelques années. Je peux témoigner qu'il a été un vrai gentleman tout au cours de notre séjour au BÉF. Je suis au QC, je suis avec vous en pensées. - Posted by: Arsene HUBERDEAU (Ancien collègue au Bureau de l'éducation française) on: Apr 30, 2013
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deepest sympathy to Paulette of your loss - Posted by: Matrine Therriault (friend) on: Apr 30, 2013
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You inspired us greatly with your belief in God. And singing "Maman" at mom's funeral will never be forgotten. You will be dearly missed. Paulette and family, our sincere condolences. Keep on singing dear friend! - Posted by: Henri & Madeleine Hamonic (Friend & cousins) on: Apr 30, 2013
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My sympathies and condolences to the Gosselin and Ruest families on the passing of Louis. I got to know Louis through playing guitar at Cancer Care in Steinbach. Louis was a very appreciative listener with a good heart. His friendly, positive nature will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Willie Wiebe () on: Apr 30, 2013
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YOU HAVE TRULY BEEN AN INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US, LOUIS. BLESS YOU. - Posted by: JERRY & SUZANNE GOSSELIN (COUSIN) on: Apr 30, 2013
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On aimerais, Paulette et famille, vous envoyer nos plus sincères sympathies en l'occasion du départ de cher Louis, un homme fidèle, courageux et plein d'amour pour ces proches. Le monde est meilleur ayant vécu avec Louis comme ami et héro. - Posted by: Gilbert & Lise Ruest (Cousins) on: Apr 30, 2013
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Nos sincères sympathies Paulette et famille, nos prières et pensées sont avec vous. - Posted by: Mariette Lachance () on: Apr 30, 2013
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deepest sympathy to the family On a perdu un gros morceau dans la comunaute - Posted by: laurent et lucie lambert and family (paulette`s cousin) on: Apr 30, 2013
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Adieu dear friend, Louis. We are better people for having known you. - Posted by: The Graupners (St. Malo friends) on: Apr 30, 2013
