FRANCOIS (FRANCIS) E. CHARRON

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FRANCOIS (FRANCIS) E. CHARRON Francis, son of Adolphe (Al) and Laurette (Laurie) Charron abruptly passed in Vancouver, BC on September 30, 2018. He is survived by son Noah; daughter Christine; brother Gerald and sister Helene (Helen). Loved and cherished in memory by many relatives, friends and colleagues across Canada and beyond. His heart was joyously big, kind and generous - eagerly wanting to please and to accomplish his creative ideas - goals which were many. He had a strong self-discipline with a strong self-determination, will and courage to succeed on tasks and carry on no matter the burdens or difficulties in his personal life. Always hopeful! Always upwards! Always forwards! A genuine workaholic that used his God given talents to the best of his ability for Good. Tirelessly driven even as a survivor of polio, heart by-pass surgery, ill heart and diabetes. In general, challenging ill health issues. A fighter to live and do and did! He was talented, creative, artistic in various tasks, especially in whatever he built or designed or drew on paper. He worked tirelessly, sometimes 24/7. As a draftsman by trade - perfection by hand - to the pride of his father who was also a draftsman by hand. Can those who draft by machine do this? He honestly earned recognition, honour, respect and thanks in the eyes of his clients, friends and colleagues. He did his very best. The love of his career and odd jobs gave him a gratifying purpose in life as he rose to meet the sun each day and greeted the light of the moon each night. Yes, he earned his way. He earned his worth in society- one that is noteworthy. All that you have given in life, Francis, is forever worthy. Like each member in our family, he found peace and love in nature - in all its forms. Like brother, like sister, you earned your way and deserve to rest in peace. May a white dove of peace be released to carry your inner light to the Heavens above, God willing. You earned your way. He shall be pleased. Namaste - to all who knew him.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 24, 2018