PAQUETTE Urbain Lawrence
August 1, 1922 ~ February 11, 2009
Born in Debden, Sask., moved to B.C. in 1946. Urbain passed away peacefully at the age of 86 with his loving family at his side. Survived by his devoted wife Claire. Urbain and Claire celebrated their 62nd anniversary in November 2008. Also survived by their nine children; Rita, Jerry (Susan), Ivan (Debbie), Clem (Meiry), Irene, Roger (Donna), Suzanne, Norman and Noella. Grandchildren; Jeremy, Louise, Allan, Michelle, Jeffrey, Ryan, Garrett, Michael, Tyler, Nolan, Dustin, Dylan, Nick, Christopher, Taylor, Alyse & Lucas. Great-grandchildren; Cameron, Austin, Jacob, Brandon, Britney & Brody, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Throughout his many years, Urbain shared his joy of living with this wife, and family, and his countless friends. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
A special thank you to Doctors Boshoff, Booth, Rodgers and all the wonderful staff in the Palliative Care Unit at NRGH for the exceptional care and compassion.
Service to be held at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 301 Machleary Street, Nanaimo, on Monday, February 23rd at 11 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to either the
Heart or Lung Association.
First Memorial Funeral Services (250) 754-8333