Obituary
With heavy hearts, the loving family of Wayne (“Tootie”) Doucette sadly announce his passing on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at the Saint John Regional Hospital.
Wayne was the son of the late Joseph (“Benny”) and Kathleen (Liddle) Doucette and is survived by his loving wife Nancy (Sampson) Doucette and their children, Wayne Junior (Paula), Shawn (Joie Lynn), and Brent (Gail) Doucette; grandchildren Andrew, Sara, Hannah, Abbygail Doucette and Mattieu Tremblay; and his great-granddaughter, Sara’s Olivia.. Wayne was also loved by his sister Bernadette (Dick Emmerson), Nancy’s predeceased sister Gail (Dave Blaney), nephews Randy and Ryan Emmerson and nieces Jennifer and Samantha Blaney and their children, as well as many cousins.
Wayne was born in Sus, NB on January 3, 1942 but raised in Saint John where he remained a life-long supporter of his much-loved city. He was widely known and recognized as a multitalented and adaptable finance and property businessman, and an effective and passionate sportsman who contributed significantly to the city’s economy and sports scene. He was a unique and positive presence everywhere in Saint John, at work and on its ball fields and ice rinks.
But most of all, Wayne loved his family and friends, deeply – not always softly – but always with the best intentions for their welfare and objectives and he absolutely treasured Nancy. He was so protective of her and was a consistent, unselfish provider.
In the final days of his life journey, Wayne was surrounded by his loving family, visited frequently by his close friends, and professionally supported by the staff of the Regional Hospital in his journey. A very special person will be sorely missed by all.
Resting at Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John (646-2424) with visitation on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A celebration of Tootie’s life will be held on Wednesday at 12 noon, from the Fundy Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will take place at Fernhill Cemetery.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Wayne Tootie Doucette January 3 1942 February 22 2020 (age 78)..
Death notice for the town of: Saint-John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick