Obituary
Gaston “Gus” Lavoie
Gus passed away Friday, July 16, 2021 at the age of 74. He leaves behind his lovely wife Lynn (nee Shortt), his sons, Michael Lance (Kerri Jo) of North Bay, Dan Christopher (Robynne) of North Bay, Leo (Alexandra) of Montreal and step-daughter Cheryl Lee Carver of Barrie. He also leaves behind grandchildren; Karl, from Three-Rivers, Kathleen from Montreal, Crystal from Barrie, Alesha (Julian) from Toronto and never to be forgotten his best little buddy Finley.
He was preceded in death by his parents Emilas and Rollande Lavoie (nee) Levesque of Rimouski, QC and both 91, also by his sister, Jocelyne (Jean-Noel) Rimouski QC. He leaves behind his sister Diane (Jean-St-Pierre) Boucherville QC, his brother Valere (Claudette Bordeleau) Quebec City QC, his sister Sylvie (Gerald Michaud) Rimouski QC, his sister Guylaine (Jean-Guy Beaulieu) Boucherville QC, his brother Francis ( partner Denise Banville) Rimouski QC, his sister Brigitte (partner Michael Ouelette) Rimouski QC, and his sister Edith (Andre Desilet) Victoriaville QC. He also leaves behind numerous nephews and nieces.
Gus was a member of the military for 33 years as an Aviation Technician. He worked on many models of CF aircraft including Fighters, Transport and Helicopter during his service. He was also in charge of the maintenance for the Search & Rescue unit at Trenton ON. At the time of his retirement in 1997, he was holding the position of CWO for the Fighter Group HQ in North Bay ON.
The Lavoie family would like to thank Dr. James Truong, and the amazing homecare and hospice staff for your kindness and dedication.
Family receiving friends at Hillside Funeral Services, 362 Airport Rd, on Saturday July 31, 2021 from 12 until 2 pm. A celebration of his life will follow at 2 pm at the funeral home. As per current COVID 19 directives the total number of attendees is limited and masks or face coverings are required inside the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Nipissing Serenity Hospice would be appreciated.
“The toughest battles are given to the strongest soldiers” ~unknown Origin
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Gaston Lavoie July 16 2021..
Death notice for the town of: North-Bay, Province: Ontario
Lynn and family
It is with much sadness we hear of our dear friend Gus’s passing, a funny caring gentleman always up for a competitive game of cards along with grand conversations. A gentle guy often behind a lighthearted joke or prank, we’ll miss having him with us as he could truly lighten up the room.
We were and are very proud of your military service, thank you Gus for serving your country to the very best of your ability, well done!
Like the way you lived your life you fought hard against such a terrible disease, God knew of your toughest battle and will now take care of you for eternity.
We’ll not forget you devoted love to your wife Lynn and children, you left us too too early in life.
Our family is blessed & honoured to have had you as a friend.
Rest in Gods hands forever dear Gus.