Sandy Forgeron, age 78, of Moncton, passed away with his
family at his side on January 23, 2022.
Sandy was born and
raised in Main-A-Dieu, Cape Breton (a small fishing community that he
always called ‘home’); son of the late Ambrose and Eunice
Forgeron.
At a young age, Sandy fished and developed a
lifetime passion for boating and being on the ocean.
Sandy
was a skilled athlete. His hockey talent paralleled with NHL prospects
in the late 1950’s. Although not drafted, Howie Meeker (then part of
the Toronto Maple Leafs coaching staff) did have interest and had
travelled to Cape Breton to see Sandy play.
Sandy married
the love of his life (Mary Harris) in 1965 and moved to Moncton that
same year.
Sandy worked primarily as a project manager at
Transport Canada and Nav Canada, for a combined 29 years.
Sandy was a member of the Saint Bernard’s Parish. As a member of
the church choir, parishioners enjoyed his beautiful/powerful singing
voice. His solos were a treat for all.
Sandy coached his
sons’ hockey teams throughout the 1970’s and 1980’s. Many players that
were coached by Sandy would say “best coach I ever
had”.
Sandy had a great passion for the game of golf.
He was a lifetime member of Country Meadows Golf Club, where he hung
his hat on the ‘Club Championship’ trophy numerous times.
Sandy was a member of the “Barbershop Chorus”, and two
Barber Shop Quartets (“Gale Force” and “Just for
Harmony”).
Sandy had an endless count of great
friends. He was recognized by all as an honorable person, carrying a
reputation for having a high level of ethical principles and
integrity.
Sandy was righteous with a foundation of core
values centered on family, faith, respect, accountability, loyalty,
courage, pride…and commitment.
Sandy was a jack of all
trades and was always willing to help anyone in need, never expecting
anything in return.
He loved to tell stories…and
his stories!…how to make a long story, longer!! :-).
He
had an endless love for all his family, especially his sons and
grandchildren.
Sandy, Dad, Poppy…you will
‘forever’ remain in our hearts. Rest in
peace.
Sandy is survived by his loving wife (Mary) of 56 years (an
everlasting love and bond); three Sons, Darren (Tradina), Dana (Pina)
and Deane; nine grandchildren; sister, Charlotte (Keith); three
brothers, Roy (Rose-Marie), Sid (Frances) and Bill (Audie); as well as
many nieces and nephews.
Sandy was predeceased by his parents; his two brothers,
Joseph and Ted (Muriel); and sister, Regina.
Sandy’s funeral service will take place Thursday, August 4,
2022 at 2:00pm from Immaculate Conception Parish
Church in Main-A-Dieu, Cape Breton with Fr. Evo
Dipiero and Fr. Bill Burke officiating, interment will
follow.
Donations in Sandy’s memory can be made to
‘Diabetes Canada’.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Tuttle Brothers &
Riverview Funeral Home 214 Pine Glen Rd. Riverview, NB (506)
857-9544.
Online condolences can be made at
www.tuttlefuneralhome.ca
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Alexander Sandy B Forgeron 1943 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Riverview, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick