Jacques Monette
1946-2022
RICHIBUCTO, NB – Jacques Monette, 76, of Richibucto, passed
away at the Dr. Georges L. Dumont University Hospital Centre, on
Friday, June 3rd, 2022 after a courageous battle with
cancer.
Born in Sept-Iles, Quebec, he was the son of the late J.
Maurice Monette and the late Anne-Marie Doucet. Before
retiring, Jacques was a miner by profession and worked in different
parts of the world including Mexico, Mongolia, South Africa and many
other countries. He was also an active director of many
mining company including Colibri Resource and Canadian Cobalt Works,
just to name a few.
Jacques leaves to mourn his wife, Georgette LeBlanc, of
Richibucto, his son Michael Kalcic Monette (Eileen) and his two
grandsons Connor and Brody; his son, Chris Kalcic Monette(Jessica),
his granddaughter Brenna; and his daughter, Natalie Demers of Val
d’Or, Quebec, his grandsons, Charles-David, Pierre-Olivier,
Louis-Philippe. Jacques will also be sadly missed by his
three brothers, Jean Monette (Claudine) of Paquetville, Pierre Monette
(late Gracia) of Caraquet and Louis Monette (Marie-Mai) of
Paquetville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, Jacques was predeceased by one brother,
André Monette (1964) and his wife Mary Kalcic Monette
(2018)
In keeping with Jacques’ wishes, there will be no
visitation or funeral service. His life will be celebrated
privately at a later date in Paquetville.
Arrangements are in the professional care of Thompson Funeral
Home, Richibucto (523-4252)
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Jacques Monette 19462022..
Death notice for the town of: Richibucto, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Jacque, known to us as Jack, he was our neighbor and very interesting friend in Sudbury, Ontario. Jack and Mary were wonderful hosts and always made us feel so welcome in their home. Jack influenced us in a good way, he never acted his age, which made him all the more fun to be with. We will never forget Jack and Mary, may they both rest in peace.