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Gerard Houwen Obituary
With great sadness the family of Gerard announce his peaceful passing at Hospice Renfrew on Saturday October 25, 2025 at the age of 82. He has gone to join his beloved wife Alice of 57 years who predeceased him in 2021. He found new joy with his wife of two years Rosemary O’Connor. Cherished Dad of Brenda, (Dave Elliott), Teresa (Chris Naismith), Nancy (Mike Chretien) and Dan (Melissa Richard). Devoted Grandpa of Ben (Amber), Joshua (Paige), Hannah, Evan (Alison), Katrina, Grace, Kyle (Samantha), Kelsey (Maguire), Jared, Elizabeth and Peyton. Proud great-grandpa of Maverick and Elsie.
Dear brother of Maria (late Howard Kuehl), Gerarda Bertrand (Garnet), Toni (Wayne Doherty), and Gertrude Brydges (late Charlie Ricard). Gerard will be fondly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and the Recoskie family. Predeceased by his sisters Wilhelmina Blaskevitch, Johanna, Louisa and brothers Leonard and Wilhelmus. Special thanks to Dr. Pinard and the staff at Hospice Renfrew for the wonderful care that was provided to Gerard. Your kindness will always be remembered.
A Mass of Christian Burial Will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Renfrew on Tuesday October 28th at 11:00 am. Interment St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Hospice Renfrew, Our Lady of Fatima Building Fund and Canadian Cancer Society.
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November 13 1942
October 25 2025
Death notice for the town of: Renfrew, Province: Ontario
death notice Gerard Houwen November 13 1942
October 25 2025
obituaries notice Gerard Houwen November 13 1942
October 25 2025
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October 25 2025 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
