Paul Belcourt
d. July 5, 2016
Paul Belcourt
December 6, 1934 - July 5, 2016
Peacefully on July 5, 2016 at his residence , our Father, Paul Belcourt of St. Eustache, Manitoba passed away at the age of 81 years.
He is predeceased by his beloved wife Pearl in 2014. He leaves to cherish his memory his dog “Bucky”; his children: Earl (Gloria) Belcourt, Barbara (Tony) Garrioch, Sandra (Wayne) Barnes, Eldon Belcourt and Freddy (Dawn) Belcourt; his grandchildren: Corry (Caroline) Belcourt, Chrissy Belcourt, Stephen Garrioch, Marie-Anne (Nathan Peters), Stacey Barnes (Tyler Flett), Sherene Barnes-Kauppila (Landon Kauppila), Samantha Barnes (Randell Johnson); his great grandchildren: Paul Belcourt Jr, Bentley Peters, Francis Barnes, Cohen Barnes, Talia Belcourt, Layton Belcourt, Calem Belcourt, as well as numerous relatives and friends.
Paul Belcourt was born in St. Boniface on December 6th, 1934. Paul grew up in the town of St. Eustache and lived his life there. He then met Pearl who became his wife for over 50 years. Together they raised five children whom he loved very much. He was a devote and beloved father. Paul was a hard worker, providing for his wife and children as a plumber and pipfitter for over 45 years. He enjoyed family camping trips and fishing throughout the summer months.
Paul loved animals. He was an avid pigeon lover, receiving several awards. He was a very religious man, who made it an important part of his family's life. He was a caring grandfather to his grandchildren and enjoyed life to the fullest when having them around. He will now join his wife in heaven as she awaits his arrival.
Thank you to our Uncle Eldon for taking care of our grandfather and father, and seeing him through his illness. We would also like to thank the home care team of the Southern Regional Health Authority and Palliative Care Services. You all provided Dad with excellent care and comfort during a difficult time.
Funeral services will be held in the St. Eustache Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, July 9, 2016. Recitation of the Rosary and music at 10:30 followed by Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. with Father Michel Nault officiating. Interment in the Parish Cemetery immediately after the funeral service.
Adam’s Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements. Phone 248-2201 or 1-888-400-2326. www.afh.ca