Pierre Fouasse

Pierre Fouasse

Peacefully, at the Notre-Dame Hospital, on Friday, September 2, 2011, Mr. Pierre Fouasse of Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes, Manitoba passed away at the age of 81 years.

Pierre leaves, to mourn his passing, two sons: Gilles (Ginette) and Denis (Jeannette); 7 grandchildren: Joël (Lucy), Charline, Brigitte, Martin (Andrea), Joline, Darcelle and Paul as well as two great grandchildren: Angèle and Caleb. He also leaves to mourn one sister, Sr. Ange Fouasse, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Pierre was predeceased by his wife Alice (née Robitaille) and three children, Ange, Antoine and Raymond in 1966.  He was also predeceased by his two brothers, Martial and Robert, and one sister Beatrice Chanel.

Pierre’s life story ended where it all began, in Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes.  He grew up on the family farm and developed a passion for farming, one that would forever be with him.  In 1954, he married the love of his life, Alice (née Robitaille) and together they had 5 children: Gilles, Denis, Ange, Antoine and Raymond.  Sadly, in 1966, a tragic house fire claimed the lives of his beloved wife and three of his children.  The wounds inflicted on him that day weighed heavily on his heart and remained with him for the rest of his life.  Remarkably, his strong faith and his longing to see them again in the afterlife lead Pierre to a very peaceful passing.

Throughout the years, Pierre could easily have turned to any destructive vices but instead, he chose to work hard on the farm and raise his two boys, Gilles and Denis, as best as he could with the help of numerous family members.  He rejoiced in seeing them both marry and build their own families.

Away from the farm, Pépère took joy in hunting, the outdoors and watching a good hockey or football game.  He was a person that was organized and thought things through before speaking. In the last years of his life, he enjoyed simple things: a good meal, a game of cards, a challenging game of pool, a drive in his truck to check the crops, a long walk or a good cup of coffee.

What brought happiness and a genuine smile to Pépère’s face, even in his last days of life, was seeing his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He appreciated every visit and holiday celebrated.  Despite the adversities he faced, Pépère considered himself lucky in having lived a long life.

Funeral Services were held in the Notre-Dame Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at 2 p.m. Recitation of the Rosary at 1:30, Funeral Mass at 2 p.m. followed by Interment in the Parish Cemetery with Father Leon Mubikayi officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Notre-Dame Health Foundation – New Hospital, Box 190, Notre-Dame-de-Lourdes, MB R0G 1M0

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

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of the Notre-Dame Hospital as well as Dana Rheault from palliative care for their wonderful care, dedication and understanding. We would like to give a big thank-you and word of appreciation to Sr. Florence Vuignier for the touching words and prayers at the Prayers on Tuesday and for reciting the rosary at the funeral mass.  Merci beaucoup Père Léon Mubikayi pour les paroles réconfortantes pendant les visites à l`hôpital et à la messe de funérailles.  Thank-you to all involved in the funeral mass as well as the choir – your contribution was much appreciated. To the Daughters of Isabella: thank-you for the delicious luncheon.  In addition, many thanks to Alvin and Maria for your professionalism and for taking care of the little details for the arrangements. Lastly, heartfelt thanks to our friends and family for the phone calls, cards, visits,  food brought to the house, mass offerings, memorial donations,  and all your kind words. Everything is very greatly appreciated.

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