It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Stanley Camus, born in Verdun, Quebec, and at various times in his life lived in Chateauguay, LaSalle, Pointe Claire, Dollard des Ormeaux, and most recently L’Ile Bizard, Quebec.
He sadly leaves behind his adoring wife Millie of 65 years, his children Judy, Sue (Frank), Barbara (Paul), Doug (Tracey), Glenn (Bonita), Dolores (Kevin), as well as his 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Stan led a full life and was an extremely hard worker. With 6 children to feed, at times Stan (THE MAN) worked 3 jobs to support his family. To finish off his career he worked for some 25 years at CN, worked approximately for 15 years at CP, and then decided to finally retire and get the rest he truly deserved.
In the younger years, to make ends meet Stan was a jack of all trades and Master of all. Stan was frequently seen sitting behind the sewing machine making clothes for the children, was seen in front of the stove cooking meals that would feed his large family, building his own bed, and basically doing everything he could to stretch a dollar to make ends meet, and always had time to help a child or family member … even to lend a shoulder to cry on and advice.
As well, Stan spent many an hour playing the piano or the guitar in the house making sure that each of the children developed a love of music.
Again, to provide an outlet and fun for the family, Stan and Millie spent summers at Blue Haven campsite where they were the envy of everyone when the family would sit around the campfire at night time listening to Stan playing the guitar and singing Country and Western songs. Later, Stan moved the family over to Lakehurst campsite on Isle La Motte in Vermont, and once again was the hit of the entire campsite with his guitar playing around the campfire. People walking down the road beside his trailer would stop for a half an hour just to listen to him. EVERYONE AT LAKEHURST KNEW “STAN THE MAN” ! He could often be seen in the campsite meadow practicing his chipping as he would regularly get up at the crack of dawn in order to play Golf at the Alburg golf course. Stan had a unique and creative method of calculating his score which the family never quite understood ! Stan was a gentle soul, “BUT” don’t ever tell him that he was making too much noise or that his children did something wrong, because you had better hold on tight to an anchor or something heavy because you were about to get a blasting like the world has never seen. Stan wasn’t afraid to let ANYONE have it in order to protect or defend anyone he loved.
Stan and Millie spent many years living the dream at Lakehurst Campsite in Vermont for the Spring, Summer, and Fall, and then during the winter months spent their time at Panama City Beach in Florida Golfing and spending time with friends they would meet each winter. Again, Stan would spend a great deal of time on the Golf course, shuffleboard, and just basically hanging out with friends over a few Rum and Cokes …. again playing his old guitar.
Stan adored his family, and all of the grandkids and great grandkids and always helped them in every way needed …. ALWAYS ! Because of his love, he touched all family members, all ages, all friends, and everyone he met. He gave so much, always, to everyone he knew, which is why he touched us all so dearly during his days here on earth, which is why the entire family’s hearts are so very broken, and why we miss him so dearly. He suffered for so many years since the time he had his leg amputated due to diabetes, and since then and over the years he would always seem to have some ailment. And all through his trials and tribulations, no matter how sick he was, when you asked Stan how he was doing, he would ALWAYS say …. “not bad, can’t complain”. He NEVER complained, he never got frustrated, and he always remained positive. Although we all miss him greatly, we all know that he is no longer suffering, no longer bound to his wheelchair and bed, and is now free to roam and Golf as he pleases. There is definitely a hole in all of the family’s hearts, but dad ….. until we meet again …….
Visitation will take place on Sunday, September 16th between 10:00 – 11:00 at Collins Clarke MacGillivray White Funeral Homes, 222 Autoroute 20 (take Cartier exit), Pointe Claire, H9S 3X6.
A memorial service will follow at the Collins Clarke MacGillivray White Funeral Home chapel between 11:00 – 12:00, followed by a reception for family and close friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that you donate to the West Island Palliative Care who were absolute Angels in how they cared for Stan. If you can imagine the perfect care, along with people who seem to love their jobs and who care for patients as if every single one was their very own loved one, if you can imagine a quality of care far beyond anything you have ever seen or experienced, well the staff of the West island palliative care unit far exceeded all of your dreams. THEY WERE WONDERFUL. Please donate generously !
Stan, you will forever be missed. We don’t know how we will get along without you, but you taught us how to stand on our own two feet …. So for you we will find a way. We all hope that you had a tee time Monday morning, and that you walked the course. You are in heaven, so make sure you add your score properly. You never know who you will be playing with !
We love you !
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