It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of a special husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 18th at the age of 96. He led a wonderful life with his beloved wife of 71 years, Mildred (nee Larcher). Father of Philip, Patricia (Leslie), Norma, and Diane (Andrew); grandfather to Jomo (Amanda), Yowande (Eric), Nyle, Marike, Bria and Tyra; great-grandfather to Isaiah and Avery; with many nieces and nephews, brothers and sisters in-law. Visitation at La Maison Darche, 7679 Taschereau, Brossard on Sunday February 22nd, 2 pm - 8 pm. Funeral service at Good Shepherd Catholic Church 7900 Naples, Brossard on Monday February 23rd at 11 am. In lieu of flowers, donations to Good Shepherd Catholic Church or Union United Church Capital Campaign Fund would be appreciated.