Jean Pothier

Jean's life revolved around family, friends and bringing people together. He loved entertaining, sharing good food, making people laugh and creating memories. There was always room for one more, and many friends became like family. He shared 62 wonderful years with Carol, whom he met at Eaton's, raising their three children.

The cottage in Valdurn, which Jean and Carol built together, was a gathering place for family and friends, filled with tennis, sailing, dinner parties, skiing and countless traditions. In retirement, Jean developed a passion for the Camino, returning many times with Carol and sharing his experiences through lectures accompanied by his beautiful photographs.

Jean passed away peacefully on November 8, having spent his final days surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind Carol, his children Jay (Julie), Sean (Olga) and Lisa (Jean), seven grandchildren, Charlie, Sophie, Coco, Alice, Jade, Timothy and Jasmine, his sister Andrea Ross, his sister-in-law Dale, and his many nieces and nephews whom he loved as his own. He was predeceased by his brothers, Cy and Claude, his brother-in-law Peter and his sister-in-law Shirlee. Jean will be remembered for his generosity of spirit, his sense of adventure and, above all, his ability to bring people together.

We are deeply grateful to the team at the Teresa Dellar Palliative Care Residence for their wonderful care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Teresa Dellar Palliative Care Residence would be appreciated. https://residencesoinspalliatifs.ca/en/donate/

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday November 28th, 2026 from 2 to 5pm at Côte-des-Neiges Funeral Center, 4525 Ch. de la Côte-des-Neiges, Montreal, Qc, H3V 1E7. Family and friends are invited to gather to remember Jean, share stories and celebrate his life. Tributes will be shared by family and friends.