Passed away on August 25, 2017 at the age of 79. He leaves in sorrow his beloved wife Marie Bourgeois (nee Turbide), his loving children Francine (Dan) and Yves, his cherished grandchildren Michael, Nicole and Sebastien, as well as many nephews, nieces and friends. André had nine sisters and three brothers. The family will receive family and friends at 1 p.m. followed by the Memorial Service on Tuesday August 29, 2017 at 2 p.m. at Racine, Robert & Gauthier Funeral Home Chapel (180 Montreal Road, Ottawa).