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FABIEN LAROCHE

Date of Passing: Nov 22, 2021

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FABIEN LAROCHE
1962 - 2021

C'est lundi matin le 22 novembre 2021 que Fabien ne s'est pas réveillé. Il était déjà parti pour un monde meilleur rejoindre son fils Dérrick, son "Pa" Pierre, ses beaux-parents Alice et Gérald l'Heureux et ses grands parents Brémaud et LaRoche.
Fabien laisse dans la tristesse sa chère épouse Michelle l'Heureux, son fils Patrick (Jessica), sa fille Véronique (Andrew), sa maman Carmen (Brémaud) LaRoche, sa soeur Pierrette-Anne (Bonnie), ses frères: Christian (Alexandra, Isabelle et Dominick); Réjean (Justin, Alèxe et Zacharie); Joël (Anita, Olivier et Samuel); Stéphane (Elizabeth, Taryn (Aaron) arrière petit neveu Elijah, Connor) et Yanick ainsi que ses tantes Odette (Richard Power) et Raymonde Brémaud (Gabrielle Roy) et les soeurs de Michelle: Patricia, Lucille, Lynne, Suzanne et leurs familles.
Growing up on the dairy farm in St-Malo, Fabien quickly developed skills and aptitudes for repairing and operating farm machinery. Rock picking and tossing hay bales most often became a competitive sport amongst siblings. Days on the farm were spent doing chores, practicing music and doing homework but there was always time for sports and hobbies.
Après le secondaire, Fabien a étudié au Red River College où il a complété sa certification en Diesel Mechanic. Il a plus tard enseigné à des élèves du secondaire qui faisaient leurs premiers essais en mécanique.
His passion for "muscle cars" created many opportunities for him in the automotive industry leading up to his ownership of a JB Transmission franchise in Winnipeg. For many years, with the help of his brother Stéphane, he successfully operated his business and created many friendships within the trade and beyond. Many of these friends will forever fondly remember the wonderful weekends at the Gull Lake cottage. La parenté et les amis étaient toujours accueilli a bras ouverts chez Fab et Mimi, à St. Boniface et au chalet. Ses habiletés de chef ont su régaler tous et chacun.
Fabien avait plusieurs passe-temps dont : la musique en tant que membre au sein du groupe LaRoche; le hockey et les maintes Tin Cups remportées par les Habitants à St. Malo; le Canadien de Montréal; la balle molle; le "bricolage" et la chasse avec oncle Richard, ses frères et amis.
He was proud of his extensive John Deere miniatures and memorabilia collections but nothing matched his love for Patrick, Véronique and Mimi and the precious moments they spent together snowmobiling, riding their ATVs or enjoying the lake on their watercrafts.
Fabien, en toi nous perdons un papa, un mari et un cher frère. Nous perdons aussi : notre bassiste du groupe; notre co-équipier de hockey; notre mécanicien; notre compagnon de chasse; un membre de l'équipe de construction; notre " taquineur " expert mais surtout; un coeur qui a toujours donné sans compter. Il est difficile de te dire aurevoir. Tu seras toujours aimé et jamais oublié.
Funeral arrangements will be planned at a later date.

Family and friends may sign a
Book of Condolence online at
www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca

Desjardins Funeral Home
204-233-4949

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 27, 2021

Condolences & Memories (41 entries)

  • My deepest sympathies Mimi and family. The memories and laughs from quad derbies, to the bar after the Habs games and All the times at the Picton’s barn will be with me forever. May God guide you through this difficult time and the memories help you heal! Prenez soins xoxo - Posted by: Karen Goulet (Friend) on: Dec 15, 2021

  • Je tiens à offrir à la famille LaRoche mes plus sincères condoléances. J'ai toujours apprécié l'amitié que j'ai eu le bonheur de partager avec vous, surtout à l'époque des beaux jours de la sortie de votre excellent disque qui contenait des chansons de grande qualité. Ce disque était très certainement à l'image de vous tous : des personnes de grande qualité ! Fabien était de cette trempe. Mes pensées et mes prières vous accompagnent. Votre ami, Guy Ferraton - Posted by: Guy Ferraton (ami) on: Dec 13, 2021

  • Mimi, sorry for your loss, life can be so unfair. I remember you going gaga over Fab, missing school and dragging me with you to see him playing in the band, Love like that doesn’t come often, be thankful you had it for this long.. sending strength to you my friend - Posted by: Annette Gallant (Friend ) on: Dec 03, 2021

  • Mimi and family, my deepest condolences for the lost of your loved one, life is so unpredictable. My thoughts are with you during these difficult times, Take care and I am sure family and friends will help you through these difficult time Lise Gregoire - Posted by: Lise Gregoire (friend) on: Dec 03, 2021

  • Je pense souvent à toi ma belle amie. Je te sers fort fort dans mes bras. Je suis certaine que ta famille sera ta consolation. Prends soin de toi. - Posted by: Carole Perrault (Amie ) on: Dec 02, 2021

  • Toutes nos sympathies et sincères condoléances à toute la famille…. Malgré les années, je retiens d’excellents souvenirs de Fabien…. Un gars débordant de joie de vivre…. Reposes en paix Fabien.. - Posted by: Alain Bertrand (Friend) on: Dec 01, 2021

  • Nos sinceres sympathies a toute la famille LaRoche. - Posted by: Alain Carriere et Maxine Morin (acquaintance) on: Dec 01, 2021

  • Our heartfelt condolences to you and all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love, Zia Giovanna and Zio Tony - Posted by: Giovanna and Antonio Torquato (Aunt and Uncle of Anita LaRoche) on: Nov 30, 2021

  • Our sincere condolences to you Mimi and your children and entire family. Fab was a kind and fun neighbour to have at the lake. Karen and I are very sad to hear about your loss. - Posted by: Fred & Karen Lyseyko (Gull Lake Friends) on: Nov 30, 2021

  • Chère Carmen et famille, Mes sincères condoléances. Vous êtes dans mes prières. - Posted by: Edith Boulet (Ancienne collègue de Carmen) on: Nov 30, 2021

  • Joel, Anita, Olivier and Samuel, Deepest condolences to you and all of the family. You are in our thoughts and wish you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Much love, Pina, Frank, Anthony and Julia xo - Posted by: Pina Bedard (Cousin (to Anita LaRoche)) on: Nov 29, 2021

  • So sad to hear of Fabien’s sudden passing. He was such a good friend to myself and Lionel and our son Noel. We had many a good time hanging out on the deck and at the lake with you guys. Only great memories. Mimi you lost a super man and he left a super woman behind. Sincere sympathies to you and your family. Love Lea - Posted by: Lea Vandal (Former neighbour) on: Nov 29, 2021

  • Our condolences to Mimi and family. Fab was a great guy and we are so sorry to hear this sad news. Sending love and hugs to you all - Posted by: Ray Curtis and Carla Hocken (Gull Lake Friends ) on: Nov 28, 2021

  • Chère Carmen et famille: It is with sadness that we heard of the passing of your dear son. We know what a difficult time this must be and wish to offer our deepest sympathy. I’m sure there are so many warm loving memories that are reminders of what a blessing he was in your lives. May you find comfort in your strong family bonds as you give thanks for the gift he was to his loved ones. God bless. Amicalement, Gilbert et Elsie - Posted by: Gilbert et Elsie d’Eschambault (Amis) on: Nov 28, 2021

  • Ah Mimi! We just found out. We are saddened and shocked about Fabien's passing. We are thinking of you, Patrick and Veronique and hope that your many, many wonderful memories of him will help get you through the difficult time ahead and this huge loss in your lives. Big Hugs! Robert & Rachelle Tessier - Posted by: Rachelle Tessier (Friends) on: Nov 28, 2021

  • Toutes nos pensées à la famille. Fabien, c'était un grand coeur, un grand sourire, un accueil chaleureux "Salut cousin!", un sens de l'humour qui faisait notre journée. Tu vas nous manquer. - Posted by: Gérald Laroche (cousin) on: Nov 28, 2021

  • Chère famille Laroche, c'est avec beaucoup de chagrin que j'apprends ses triste nouvelles. Nos condoléances sincères a son épouse et ses enfants ainsi que a sa mère et a toute la grande famille Laroche. Je conserve de bons souvenirs de jeunesse de Fabien toujours aimable, souriant et taquineur. Les cieux ont acceuilli une nouvelle étoile elle brille dans un autre fait de beauté et de paix. Soyez assurer qu'il continuera de veiller sur vous tous. Bon courage, nous pensons a vous tous. Affectueusement, Rose-Marie et la grande famille Sherwood - Posted by: Rose-Marie Sherwood (family friend) on: Nov 28, 2021

  • Dear Laroche’s family, my heart goes out to you all. I have some great memories and laughs when we get all together with the Kropelin family. Fabian's laugh will be sadly missed. If you need anything please do not hesitate to reach out to us we will do what ever you want or need. Love you all and big hugs Love Laurie - Posted by: Laurie Thompson (Cousin ) on: Nov 28, 2021

  • Chère famille Laroche c’est avec beaucoup de tristesse que je lis ses dernières nouvelles…mes pensées sont avec vous en ses temps difficiles. De la part de la grande famille Sherwood nos sincères condoléances à son épouse et ses enfants et à tout la grande famille Laroche. Je préserve de bons souvenirs de jeunesse de Fabien toujours aimable , taquineur et souriant. Gros câlin a ses frères et sœurs il vous manquera sûrement. Bon courage. Je suis sans doute qu’il continuera à veiller sur vous tous. - Posted by: RoseMarie Sherwood (Family friend) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Nos sincères condoléances à Mimi et la grande famille LaRoche. Que les bons souvenirs et les bons moments passés avec Fabien vous apportent un comfort dans ces moments difficiles. - Posted by: Carmen et François Tetrault (Friends of the family ) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Nous souhaitons nos sincères sympathies à Véro et à toute la famille. - Posted by: Annette et Zachary Duguay (Amis) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Mimi, I know I haven’t seen you in many, many years but wanted to express my deepest sympathies to you and your family. You and Fab would often pass in front of our house on Cathedrale when you were dating, always hand in hand. The love between the two of you was obvious, even to me as a child. Sending our love Les Belisles - Posted by: Roxane Morrison (nee Belisle) (Mimi used to babysit me) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Sincere condolences to the family. Fab had a big heart and made everyone feel important. He was a great man and I have many fond memories of him. He will never be forgotten. He will be greatly missed. Love and hugs to you guys. Rheo - Posted by: Rheo Laroche (Cousin) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Mimi and family, my thoughts are with you! Cherish your memories as Fabian was quite the gentleman and will never be forgotten! - Posted by: Glen W. Letwin (Gull Lake friend/Snap-on Rep.) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Sincere condolences 🙏 to you Michelle and your children. Fabien was a dear hockey friend who will be missed by everyone. - Posted by: Marielle Gauthier (Friend.) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Mes sincères condoléances à Joël, Anita et toute la famille. Je suis très triste d'apprendre cette nouvelle! Repose en paix, Fabien. - Posted by: Jacinthe Dandeneau (acquaintance) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Although we took different paths in life when starting our families and careers, I will always have fond memories of Fabien from our close friendship (and occasionally some mischief) during our high school years in St-Pierre-Jolys and later as roommates for a couple of years in Winnipeg while pursuing our post-secondary studies. My wife and I will always be eternally grateful to Fabien for having accepted to become a member of our bridal party back in 1984. His joie de vivre was always infectious to everyone around him. Au revoir notre cher ami, Ray et Gisèle Préfontaine West Kelowna, Colombie Britannique - Posted by: Ray Préfontaine (Friend) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Nos sincères condoleances.. Nous vous gardons tous dans nos prieres... - Posted by: Gilles et Denise Forest (Friends) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • My deepest sympathies Mimi, Patrick & Véronique. My heart breaks for you. I have such wonderful memories of quading, snowmobiling & the times spent at your cottage at Gull Lake. Another good man gone too soon. - Posted by: Louise Ouimet (Friend) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Our sincere sympathies to Michelle and family as well as the entire LaRoche family. We were so sad to hear the news. Fabien was an awesome guy and we had lots of laughs throughout our school years together. - Posted by: Lise & Norm Hebert (School friend) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Mimi and Fabien were my neighbours for many years on Notre Dame Street. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. Mimi I am so sorry for your loss my friend. Hugs to you all and Rip Fabien you will be missed by all who new you. - Posted by: Yvette Leclerc (Friend) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • The world has lost a beautiful soul. Sending condolences and hugs to Mimi and family. - Posted by: Marcel and Leann Carriere (Friend) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Our sincere sympathies to Michelle and family as well as the entire LaRoche family. We were so sad to hear the news. Fabien was an awesome guy and we had lots of laughs throughout our school years together. - Posted by: Lise & Norm Hebert (School friend) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • I am sending my condolences to the family. I am shocked to hear this today. No words can express my feelings. Thinking of you all. Sending hugs and love. GUY - Posted by: Guy Laroche (Cousin) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • James & I are deeply saddened to hear of Fabiens passing. Our deepest condolences to Mimi & their children. To all of the Laroche family our prayers are with you. We are so very sorry for this deep loss. - Posted by: Barbara Gosselin (Friend of family) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Nos plus sincères condoléances à Michelle & ces enfants. Nous avons plein de beaux souvenirs de la famille Laroche quand ils vivaient à St-Malo. Christine & Dave Collette, St-Malo - Posted by: Christine & Dave Collette (Paroissiens de St-Malo) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Sincères condoléances à toute la famille. - Posted by: Jean Laroche (Cousin) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Sincères condoléances à vous tous. Perdre un être cher si jeune est sans doute très difficile. Puisse les bons moments passés avec lui apaisent quelque peu votre grande peine! Pierrette, je te tiens fort dans mon cœur. Bon courage, Huguette - Posted by: Huguette Trudel (Amie de la famille ) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • Fab was more then a friend he was part of my family, he was like a big teddy bear always looking for a hug, our family’s hung out together either snowmobiling, quading, hunting or just hanging out at their cottage In Gull Lake. Mi Mi ,Syl and I where known as the Wolf Pack to Fab, figured we where always ganging up on him. Thinking of you MiMi, Patrick and Vero sending my love - Posted by: Shelley Desilets (Friends) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • We used to always talk about our great hockey the Montreal Canadiens. We were always both passionate about our hockey. We were a few years apart but we always got along during our school years and had great times at parties. RIP Fabien. - Posted by: Brian Roy (Friend from school ) on: Nov 27, 2021

  • My heart breaks for you all, my memories of Fab & Mimi in St. Malo are filled with laughter. May those memories carry you through these hard times. Xo - Posted by: Rachel (Rocky) Côté (Friend) on: Nov 27, 2021

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