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JEAN-PAUL LAFOND
Date of Passing: Dec 15, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJEAN-PAUL LAFOND After a difficult battle with cancer, Jean-Paul Lafond passed away on December 15, 2012, at the age of 77. He leaves to mourn his loving wife Yvette, and his sisters Margaret (Fernand) and Marielle (Yvon), sisters-in-law Rose, Marcelle and Clemence (Guy), brother-in-law Gilles, and numerous nieces, nephews and special friends in Arizona. Jean-Paul was predeceased by his parents, Alphonse and Florida, mother-in-law Ernestine and father-in-law Adelard, sister Therese, and brothers-in-law Romeo, Adelard and Denis. He farmed in La Salle and also worked at Indall Wall Systems. He moved to South Park Estates in 2012. John and his wife spent many good years travelling to Arizona for the past 17 years where they met wonderful friends, enjoying golfing and many happy hours. Thank you to the caregivers on the 4th Floor at the Victoria Hospital for their care and compassion. Also thank you to the family members who sat vigil over Jean-Paul during his last days. Jean-Paul had a heart of gold. We love you Jean-Paul and we will miss your wonderful smile and your sense of humour. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at Mary, Mother of the Church, 85 Kirkbridge Drive on Thursday, December 20, at 11:00 a.m. A private family interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice; the Manitoba Canadian Cancer Society or the Humane Society. Cropo Funeral Chapel, 204-586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 18, 2012
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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I worked with Jean-Paul at Indall Wall Systems where we became good friends. He loved life and it showed in the stories that he shared with me. He will be be missed. My sincere condolences to the family - Posted by: Sandy Wiens (Friend) on: Dec 20, 2012
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It has been an honor to have been part of his Arizona family. He was a loving caring gentlemen. We loved him and will miss him terribly. Our love to you Yvette. Lois & Pete - Posted by: Pete & Lois Nadin (Pioneer R.V. Park family) on: Dec 18, 2012
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It is with greaty sorrow that we heard of John-Paul's passing. A very special man that we were honoured and grateful to call friend. - Posted by: Beth and Bryan (snowbird friends) on: Dec 18, 2012
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We met Jean Paul 6 years ago in our park. JP was always smiling and a loving gentle man. As part of Jean Paul & Yvette's Wellton family, we share in your grief. We will miss him, but will always remember him. With love from Barb & Ken - Posted by: Ken & Barb Veillette (Wellton family) on: Dec 18, 2012
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Sincere condolences to the family Posted by Jeannine and Denis Poiron(cousin) - Posted by: Jean-Paul Lafond (cousin) on: Dec 18, 2012
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We have enjoyed many hours with Jean Paul over the years and will sorely miss him. Rest in Peace Jean Paul. - Posted by: Ruby & Sam McCrudden (Friends from Wellton AZ.) on: Dec 18, 2012
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sincere condolences to the family. - Posted by: maurice and yolande manaigre (friend) on: Dec 18, 2012
