JOSEPH LOUIS HERVE LAGIMODIERE

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JOSEPH LOUIS HERVE LAGIMODIERE December 24, 1928 - April 29, 2003 It is with great sorrow, that after a courageous battle with cancer, our family must announce the passing of our father, Louis Lagimodiere, Tuesday, April 29, 2003 at St. Anthonys Hospital, The Pas, aged 74 years. The eldest of 12 children Dad was born in Deerhorn, MB in 1928. As a young child the effects of the depression brought his family to northern Manitoba where they hoped to seek a better life. Northern Manitoba is where Dad ultimately spent most of his life. In 1951 Dad met and married our mother, Micki Roche. Together they raised seven children. Dad spent 37 proud years working for Western Grocers in The Pas, Flin Flon, and Dauphin. Over the years he held various positions at Western Grocers including warehouse labourer, account sales representative, merchandiser, and branch manager. In 1995 after 23 years in Dauphin and shortly after the passing of our mother, he retired and fulfilled his dream of moving back to "The North". Living at Rocky Lake, Dad was able to enjoy his favourite pastimes, which included hunting, fishing, bird watching, and working on his cabin. He had a passion for gardening and spent many hours tending to his vegetable garden and his many flowers. An avid reader and historian, Dad loved to talk politics with anyone who would listen. Dad had an excellent sense of humour and was a great storyteller. In particular he loved to relive his many hunting expeditions with his buddies. He also possessed the unique ability to tag people with nicknames that would stick for life. Dads grandchildren were his greatest source of pride and joy. He always made sure to have a few dollars or a treat for the kids when he would see them. He loved to brag about how smart or cute each one was. The little ones could never escape without a big hug and a kiss. Our dad was a proud, hardworking, unique man, with an extraordinary strength of character. Through the many trying times in our lives it has been his unwavering strength that has held our family together. He was a good man who will be deeply missed. Louis leaves to cherish his memories son Blaine, wife Celeste (Chad, Graham, Bryce) son Robert, wife Donna (Lisa, Tara) daughter Lea Corman, husband Dean (Denae, Jonathan) daughter Colette Bouchard, husband Robert (Luc, Madlyn) granddaughter Kimberly Thorne, husband Russell (Amara, Aaron, Lily) and grandson Matthew Lagimodiere; along with many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Louis was predeceased by his wife, Micki; sons, Bruce, Neil, and John; mother Neva; father Herve; two sisters, Judy and Lin; and one brother Moe; Mickis parents, John and Nellie Roche; brothers-in-law, Jim, Gervais, Grant, and Gary. Visitation was held Saturday, May 3, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. just prior to the funeral service. Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, May 3, 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cathedral, The Pas, with Rev. James Ravenscroft presiding. Music ministry: Teresa Pidskalny, Rita Hayward, soloist, niece, Leslie Hiebert. Choir: members of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cathedral, The Pas. Scripture was proclaimed by Betty Anderson. Prayers of Intercession: Judy Chirsky. Gifts: grand-children. A Tribute to Louis was given by granddaughter, Lisa Lagimodiere . A tribute to Louis was read by Dale Mulhall for his father, Bill Mulhall. Following the service, a reception was held at the Guy Hall, The Pas. Interment took place Monday, May 5, 11:00 a.m. at the Dauphin Riverside Cemetery, Dauphin, MB. The pallbearers were Ovide Lavallee, Joe Siwicki, Garnet McLean, Al Lagimodiere, Brian Lagimodiere, Bert Lagimodiere. The honorary pallbearers were Louiss family and friends. The ushers were Jay Marin and Gary Lagimodiere. If friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, in care of Box 635, The Pas, MB R9A 1K7, or to The Pas Health Complex Foundation, in care of Box 240, The Pas, MB R9A 1K4, would be appreciated by Louiss family. Our family would like to thank all those who cared for Dad during his illness. In particular we would like to thank Dr. Milner and the nursing staff at the Grace Hospital, and "His Girls" on the second floor of The Pas Health Complex. Hemauer Funeral Home, The Pas, in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 09, 2003