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It is with great sorrow that his family announces his passing on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the age of 72 years. Deeply loved by his parents Alma (nee Savard) and Rudolphe Tremblay. Loving husband to Lorna (Gilchrist) Tremblay, predeceased. Beloved father to Lana (Mike Lavergne) and Blair Tremblay. Cherished Grandad to Kyle (Courtney) Tremblay, Benjamin Lapalme, Eric (Brittany) and Michael Lavergne. Great-Grandad to Amellia and Dawkins Tremblay and Oliver and Penelope Lavergne. He was loved deeply by his siblings and their spouses, including Robert (Heather) Tremblay, Rita Crumb (Clarence predeceased) Paulette (Norman) Thomas, Marriane (Raymond) St. Martin and Claire (Ralph) Hall. Predeceased by Bert ((Linda) Paul McDowell)) Tremblay and Ricky (Tina) Tremblay. Dear brother in-law to Sarah (Mervin) Bowerman, Alma (Gerry) Sarazin and Carol Pocha. He will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Roger was born, raised and lived his entire life in Wahnapitae, and was deeply connected to his family land. He was a supportive, loving and caring husband, father and grandfather; his family was his top priority and he was always there to support them. Roger enjoyed fixing cars and building things; he built his house and his camp with his own two hands. He was a hard rock miner at INCO all his working life and made many friends there. He was funny and kind and his loved ones hope he found the peace he sought. The family wishes to express our sincere gratitude to everyone for their care and support. In particular, we would like to thank members of the Greater Sudbury Polices Services and other first responders for the care, compassion and support given to our family at this difficult time. While we feel deep sorrow at Roger Tremblay’s passing, we want to celebrate all of our happy, joyous memories of him. We were all touched by his life, and we want to share our memories of our father. Please gather with us on Thursday, August 22, 2019 between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m. at the Wahnapitae Community Centre, 161 Glenbower Crescent, Wahnapitae to share your favorite memories as well. A memory board will be available to display items that represent cherished memories of our father, so if you have something you would like to share, please bring it. . Arrangements entrusted to Sudbury Park Lawn Cremation Services.

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Provided by: Park Lawn Cremation Service



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