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Shirley and Werner Lindemann posted a condolence
Thursday, December 29, 2022
We met Ivan from the Harvester many years ago and found him to be an outstanding gentleman always pleasant and fair. We send our sympathy to the family for your great loss. May God give you extra strength during this difficult and sad time.
Werner and Shirley Lindemann
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Helen Ouellette posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2022
Dear Shelley, Em, Val and Bechard family: So sorry to see that your father had passed away. AL always enjoyed his company so much, your Dad was a true gentleman. You are all in my thoughts at this time Helen Cunningham Ouellette
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Luella Gervais posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Bechard family. Luella Gervais
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Paul and Jackie. Mallette posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
So very sorry of the passing of your dad our deepest sympathies Paul And. Jackie. Mallette
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M. T. Lamohier posted a condolence
Monday, December 19, 2022
So sad to hear about his passing. Ninety- four! What a great life! I am sure he will be deeply missed. I will keep him and the family in my prayers. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed Rest In Peace!
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Jim and Janet Wilcox posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2022
I remember my dad and Ivan driving to International Harvester together. Ivan, Dora and my parents, Edna and Syl Myers, played many games of Euchre together, had lots of laughs, a few snacks and maybe some beer. I picture them reuniting again. Our condolences to all the Bechard family. The tribute to him was so beautifully written and showed a life well lived and a man well loved.
Jim and Janet Wilcox
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Joseph Gerard Bechard donated to The Canadian National Institute Blind LInstitut national Canadien pour les aveugles
Sunday, December 18, 2022
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Karen Lyn Anne Bechard posted a condolence
Sunday, December 18, 2022
My heartfelt condolences to Michael , Leah , Shelly. and families. Fondest and cherished memories of Uncle Ivan . I always will remember his contagious smile and the happiness and joy that he spread to everyone.
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Janet and Larry Willmore posted a condolence
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Lee, Bill, Caitlin and family,
We were so sorry to hear about your dad (grandpa). We were never fortunate enough to meet your dad, but since he was Uncle Vern's brother we know he was a wonderful man. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
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Denise Emery posted a condolence
Saturday, December 17, 2022
My condolences to the Bechard family.
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Stan Mazepa posted a condolence
Saturday, December 17, 2022
To Mike and all the Bechard family you have my sincerest condolences for your loss. I have some very fond memories of Mr. Bechard and your family from my childhood which I’ll cherish. RIP
Stan Mazepa and Michelle
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Paul Pinsonneault lit a candle
Saturday, December 17, 2022
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My condolences to the Bechard family. Rest In Peace uncle Ivan. Paul Pinsonneault
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Kim & Jill Cooper posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2022
Mike, Lee Ann, Shelley and family - We are so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. What a remarkable legacy he has left behind! What a great tribute you have written for him, but his biggest tribute is found in the three of you! A kind man and true gentleman! May each of you sense the peace, presence and comfort of our Lord during this difficult time.
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Charlie McDonell posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2022
We send our prayers to the Bechard family. My late father worked with your dad at International in the 50,s. I met him as a young man . Always had great conversations. He was a very special person. He will be missed. Charlie & Sylvia McDonell
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Ron Blair lit a candle
Friday, December 16, 2022
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My condolences to the Bechard family.
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Gerry and Donna Utley posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2022
We have fond memories of Ivan. I remember him coming into our corner store - the B&M in Stacey Subdivision. Gerry remembers him from Navistar. We send our condolences to Mrs. Owen, to Norbert and the entire Bechard family
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Jan Richards posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2022
Shelley, so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts are with you and your daughters. Jan Richards
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Ben & Becky Anne Lawton posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2022
Our sincere condolences to Shelley and daughters in the loss of your beloved Dad/Pappy.
Ben and Becky Anne Lawton
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H&L Barylewicz posted a condolence
Friday, December 16, 2022
Dear Mike and family,
So sorry for your loss-our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Henry and Lucille Barylewicz
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Lorrie Handsor posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Shelly, girls , Lee and all the Bechard families We are so very sorry to hear of your families loss. I will cherish the memories we made celebrating his last birthday where there was lots of good conversation and laughs. He was a great example of a man that enjoyed life and he will be missed
Lorrie & Stuart Handsor and family
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Mark Bechard posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Uncle Ivan my Godfather ,was a very loving and caring man. His hugs were the same in 2022 as they were 50 or so years ago. I enjoyed a beer with him when I was able to visit. We could talk about anything , try to solve the worlds problems or just a little hockey baseball talk. I am confident there is some good euchre games being played in Heaven tonight . RIP Uncle! Love Mark
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Diane Poissant posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Bechard Family:
Had numerous occasions to speak to Mr. Bechard attending the same Saturday or Sunday mass at St. Agnes Church. Very kind and thoughtful gentlemen. Always with a smile and a positive attitude. His family was always first and foremost the most important part of his life. He will be definitely missed by friends or acquaintances.
May he rest in peace.
Diane Dutry Poissant
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Denise Peltier posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
To Michael, Lee Ann, Shelley and families:
Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your Dad. This feels like the end of an era. For as long as I have existed in the world, the Bechard's have been a part of my life. This tribute to Mr. Bechard is beautiful and so very true. I know I speak on behalf of my parents (Leo and Dianne Peltier) and sister (Janice) when I say that we were so fortunate to have known Mr.&Mrs. Bechard for all these years. We are all better for it! Your parents were exceptional human beings and will live on through each of you and their grandchildren.
Keeping you all close in our thoughts and prayers.
Denise Peltier
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Rick and Gina Tomaszewski lit a candle
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Sad news, I have great childhood memory's living next to the Bechard's. Our deepest condolences to the family, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick and Gina
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Helen Robertson posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
What a fine tribute to a true gentleman. Many fond memories of Mr B and the family growing up on Semenyn. Our condolences to the entire family.
Rest in Peace Mr B.
- Sincerely, Helen ( Tomaszewski) and Eric Robertson
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Karen McFadden posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
My sincere condolences to the Family of Ivan Bechard. I remember when I first met Ivan when I was working at Copper Terrace when his mom and dad where residents there. He was always telling me stories about my dad from the days when they both worked are International Harvester. He was a true gentleman and a friend. He will be missed by anyone who knew him.
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Daniel Bechard posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Uncle Ivan ALWAYS sent me a note on my birthday ! I finally asked him HOW he remembered every year.
He said it was easy. The day I was born was the day he and Aunt Dora went out on their FIRST date together.
RIP my very good friend and Uncle!! Say hi to my Dad for me.. Danny
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Roy and Lisa Alward posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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To the entire Family
We are heartbroken to read of Ivan’s passing. He was a wonderful man, so young at heart.
We always enjoyed seeing him and talking with him; he always made us feel like talking with us made his day - it certainly made our day! Thinking of you all.
With very much affection,
Roy and Lisa Alward
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Yvon Sterling posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
My deepest condolences to Mike and the entire Bechard family.
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jeannette owen posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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He was not only a brother but a good friend. Always willing to help. I will sadly miss him. RIP.
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Bill Aitken posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Mike +Chris, lm very saddened to hear of Ivan's passing. Meeting him as a teenager I had the utmost respect for him, He was always kind and nice to me. Sorry for your loss, May he rest in Peace. Bucky
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norbert bechard posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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we will miss his great memory and knowledge specially looking back in our family history.Always willing to help or advise. Rest in peace big brother.
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Nicole Coles lit a candle
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Thinking of you Shelley and family during this sad time. Big hugs xoxo
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Leo Heuvelmans lit a candle
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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My sincere condolences to the Family of Ivan Bechard. He was a true gentleman and a friend. He will be missed by anyone who knew him.
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RICK PINSONNEAULT lit a candle
Thursday, December 15, 2022
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Will miss visiting him , enjoy talking to him , very sharp . Always in good spirit . Best uncle. RIP. Ivan
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Walter Tomaszewski posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
My sincerest condolences to the Bechard Family. Ivan and Dora were the best neighbours anyone could ever ask for, and more.
Ivan was certainly a man of strong faith and values. Rest in Peace.
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Christine MacFarlane posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Sending my sincere condolences Shelley and to your family. Thinking of you during this very sad time.
Chris MacFarlane
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Phil & Darlene St Pierre posted a condolence
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Sending our condolences to Mike, Chris, LeeAnn, Shelley and your families.
Phil & Darlene St Pierre
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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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