February 5, 1924 – May 11, 2019
It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Eugene Lavoie, at 95 years of age, on Saturday, May 11, 2019, in the Pinawa Hospital.
Eugene was predeceased by his son, Brock, his parents, Omer and Maria, his brothers, Edward, Paul, Ephrem, Alcide, and Wilfred, and his sisters Josephine, Amy, Irene, Olive, and Berthe.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 68 years, Hallie; his daughters, Gail Nesbitt and Ivy Rogers (Norm); his sons Dwight Lavoie (Amberleah) and Mark Lavoie (Evelyn); his grandchildren, Stacey Rogers (Dustin), Kyle Rogers (Sheena), Robin Nesbit (Bruce), Sarah Jane Nesbitt, Kevin Rogers, Nicole Bouwman (Scott), Julie Nesbitt, Carey Lavoie (Lisa), Tyra Lavoie (Tyler), and Dryden Lavoie (Kelsey); and his great-grandchildren, Cain, Jude, Gabriel, Gavin, Dylan, Harry, Nya and Scarlett.
Aside from the five years he spent overseas as a veteran of the Second World War, Eugene resided in Lac du Bonnet, where he grew up, raised his family, and operated his own business, E. Lavoie Construction, for 44 years. Eugene was always a hardworking man who kept busy his entire life. He and Hallie enjoyed many winters in their Florida home in West Palm Beach. Coffee time with his friends at Chicken Chef was a favourite daily ritual. Eugene’s greatest pleasures were the many family gatherings and he especially loved being around his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family pets, Mercy & Brooklyne, brought Grandpa lots of happiness and joy.
A big thank you to the homecare workers. He enjoyed their friendship and the good care he received.
A memorial service will be held in the Lac du Bonnet Legion Hall on Friday, May 17 at 1:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lac du Bonnet Food Bank or a charity of your choice.
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Tina Goulter
Dear Auntie Hallie, Gail, Ivy and kids.
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Eugene and I wish we could be closer at this time to share our love and sympathies with you. I’m so pleased I could have seen him one last time last summer as he sat and held my hand while I cried after visiting my Nan, his sister. He was a beautiful man and had a lovely long life and will be missed by you, no doubt, but also by the wider family and community.
Sending all our deepest condolences and love from afar.
Tina (Gille), Ken, Micah, Eben, Jemma, Kera Goulter
New Zealand
Lawrence and Louise
We are sorry for the loss of a special person. Eugene was a bright man who could be found cruising around the neighbourhood on his scooter. We will miss watching him holler and shoo the geese off the lawn. He will be missed by all who knew him. May you find comfort in knowing he is now in the hands of our good Lord.
Paul McIntosh
I was so shocked to learn of Eugene’s passing and I only learned of it after the funeral date had passed. I spent so much time in his home with Dwight that I’m sure he wondered if I’d ever go home. He always welcomed me like I was one of his own. He was a talented hard working man who raised a great family with Hallie. It’s so hard to believe he is gone . He seemed like he would go on forever. My condolences to Hallie, my old best friend Dwight and the entire Lavoie family that I once felt a part of. Rest In Peace Eugene.
Mark Lavoie
Paul thanks for the kind words!
Mark