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Sudbury couple killed in West Nipissing plane crash were dedicated Air Cadet officers

Celebration of life for Gérald and Sharlene Levasseur this Friday
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Gérald and Sharlene Levasseur of Sudbury were killed when the private plane they were piloting crashed in West Nipissing on July 10. (Facebook.com/Sharlene Levasseur)

There will be a celebration of life this Friday, July 20, for a Sudbury couple who died in a plane crash in West Nipissing on July 10.

Gérald and Sharlene Levasseur were both members of the Canadian Armed Forces in the 200 Wolf Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron. 

Sharlene served nine years as an officer, attaining the rank of lieutenant. In particular, she loved supporting the aviation program as well as coaching cadets in biathlon and range competitions.

The squadron and the youth became an extended part of her family, to whom she was dedicated and would do anything to support them as they developed into young adults. 

Gerry served 15 years as an officer, including as commanding officer, attaining the rank of captain. He shared with the youth his passion for aviation and range, and dedicated his time to ensuring cadets had the opportunity to experience the thrill of flight. He also coached the biathlon team inspiring the youth to try something new as a team.

Together, Sharlene and Gérald spent their spare time camping, fishing and flying. They loved spending time with their children and grandchildren and were always happy, loving and caring towards all.

The couple were the loving parents of Frédéric Levasseur, Brigitte Perrier (Tony Perrier), Patrick Levasseur (fiancée Brittanie Cardinal) and Amanda Levasseur (Jordan Graham). 

They will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by their grandchildren, Jacques, Jacob and Théodore. Sharlene is also survived by her brothers, Gerald and David and was predeceased by her brother Michel (Mickey). Gerry is survived by his brothers and sisters Fernand, Léo and Suzanne. 

The Levasseur family will receive friends July 20 from 1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Greater Sudbury Airport.

A celebration of Sharlene and Gerry’s life with words of remembrance will follow at 4 p.m. 

Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.