On May 11, 2004 at 63 years of age after a brief, but courageous fight with cancer, passed away at Metropolitan Hospital with his cherished family, his loving wife and best friend Lorraine at his side. Beloved father of Cheryl and (David) of Windsor, Charlene and (Michael) of Caledonia, Rheal and (Carmen) of Timmins. Dear son of the late Cyprien and Henriette. Precious Grandpa of Krista, Caitlin, Michelle and Austin. Beloved brother of Edward and (Bertha), Joseph and (Lena) all of Sudbury, Roger and (Maureen) of Windsor. Predeceased by his siblings Albert, Cecile, Rene, Harold, George, Gerald, Leo, Victor, Maurice, Marie, Ronald and Marcel. Survived by 92 nieces and nephews and 180 great nieces and nephews and many great-great nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Rheal to The Windsor Regional Cancer Centre or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Families First Funeral Home & Chapel (519-969-5841) 2670 Dougall Avenue, Windsor, Ontario. Cremation was held. You may leave your cherished memories online at www.familiesfirst.net.
