It is with deep sadness that our family announces the sudden passing of Jean-Guy Desgagnés at the Blanche River Hospital on Saturday, January 20th, 2024 at the age of 85 yrs. Survived by his beloved wife of 64 years Jackie Desgagnés (Crawford). Predeceased by his parents Jean-Louis and Béatrice (Gauthier) and his brother Claude (Patricia).
He will be forever missed by his children Roger (Rosanne), Cathy (Lauren), André (Tracey), Aline and Roy Kayser (Elissa). Grand-children Lee-Ann (Ryan), Carissa (Justin), Nathalie (Nate), Eric (Sarah), Stephanie (Mychelle). Great grand-children Ava, Tessa (Ashton), Emma, Karter, Tehya, Zoe, Ryder, Fredrik and Ben.
Survived by his sister Claudette (predeseaced Euclide), brothers Gilbert (Lise), Maurice (Dodie) and Robert (Noella). Also survived by several loving nieces and nephews and loving friends. He loved spending time having coffee with Fern, Yvonand Noel (predeseased) and friends at Mc Donalds. He would attend KL Gold Miners and Rouyn Huskies hockey games with his hockey buddies Noel Guimond (predeseased) and his son Mike Guimond.
Jean-Guy was born in Granada, QC. He attended school in Rouyn, QC, Larder Lake ON and KLCVI in Kikland Lake, ON. He was in the Naval Service for 5years. He delivered milk for Producers Dairy and Kormans Dairy. He owned Toastmaster Bread in Timmins,ON and he worked for United Supply. He was a Purchasing Agent for Normick Perron and The Truck Shop in Kirkland Lake, ON. He also worked as a Commissaire for the DVA.
We would like to thank Dr. Moore, Dr. Lee, the KL Blanche River Hospital Staff and the Sudbury ICU staff for all their great care and support during this difficult time.
Cremation has taken place through the Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Encore Club, Kirkland Lake, ON or Westpark Hospital, Toronto, ON.
Sympathy Messages
My Condolences to all of you. I had the great pleasure of being close to Jean-Guy for many years. You have been such a great "Papa" to my boys. Karter and Ryder Miss you so much. He was such an amazing man and always happy. Ive had amazing memories, Holidays, Playing Toque, camping and much more. Hugs to you all. R.I.P.
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- Krystal Demers, on
January 25, 2024
My sincere condolences to you all at this very difficult time , Jean - Guy was a great man loved my many and will be missed by many , hold on to all the great memories
- Dayna Gour and family , on
January 25, 2024
My heart goes out to all of you. Keep your memories close to your heart. My dad will always treasure his friendship.
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- Laura Alarie, on
January 26, 2024
No words can be conveyed to the Family in the loss of Jean Guy at this very sad and difficult time. We first met when he was at Normick Perron as a purchasing agent, and me at Gordon Stationery, (we had a private joke about his Bro Moe) always a good time and lots of laughs when he came in, then carried on for many years of friendship, sitting in the Blue Line room with Noel watching the Miners sharing candies. I will truly miss our talks, & laughs. Just a couple of weeks ago, seen and talked when he came to the KDH, I'm glad of that. To Jackie and her Family, so sorry for your loss. RIP Jean Guy
- Judy (Cale) Gervais, on
January 26, 2024
We were saddened to hear of Jean-Guy’s passing. Our condolences to Jackie & family.
- Linda & Leo Benoit, on
January 26, 2024
So sorry to hear of your loss. May he RIP. Sincere sympathy
Dianne and Bill Edge
- Dianne Edge, on
January 26, 2024
We are saddened to hear of Jean Guy’s passing. May your happy memories bring you warmth and help to heal your broken hearts.
- Sonny & Annie Kmyta, on
January 26, 2024
Thinking of you at this difficult time
- Cathy Le Clerc, on
January 26, 2024
we are very sad to hear of the lost of your loved one ,Our deepest condolences to the Family
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- Sam And Sam, on
January 27, 2024
My sincere condolences. I have many fond memories of Jean.
- JoAnn Jones , on
January 27, 2024
My deepest sympathies in the passing of Jean Guy. He will be missed
- Rose Chartre, on
January 27, 2024
Very saddened to hear of the passing of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
- Anita Rondeau, on
January 28, 2024
Our deepest condolences to all of you. Jean-Guy always made us laugh and had a warm welcome. He will be always in our hearts and will be missed. May he rest in peace.
Love Mo and Cheryl
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- Mo and Cheryl, on
January 29, 2024
So Very Sad to hear about Jean-Guy. Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you and all your Family. We Loved him very much and will miss our chats and laughs on the phone.
May all the good times and memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Love you very Much, Jackie.
- Ron & Pat Crawford, on
January 30, 2024
Deepest condolences to you Jackie and your family at this time on your loss,,,
- Judy and Andy McKnight, on
February 1, 2024
Sorry to read of Jean Guy’s passing. Sincere condolences.
May he rest in peace.
- Jeannine Dupont, on
February 2, 2024
Just seen the obituary. Please accept my condolences over your brother's passing.
- Arthur Davidson, on
February 3, 2024
Nos sincères sympathies lors du décès de ton papa. Tu es dans nos pensées , bon courage à toi ainsi qu'à toute ta famille.
- Mélanie, Diane et Roger Gauthier, on
February 4, 2024
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