Fleur Blanche

In memory of

Yvon Therien

1953 - 2026

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Yvon Therien on January 7th, 2026 at the age of 72 years old. Yvon was born in St-Edouard de Fabre on September 27, 1953, and was best known as “The Butcher”, and also famous for holding “Table Talks” where you would get his full attention, and the best advice money could buy, with no hold backs!!

A devoted father, loving grandfather, and the foundation of his family.  Yvon was a man whose strength, kindness and quiet love shaped the lives of all that knew him.  He gave selflessly, loved deeply and always put his family first.  His presence was a comfort, his guidance a gift and his love unwavering.  Though our hearts ache in his absence, we are forever grateful for the time we shared, and memories that will live on.  

Yvon is predeceased by his parents, Yvonne Gauthier, and Francois Therien & sister Micheline (Denis) Drouin.

He is survived by his 5 sisters & brothers-in-laws; Lucienne (Yvon) Robert, Pierrette (Marcel) Robert, Jacqueline Therien, Marcelle (Pierre) Larochelle, Nicole (Jacques) Laforest & Denis Drouin.

He is also survived by those who loved him most, his children;

Lino (Paula), Melanie (Guillaume), Natasha, and his beloved grandchildren; Joel, Audree, Julien, Maxime (Saige), Lina (Daniel), and Celene who brought him endless pride and joy, this in addition to his 5 great grand-children, and many nieces & nephews which he cherished.

Yvon was previously married to Dianne Bellemare who remained great friends, and amazing co-parents,

Visitations will be held at the Timiskaming Funeral Cooperative in Kirkland Lake on Saturday January 17, 2026 from 9:30-11am, followed by a french funeral service at the Assomption Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hearts & Stroke Foundation.

He will be deeply missed, and forever remembered.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C’est avec une profonde tristesse et le cœur lourd que nous annonçons le décès d’Yvon Thérien, survenu le 7 janvier 2026, à l’âge de 72 ans. Yvon est née à St-Édouard-de-Fabre le 27 septembre 1953. Il était surtout connu sous le surnom de « Le Boucher » et également célèbre pour ses « Table Talks », où il vous accordait toute son attention et offrait les meilleurs conseils qu’on puisse recevoir, toujours sans retenue.

Père dévoué, grand-père aimant et véritable pilier de sa famille, Yvon était un homme dont la force, la bonté et l’amour discretont marqué la vie de tous ceux qui l’ont connu. Il donnait sans compter, aimait profondément et plaçait toujours sa famille au premier plan. Sa présence était réconfortante, ses conseils un véritable cadeau, et son amour, inébranlable. Bien que son absence nous laisse le cœur lourd, nous demeuronséternellement reconnaissants pour le temps partagé et les souvenirs qui perdureront.

Yvon est prédécédé par ses parents, Yvonne Gauthier et François Thérien, ainsi que par sa sœur Micheline (Denis) Drouin.

Il laisse dans le deuil ses cinq sœurs et beaux-frères : Lucienne (Yvon) Robert, Pierrette (Marcel) Robert, Jacqueline Thérien, Marcelle (Pierre) Larochelle, Nicole (Jacques) Laforest, ainsique Denis Drouin.

Il laisse également dans le deuil ceux qui l’aimaient le plus, sesenfants : Lino (Paula), Mélanie (Guillaume), Natasha, ainsi queses petits-enfants adorés : Joël, Audrée, Julien, Maxime (Saige), Lina (Daniel) et Célène, qui lui ont apporté une immense fiertéet une joie sans fin. À cela s’ajoutent ses cinq arrière-petits-enfants, ainsi que de nombreux neveux et nièces qu’il chérissaitprofondément.

Yvon a été marié autrefois à Dianne Bellemare, avec qui il est demeuré en excellents termes et a partagé une remarquablecomplicité en tant que co-parents.

La famille recevra famille et amis à la Coopérative Funéraire du Témiskaming à Kirkland Lake, le Samedi 17 Janvier 2026, de 9 h 30 à 11 h, suivi d’un service funéraire en français à l’Église de l’Assomption.

Au lieu de fleurs, des dons peuvent être faits à la Fondation des maladies du cœur et de l’AVC.

Il nous manquera profondément et restera toujours dans nos mémoires.

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- Annick & Dave, on January 13, 2026

Nos sincères sympathies…on vous aime 🥰🥰

- Marcelle et Pierre, on January 13, 2026

Mes sincères condoléances à sa famille et tout particulierement à sa petite fille Lina qui portera à jamais son grand-père dans son cœur 💗

- Lise Fraser-Merrick, on January 13, 2026

Nous sommes énormément désolés de cette grosse perte et pensons fort à vous durant ces moments difficiles. Martin et Michelle Xox

- Martin et Michelle, on January 13, 2026

Sending Yvon's family much love and strength during this difficult time. Yvon was a special person and his loss is felt by all who knew him. I have so many wonderful memories of Yvon. He will be missed.

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- Tonya, on January 13, 2026

II was very sad to learn of Yvon’s passing. I have many fond memories of him as I worked with him for many years. He was always so easy going and had a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. Sincere condolences to his entire family.

- Jane Lomanno, on January 13, 2026

Therien Family: Yvon was, as his obituary clearly states: “The Butcher”. I got to know Yvon while working at YIG - Pettenuzzo’s he, as the skilled, dedicated, dependable butcher and I in the Produce Department. Yvon demonstrated his meat cutting professionalism on a daily basis. His selflessness in his work was always highlighted by complete customer satisfaction. Management and his co-workers could count on Yvon for his dedicated team effort. No doubt he will be greatly missed by all who knew him at work as the professional skilled butcher, and by his abundant loving family.

- Stephen Boaro, on January 13, 2026

To Yvon's Family and Friends, Saddened to hear of Yvon's passing. He was a great guy who loved his family dearly. He always made time to have a chat and share a story. You will be missed my friend. RIP Yvon

- RICK BARKER, on January 13, 2026

My heart goes out to Yvon's family on the loss of this wonderful man. I will always remember him as a kind compassionate human being. May he find endless peace where he can relax by the lake, fishing and riding his ATV. Bye Yvon.❤️❤️❤️

- E. Beljawski , on January 13, 2026

Sincères condoléances à ses 3 beaux enfants, ses petits enfants (particulièrement Audrée) et toute la famille Thérien. Nos pensées sont avec vous! C'était et restera quelqu'un de bien, agréable à côtoyer ! 🫂❤️

- Jenny Pellerin et Richard Robert , on January 13, 2026

À la famille, La perte d'un papa, grand-papa laisse un grand vide et est douloureux. Sa mission sur terre est terminée et c'est une réussite. Le boucher a offert le meilleur à sa clientèle sans négliger sa famille. Que l'amour de votre papa Yvon, tout ce qu'il a semé et les doux souvenirs que vous portez soient un baume pour vos coeurs, Son Créateur l'a accueilli dans sa paix et il vous accordera force, consolation et sérénité. On ne l'oubliera jamais. Tante Jacqueline XX

- Jacqueline Thérien, on January 13, 2026

Yvon was a kind and gentle man who treated the customers with respect and preference. He was also a lane way neighbour who respected his neighbours. I’m so very sorry to hear of his passing. Condolences go out to all of Yvon’s family and friends.

- Don and Sally Parcher, on January 13, 2026

I'm in disbelief too learn of Yvon's passing. We've known him for many years as a butcher all the way when he was at the Dominion Store. He was a great person and was always there too listen. And willing too give a helping hand. He was a very skilled butcher and loved what he did for his costumers. Please accept my condolences. 🙏🤍🙏 your in my thoughts and prayers.

- Beverly and Viviane Fisher, on January 13, 2026

Our deepest condolences and sympathies goes out to Ynon’s family. We were saddened to hear of his passing Yvon was a great neighbour for years always willing to help in anyway he could and have a chit chat from over the fence in the lane.. I my self will miss our chats speaking in French every time I would bump in to him something I don’t get to do much anymore since my Mom passed many years ago..He was a great guy and a wonderful neighbour may he rest in pease .

- Ron & Mich Armstrong , on January 13, 2026

I’m so sorry about Yvon. He was such a nice person. Always enjoyed talking with him at his appointments and at his job. He’ll be missed and Lino I’m so sorry about your Dad. Take care - Mary

- Mary MacKinnon, on January 13, 2026

To the Therrien family Im so sorry ti hear of Yvon passing He was a great man RIP Yvon❤️

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- Charlene Raymond, on January 13, 2026

We were shocked to learn of Yvon’s passing… He would take time to have a little chat or say hi as we passed through the grocery store,, a few times he would drop over at the house,, have a beer and talk and have some laughs with Andy and I.. Deepest condolences and prayers for Yvon’s family during this difficult time! May you rest in peace Yvon 🙏

- Judy & Andy McKnight , on January 13, 2026

Such a good guy at his craft (butchering ) My husband and I had the pleasure of working with him at IGA . It was a fun place to work and a lot of laughs were had. I have fond memories of those days. He was a great conversationalist and was a straight shooter . Condolences to his children Natasha, Leno and Melanie who he loved So much . Find comfort in all the good memories you shared with him .He was one of the good ones!

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- Janice and Henry Bell, on January 13, 2026

Lino and family; I’m so very sorry to see the passing of your dad. I always enjoyed seeing him at the grocery store, having a chat and laugh. Big hugs.

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- Kendra Porritt, on January 13, 2026

I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Yvon. I had the privilege of working with him for 34 years, and throughout all that time I can never recall seeing him in a bad mood. No matter the pressures or stresses of the day, he had a remarkable way of letting it all roll off his back. His calm nature and carefree attitude made a lasting impression on everyone who he worked with. He brought a sense of ease and kindness into the workplace that will not be forgotten. Always willing to help anyone that asked. He was truly respected and appreciated, and that his memory will live on in the many coworkers he had over the years. I will most certainly miss our backroom chats. My thoughts are with all the family during this difficult time.

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- Kelly Bodick, on January 13, 2026

Our thoughts go out to Yvon’s family & friends during this difficult time. I will miss our chats and forever treasure the knowledge and teachings he always shared throughout the years.

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- JudyAnn & Stephane Marseille , on January 13, 2026

My deepest sympathy a la damille he was a good man and father and a great butcher he will be missed

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- To the family, on January 13, 2026

Mes sincères condoléances à la famille et amis(ies)

- Magella Bergeron, on January 14, 2026

So very sorry for your loss. Condolences to all family and friends

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- Lorrie Brough, on January 14, 2026

Yvon fut un "grand homme" pour nous. Il a marqué nos vies par sa présence empreinte de générosité et de serviabilité. Yvon, veille sur nous et prends soin de ta belle et grande famille qui t'aimera toujours. Ton chemin terrestre laisse en nos coeurs des exemples et des souvenirs précieux qui resteront gravés à jamais. Aurevoir!

- Marcel Robert et Pierrette Thérien , on January 14, 2026

I Leno,Louis and I were so sorry to hear of your dads passing. We worked together for so many years. He was such a nice guy and I have such good memories of him. He will be missed. Rest in peace Yvon. My thoughts and prayers for all the family. ❤️🙏🙏🙏❤️

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- Bev Metson, on January 14, 2026

Lino and families, We are very sad to learn of Yvon’s passing. We have many fond memories of him as we worked with him for many years at Dominion grocery store. He was always so easy going and had a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed. Sincere condolences to his entire family.

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- Micheline and Paul Guertin, on January 14, 2026

My deepest sympathies…he was a fantastic guy…he will be missed❤️

- Michelle Whelan, on January 14, 2026

Like everyone else I was shocked to find out about Ivon today. He was a very calm man but he sure like to talk LOL he had stories that could last forever I'm sure he's up in heaven telling a lot of stories. I remember the day I met you you came into the coffee shop on Government Road and had a coffee and I was working as a short order cook and then you asked me to go over a coffee with you next time. So we did and we became good friends ever since I think that was about at least 40 years ago and we remained friends. He even gave me a few discounts on some hamburger which was very sweet of him. I will miss you especially when I come into the store now and you will always be in my thoughts rest in peace my friend !!! ❤️ to Lino and Melanie and other family members you have my sincere

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- Nicole Moreau & Braxton, on January 14, 2026

Chère Natasha et Lino, je vous envoie mes plus sincères sympathies et je vous souhaite plein de douceurs durant ces jours de deuil. Bon courage a toute votre famille.

- Rose-Lyne D'Aoust-Messier , on January 14, 2026

My sincere condolences to the family.

- Serge Barrette, on January 14, 2026

I am sad to learn of Yvon’s passing. He was always so kind to my Dad Bill Taylor after my Mom died…always took the time to have a chat and a laugh ! He will be missed by many!

- Heather Taylor , on January 14, 2026

Nos plus sincères sympathies et bon courage à toute la famille ainsi qu'aux amis.

- Diane & Roger Gauthier, on January 14, 2026

my sumpathy to the family yvon was a great guy a great butcher and a great father he qill be missed RIP yvon

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- francine charbonneau, on January 14, 2026

Yvon worked with my daughter Kim, as a student together up at the old Dominion store many years ago, and he never forgot her, he always would ask me how she was doing. NO other words can be said, that have not been said about Yvon, of how well liked he was. Now just sadness and difficulty to his Family and to his many friends he leaves behind. Condolences to ALL Your at Peace now.

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- Judy (Cale) Gervais, on January 15, 2026

Mes sincères condoléances Leno, Mélanie, Natasha, Dianne et famille. Qu’il veuille sur vous tous dans ce temps difficiles!! Repose-toi en paix Yvon ❤️

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- Lucie Bellemare-Chapleau , on January 15, 2026

my deepest sympathies to the family i enjoyed my time working with Yvon was a great friend rest in peace my friend

- Rejean Beaulieu, on January 15, 2026

Yvon was such a sweet and funny guy. When I worked at YIG, he always found time to come and talk. When I was having a bad shift, he could still make me laugh. If I needed help, he was more than happy to do what he could. I will always remember and appreciate him. My heart goes out to his family, and those who loved him.

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- Andrea Armstrong, on January 15, 2026

Our deepest condolence to the family 🙏

- John and Juliette Willard , on January 15, 2026

Thinking of you & your family Lino on the loss of your Dad. Sounded like a great guy. May he RIP.

- Mary Kitty, on January 16, 2026

I was very sad to hear about the passing of Yvon. My deepest condolences to the family. He was such a great guy. He'll be missed.

- Kyra Daigle (Smith), on January 16, 2026

Mes sincères condoléances à tous les membres de la famille de Yvon. Je me souviendrai toujours de sa bonne humeur, de sa bonté et générosité. Il prenait le temps de nous parler et de nous saluer. Il va nous manquer beaucoup. Repose toi en paix Yvon. Courage à vous tous en cette pénible épreuve.

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- Nicole Daigle , on January 16, 2026

Je suis de tout coeur avec vous. Mes sincères condoléances il me manquera aussi.

- Ginette Cadieux, on January 17, 2026

Our deepest condolences to you and your families matant Dianne sending love and prayers and may God bless you and your family at this time of grief and we’re grieving with you all

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- Melynda Young , on January 17, 2026

Lino, Melanie and Yvon’s Family. He loved you all so much. You were the pride of his chats. We counted him as a friend. Kind, Grateful, Funny and very willing to help in every way. His absence at Independent has been notable. His absence in ours and so many others lives is felt as a loss. Swim free with the Mermaids my friend. Lynn and Doug Elliott.

- Lynn Elliott, on January 17, 2026

To family and friends, I’m so deeply sorry for your loss and saddened to hear of Yvon’s passing. I worked at the grocery stores with Yvon when I was young and he has always been so kind and remained my friend over the years; always greeting with a smile, a joke and some laughs where ever we crossed paths. He is a beautiful soul and I hope that the sharing of happy memories help you through this difficult time, he will be missed by many, myself included. God bless and may he rest peacefully.

- Christine Harrington, on January 17, 2026

Mes plus sincères condoléances a toute sa famille. Mes pensées vous accompagneront ce samedi pour dire au revoir a Yvon.

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- Jocelyne Morin, on January 17, 2026

Avec le décès d ‘Yvon, j’offre mes sympathies à ses enfants et petits-enfants.Également à ses sœurs,Pierrette,Jacqueline,Nicole,Lucienne et Marcelle,toute ma compassion pour la perte de leur frère.Mes prières vous accompagnent en ces tristes moments.

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- Estelle Gironne, on January 18, 2026

Deepest sympathies on your loss.we have fond memories of our time working together. he was Mr butcher.he will be greatly missed.

- Gabriel & Marie Jeanne Paquette, and Family , on January 18, 2026

Therein Family My deepest condolences with the passing of Yvon. He was a good friend. He used to cut of our moose years ago and I worked with him at the Independent Grocers. So sorry I missed his funeral. Yvon may you rest in peace my friend.

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- Rose Chartre, on January 22, 2026

Mes sympathies à la famille. Yvon tu ma toujours accueilli avec un beau sourire chaque fois qu’ont c’est rencontrer. Je va manquer ton sourire énormément Yvon. Repose en paix :(

- Ciel, on January 23, 2026

So sorry to hear of Yvon’s passing Deepest sympathy to his Family and all who knew him, he will be missed R.I.P YVON

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- Ron ,Joyce davis, on February 11, 2026

Deepest condolences on the passing of Yvon. Yvon was such a great man! He would always take time to stop & talk wherever we met. At the grocery store, the love he had for his work always shone through, and was only surpassed by his love for his family. He will be deeply missed! PS You chose a wonderful picture to share with everyone!

- Sarah Johnson (and the late Renzo Rado), on March 7, 2026

Rest in peace my friend

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- William Semple, on March 24, 2026

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