Hello Sir Knights,
I am sadly passing along the obituary of Sir Laurent Loiselle, he passed away on December 9th, 2023. Sorry for the short notice, prayers are tomorrow at 7 PM and his funeral is on Friday at 2 PM if anyone can make it both are in Vonda.
LOISELLE, Laurent
November 27, 1936 – December 9, 2023
With much love, we announce the passing of Laurent Loiselle of Vonda, Saskatchewan, at the age of 87. He died peacefully at Central Haven Special Care Home in Saskatoon. He was the eldest child of a family of 7, born in Vonda, Saskatchewan. He married Bernadette Grimard of Prud’homme on August 6, 1958, and they were wed for 61 years. Laurent was preceded in death by his wife Bernadette, father Félix, mother Germaine, sister Délia, brothers Paul and Lionel, infant brother Paul and his grandson Trevor. He is survived by his four children Marc (Anita), Céleste (Jim), Damien, Lynne (Chad), 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Laurent was a loyal man who always put his family first. He and his wife made their home in several places, including Île-à-la-Crosse, Meadow Lake, Saskatoon, and Spiritwood. Eventually, they settled in Vonda where Laurent took over the family farm. He enjoyed several careers outside of farming including barbering, and made his community better by serving as mayor of Vonda for several years. One of his greatest joys was working with the English and French scouts for over 40 years, earning him the Cross of Jerusalem award from the Governor General of Canada. He was an avid photographer, winemaker, coin collector and blood donor. He was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed fishing and loved good food. Laurent was a man of great faith who was very devoted to his parish. He was a pillar in the community and his presence will be greatly missed. Instead of flowers, the family would be grateful for donations made to Central Haven Special Care Home in Saskatoon. This is where Laurent spent the last year and a half of his life and received the most exceptional care. We are forever in debt to the wonderful nurses and staff who made Laurent’s final days peaceful and filled with love. Vigil of Prayer will be at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 14, 2023. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023. Both services will be held at St. Phillipe-de-Néri Roman Catholic Church, Vonda, Saskatchewan. Arrangements entrusted to Travis Minor-Mourning Glory Funeral Services (306) 978-5200. To share memories of Laurent or send condolences please visit www.mourningglory.ca
Take Care and God Bless!
Justin Foley
