It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Jean on August 21, 2025, following a sudden and brief illness. He will be forever missed by his loving partner Judy (née Halme) and his much-loved son, daughter and granddaughter, Justin (Roberta McRae), Liane and Geneva (Kocum). He also leaves behind his brothers Louis (Hélène Dallaire) and Paul (Lison Chèvrefils), his sister Louise, and a niece and nephews. He is also deeply missed by Liane’s dog Francie.
Jean had a zest for life and approached it with a spirit of adventure, an unending curiosity, and stylish enthusiasm and flair. He is lovingly remembered by his family and countless friends for his generosity, kindness, and compassion.
We extend our gratitude to doctors, nurses and staff at the Hôtel-Dieu and Enfant-Jésus hospitals in Québec City, the Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus and the Bruyère Health Saint-Vincent Hospital. We especially want to thank the many friends who shared memories, tributes and kind words which we read to Jean in his final days. It was a gift to Jean and to us.
In lieu of flowers, charitable donations can be made, if you wish, to a humanitarian cause such as Médecins Sans Frontières or Amnesty International.
Jean is everywhere and nowhere. Our hearts are broken.
Digital Guestbook
Pierrette et Roger Thibaudeau
Raili Giguere
I am so sorry for your loss, Judy and family. He will be missed by all who knew him but his memory will be remembered.
With sincere sympathy.
Raili Giguere
Joyce Malakoff
I find no words that can actually convey the respect and love I personally feel to both you, Judy and Jean … you both will always hold a special place in my heart.
Jacynthe Dallaire
Judy and family. I’m so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Mes sincères sympathies à toi Judy, aux enfants, aux familles et aux proches. Je me souviendrai toujours de sa grande gentillesse, de sa rigueur au travail et de son beau sourire. Repose en paix Jean.
Florian Couture
Jean était plus qu’un collègue : il était un repère, un exemple de générosité et de passion pour l’enseignement.
Sa bienveillance et son écoute ont marqué tous ceux qui ont eu la chance de le croiser.
Aujourd’hui, nous pleurons sa disparition, mais nous célébrons aussi la lumière qu’il a laissée dans nos vies.
À sa famille et à ses proches, j’adresse mes pensées les plus sincères et mon profond respect.
Avec toute ma sympathie,
Florian
Giuseppe Colucciello and Family
Judy and Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss, our thoughts are with you all.
Jean the extrañaremos !
Abrazo !
Kathleen Holoubek + Dick Aschman
We are so saddened to learn of Jean’s passing. Our hearts go out to Judy and his whole family.
Vickie Cathcart-Leslie
Your joie de vivre inspired me with envy Jean. You had a great life and it was filled with love from Judy , family and friends!
Greg Gauld and Linda Keen
So sad to lose a truly wonderful man. We think especially of Judy with your long and loving life together. So many adventures and memories of great times together. Best
Cathy Falvo
My deepest sympathy for your loss, Justin. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Cathy Falvo
Nos sympathies à Judy, Justine et Liane. Jean était un bon ami et un homme généreux. Il va nous manquer