C’est avec une profonde tristesse que nous annonçons le décès de Jean, survenu le 21 août 2025, à la suite d’une maladie soudaine et brève.
Il manquera à jamais à sa compagne bien-aimée Judy (née Halme) ainsi qu’à son fils, sa fille et sa petite-fille chéris, Justin (Roberta McRae), Liane et Geneva (Kocum). Il laisse également dans le deuil ses frères Louis (Hélène Dallaire), Paul (Lison Chèvrefils), sa sœur Louise, ainsi qu'une nièce et des neveux. Il manquera aussi profondément à Francie, le chien de Liane.
Jean avait une véritable passion pour la vie, qu'il abordait avec un esprit d’aventure, une curiosité sans limites et un enthousiasme élégant et raffiné. Sa famille et ses innombrables ami(e)s se souviendront toujours de sa générosité, de sa gentillesse et de sa compassion.
Nous exprimons notre profonde gratitude aux médecins, infirmières et membres du personnel de l’Hôtel-Dieu et de l’Hôpital de l’Enfant-Jésus de Québec, de l’Hôpital Civic d’Ottawa, ainsi que de l’Hôpital Bruyère Saint-Vincent. Nous tenons particulièrement à remercier les nombreux ami(e)s qui ont partagé souvenirs, hommages et mots bienveillants que nous avons lus à Jean dans ses derniers jours. Ce fut un cadeau précieux pour lui et pour nous.
En guise de témoignage de sympathie, des dons peuvent être faits, si vous le souhaitez, à une cause humanitaire telle que Médecins Sans Frontières ou Amnistie Internationale.
Jean est partout et nulle part. Nos cœurs sont brisés.
Livre de visiteurs
Pauline Beadman
Lynn Csrrier
All my sympathies to the whole family.
Jane Panet
He was much loved.
Claire and John Schofield
What can we say? John and I are deeply saddened to learn of Jean’s untimely passing. He was a wonderful person with an outstanding zest for life. He will be sorely missed by us and his many friends around the world!
Rest in peace Jean and know that your spirit will always live on!
Our sincerest condolences to Judy and all the family!
Claire and John Schofield
Michèle Patry
My first reaction to the news was not so much sadness but the thought that he had lived so fully and richly - as he continued to do last winter in Paris - that he packed more in his life than many other people EVER will. He must surely have know this. And derived great satisfaction from the knowledge. Jean was an energetic, interested and interesting person, always full of stories, plans and ideas. I still have so many emails from him in my in box about things to do in Paris. He continued to send them to me while we were there last winter, always sharing his suggestions. The obituary says he was generous, and I suppose that included sharing his ideas of things to do in Paris so everyone could enjoy the city! Merci Jean, un exemple pour nous tous. Mes condoléances à Judy et au reste de la famille.
Zita LeBlanc
My deepest sympathies Judy to you and your family for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Evelyn windover
Judy and family. I’m so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Mary Buckley
Judy, Liane and family
My very fond memories of you are mostly associated with our Nunavut work. Jean was especially lovely and understanding in Iqaluit with my dear boy who also remembers him fondly. You are prevalent in my thoughts and prayers as you mourn Jean’s passing.
Elliot Rodger
I'm so sorry for your loss Judy. With my deepest sympathy. Elliot Rodger
Eileen and Craig Wilkie
Dear Judy and family, We were so saddened by the news of Jean’s passing. Many Aquarina memories flashed through both our minds of his spirit of adventure, compassion, and prowess on the tennis courts . He will be remembered for his infectious smile, enthusiasm and love of life. With deepest sympathies, Eileen and Craig
Mes tres sinceres condoleances Judy, Justin, Liane et familles❤️ Repose en paix Jean!😪