Joseph Edward Vaitekunas of Melbourne QC passed away peacefully March 25, 2022 at 91 years. Predeceased by his beloved wife Connie Merkivicius.
Loving father of Susan, Cathy (Dave), Joe, David (Martine), Dorothy (Andrew) & Jim (Kathryn), & grandfather of Chris (Scotia) & Geoff, Ember & Wren. Raised his family in Ville Emard, St. Bruno and Melbourne. Bell Canada retiree. Loved family time, vacations in national parks & Hornby Island. Remembered for his charm, twinkling blue eyes, humour, DIY & chef skills.
Thanks to staff at CHSLD Richmond for years of awesome care.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada would be appreciated. https://alzheimer.ca/en
A memorial service will be held at Cass Funeral Home, 295 Principale S., Richmond, QC (819) 826-2502 / www.casshomes.ca, on April 23, 2022 at 11 AM. and the family will be at the funeral home at 10 AM to receive family and friends.
Please note: Hand sanitizing and mask are required at all times.
"We can't feel saddened over the loss of those we love without first remembering the joy of loving them. The real sadness would have been never having had them in our lives at all." C. DeGraff