It is with deep sadness that the family of Jack Garneau announce his passing on October 28th at the CHUS Fleurimont, Quebec due to complications from an untreatable infection.
He was the son of Jack F. Garneau and Evelyn Smyth and husband of Lois Gilbert.
Jack leaves in mourning his cherished wife of 64 years, Lois, his much loved children, Michael (Marina Jaago) and Suzanne (Luc Robert) and his adored grandchildren, James Garneau, Caleb and Josef Robert, his brother-in-law Gerald Gilbert (Gloria Raymond), their two children, Geoff Gilbert (Christine McLeod) and Joanne Gilbert Baird (Dan Baird), cousin Margaret Garneau and cousin-in-law Norma Bain ( Jim Richards), his nephew Peter Garneau ( Mary Beth Lozinski) and niece Penny Garneau ( Bruce Fawcett).
He was predeceased by his brother Grant Garneau( Lois Flanders) and sister-in-law Mary Gilbert Borden (Keith Perrault)
Also left to mourn are his many other relatives and close friends and colleagues.
A private family funeral will be held soon and a Celebration of Life will occur at a later date.
The Family would like to thank the staff at the CHUS Fleurimont for the wonderful support and excellent care that they provided during his hospitalization.
Jack will be deeply missed and fondly remembered as a loving husband, outstanding father, grandfather and friend and an active community supporter and citizen.
Messages de sympathie
Sincere sympathy to Lois,Mike and Susie in the passing of your beloved husband and dad.Hopefully your many memories will be a comfort as you navigate the days ahead.
Jack was my principal and later a colleague who was respected by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.He will be greatly missed.
RIP
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Doreen Morissette, le
30 octobre 2025
My deepest sympathy.
- Wayne Fortin, le
30 octobre 2025
My deepest condolences to Lois, Suzanne, Michael and families… Hugs to one and all….
- Randi E. Heatherington, le
30 octobre 2025
Michael and Marina
My deepest sympathies to you and Family
- Ross Winslow, le
30 octobre 2025
Holding Uncle Jack and the whole family in my heart. From the short time that I got to know him, I will forever be in awe of his ability to capture the room with his stories and impeccably timed wit. Extraordinary. Bubbling over with his next joke. Approached situations with exactly the right amount of seriousness. Sending Lois and family all my love. From, Katie Lindale (Andrew Garneau)
- Katie Lindale, le
30 octobre 2025
Dear Mrs. Garneau, Micheal, Suzie and the family,
Please accept our deepest condolences upon learning the news of the passing of your beloved husband, father and grandfather Jack. It seems impossible to realise that one will not be able to enjoy his wise and agreeable physical presence. As long as we can remember, Jack had always been a respectful and much respected member of his community, the Sawyerville community. His long professional life as an amazing educator and efficient school administrator has touched the lives of hundreds of children, teenagers and colleagues. A long-time member of the Sawyerville Town Council, he has left an indelible mark on municipal affairs. An optimist at heart, he understood the importance of compromise in daily life. Jack was a generous and thoughtful individual, a model of righteousness. In short, he was a model that we all need to emulate.
Merci Jack pour ta contribution exceptionnelle auprès de la jeunesse et de tes pairs.
Merci d’être devenu l'ami de tous.
Claude Leclair et France Dodier
- Claude Leclair, le
30 octobre 2025
My sincere condolences to the entire family. I mostly remember Jack as my principal at CHS. He was dedicated, firm and fair. I know that he was a much valued member of the Sawyerville community.
Godspeed to him!
- Les Picard, le
30 octobre 2025
