January 5, 1940 – November 2, 2022
We are sad to announce the peaceful passing of Maurice R. Piché, at the McGill University Health Center on November 2, 2022 at the age of 82. Pre-deceased by his wife Noëlla (née Tessier), he is survived by his 4 children: Francine (Donald Audas), Joanne (Harry Schulz), Raymond (Leita Piché) and Daniel. He was most proud of his grand-children Jennifer, Mélanie, Nicholas, Sean, Sam, Elizabeth and Caitlin and great grand-children Christopher, Erica, Theodore, and Raffael.
One of 10 children, Maurice leaves behind his sisters Estelle Cameron (Mac – deceased) of Strathroy, Jeannine Chenier (Claude – deceased) of Sudbury and his brothers Hervé (Suzanne – deceased) of Espanola, Frank (Lucette) of Blind River and Richard (Françoise) of Sudbury. He is predeceased by siblings, Gabrielle Yocom (Jim – deceased), Ronald (Theresa – deceased), Bernadette Laurin and Roly (Caroline-deceased). He also leaves behind several brothers and sisters-in-law, as well as many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
Born in Espanola on January 5, 1940, Maurice attended the Jesuit Seminary in Ottawa and went on to complete his education at the Royal Military College in St-Jean-sur Richelieu. He began his work career as a Sales Representative with Procter and Gamble and moved his family to Timmins. While in Timmins him and Noëlla became active members of Le Centre Culturel La Ronde and were bestowed certificates as Signing Members of the organization’s Charter and Life-time membership to the organization that is still in existence today.
He found his calling in the Lumber Industry when he joined Lumbermen’s Underwriting Alliance. He moved his family to Dollard-des-Ormeaux in 1972 to take on additional responsibilities and continue his progression. He retired as the Vice President Canadian Region in 2005 after an almost 40-year career in which he garnered many awards including the LUA Man of the Year in 1974 and the Canadian Lumber Industry Wood Award in 2002. He is remembered fondly by his many colleagues, clients, and friends.
Long time parishioner of Marie-Reine-de-la-Paix in Pierrefonds, he was a warden for several years. He was a proud and active 4th Degree member of the Knights of Columbus council 6096 and Assembly 2310.
The family will receive condolences on Friday November 25, 2022 at 9am followed by a funeral service at 11am at Voluntas Commemoration, 4695 St-John’s Blvd, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, H9H 2A7.
Internment of his ashes will be held on Monday November 28, 2022 at 10am, where he will be re-united with his wife Noëlla at Rideau Funeral Home & Cemetery at 4239 Sources Blvd, Dollard-Des Ormeaux, Quebec H9B 2A6.
Louise and Marcel Gamelin
November 6, 2022 at 12:47 pmHe was a wonderful uncle. He lived his life well and was so generous and kind. Our condolences to his children. ❤️
John Di Rosa
November 6, 2022 at 2:09 pmCondolences Joanne and the Piche family ,sorry for your loss ,may he rest in eternal peace
Nathalie Lefebvre
November 6, 2022 at 5:38 pmSincères condoléances à toute la famille. Il était un oncle drôle, généreux et attentionné. Il va enfin retrouver sa douce épouse, tante Noëlla! Repose en paix mon oncle! Tu vas nous manquer!
Nathalie, Martin, Simon et Yanik xoxo
Sandra Bradford-Macalanda
November 7, 2022 at 2:47 pmHe was so kind and supportive. A real gentleman. My condolences to his family
Lise Longchamp
November 8, 2022 at 9:15 amHe was a great, generous and thoughtful uncle. We will miss him. Sympathies to the entire family
Jocelyn Lafrance
November 9, 2022 at 3:25 pmSincères condoléances à la famille. …..!
Roger Gosteau
November 10, 2022 at 8:31 pmS incères condoléances à toute la famille. J’ai travaillé chez l’assureur Lumermens et entendu des bonnes choses de monsieur Piché.
Robert Mole
November 11, 2022 at 4:09 pmA kind and generous gentleman who went out of his way to help us in our time of trouble. God bless you Maurice.
Nancy Cameron
November 15, 2022 at 1:38 pmMy deepest condolences to the family. He was always such a warm, friendly and caring person. May he rest in peace.
Andrée Paquin-Leroux
November 16, 2022 at 4:15 pmÀ toute sa famille et ses ami(e)s, nos plus sincères condoléances. Union de prière pour le repos de son âme. RIP. Merci pour tous les services rendus à la communauté.
Gagnon Diane
November 23, 2022 at 3:57 amMes sincères condoléances Joanne ainsi qu’ à toute votre famille dont Maurice est tellement fier! Je garde de bons moments partagés avec Maurice qui est un homme bon et charitable!
Keith Brewer
December 20, 2022 at 8:23 amSincere condolances to the family.
Caroline Forget
February 21, 2023 at 4:43 pmMes plus sincères condoléances
Craig Smith
March 10, 2023 at 5:34 pmA kind, warm and remarkable man who I had the pleasure of working with at LUA. Spent many times enjoying his company at LUA events with fond memories. Especially enjoyed his stories and our shared love of hockey. Wishing his family peace and love and the celebration of a life well lived in a father they can be proud of. A toast of Remy Martin to my friend Maurice!