In Memorium

Jules Gareau - November 10, 2008

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Jules on November 10th, 2008 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of ur beloved Jules on November 10th, 2008 at the early age of 64 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Jules was born on January 7, 1944 in Bellevue, SK, the first of seven children. Jules attended school in Bellevue until he graduated. He then moved to Edmonton where he met a lovely girl, Florette Valcourt, and soon married in Picardville, AB on August 13, 1966. They were blessed with two children, Patrick in 1967 and Jacqueline in 1971. Jules and Florette moved to Kinistino, SK from 1976 until 1985, from there they moved to Sherwood Park, Saskatoon, then made Prince Albert their home. Jules’ career in the autobody industry spans over 40 years, as owner and body man at various shops around Saskatchewan.
Jules was well known in Prince Albert and area. He was a past executive of various organizations in Saskatchewan and he was an active member of the Kinsmen Club, Cosmo Club and the Klassic Kruizers Kar Klub. He was often seen driving around Prince Albert in his red Mustang or motorcycle. Jules had an innumerous circle of friends and a large family and was happiest when he had people around. He was so young at heart that people of all ages loved to visit with Jules and talk about cars, bikes, or anything at all. His pride and joy were his grandchildren.
Jules was predeceased by his parents Arthur and Fernande Gareau. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Florette; his son Patrick (Faye) and their children Kyle and Adam; his daughter Jackie (Billy) McLennan and their children Brandon, Justin, Brittany, Brianne and Jaelyn; his brothers Neil (Marielle), Serge (Gail), Marc (Diane), Wilf (Lori); his sisters Paulette (Cyrille) Gaudet and Hilda (Ken) Worobec; his father and mother-in-law Leopaul and Flore Valcourt of Westlock, AB; his sisters-in-law Yvette Shank, Paulette (Alf) Hauk, Claudette (Gerhardt) Hiller; his brother-in-law Ernest (Myra) Valcourt and numerous nieces and nephews.