DURETTE, Jacques-Robert

C’est avec une grande tristesse que nous annonçons le décès de Jacques-Robert Durette, affectueusement connu sous le nom de Robert, survenu le vendredi 25 octobre 2024 à l’Hôpital de Kirkland Lake. Il avait 87 ans.

Robert laisse dans le deuil sa tendre épouse, Marguerite « Margot » Moreau Durette, qui a été une source de bonheur et de compagnie tout au long de sa vie. Il était profondément aimé par ses trois enfants – Lorraine Durette, Réjean Durette et Simone Lemay – et par ses trois
beaux-enfants, Lucie Grzelak, Diane Thuot et Michel Thuot. Robert était un grand-père dévoué pour ses 11 petits-enfants et un arrière-grand-père aimant pour ses 13 arrière-petits-enfants, qui ont tous été réchauffés par son amour sans limite. Né à St-Charles, en Ontario, Robert a grandi dans une ferme à Sturgeon Falls, entouré par la beauté des animaux et le labeur de la vie rurale. Plus tard, il s’est installé à Kearns, en Ontario, où il a élevé sa famille et travaillé en tant que bûcheron dévoué pour Cheminis Lumber. C’est à Kearns, au restaurant de la ville, qu’il a rencontré Margot, celle qui deviendrait sa merveilleuse épouse et qui serait à ses côtés pendant de nombreuses années. Dès son plus jeune âge, Robert a commencé sa carrière comme bûcheron et a développé une passion pour le travail du bois, le maniement de la machinerie et le plein air. Dans ses temps libres, il suivait des cours du soir pour en apprendre davantage sur les machines, ce qui reflétait son dévouement envers son métier et son amour pour le travail bien fait. Robert avait un lien profond avec la nature et trouvait du plaisir dans la chasse, la pêche, le jardinage et le temps passé au chalet familial. Il aimait les randonnées en motoneige, les moments passés avec ses petits-enfants et arrière-petits-enfants, et les maisons pleines de rires et de famille.

Robert sera toujours rappelé pour sa bonté, sa générosité, sa compassion, ainsi que pour sa force et son dévouement envers ses proches. Il laisse en héritage une chaleur, un rire et des souvenirs impérissables. Bien qu’il soit parti, son esprit vivra dans les cœurs de tous ceux qui ont eu le privilège de le connaître.

Il nous manquera, mais ne sera jamais oublié, car il était véritablement un homme d’une grande gentillesse.

                                                                                                         ♥

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jacques-Robert Durette, fondly known as Robert, on Friday, October 25, 2024, at Kirkland Lake District Hospital. He was 87 years old.

Robert is survived by his beloved wife, Marguerite “Margot” Moreau Durette, who brought great joy and companionship into his life. He was cherished deeply by his three children—Lorraine Durette, Rejean Durette, and Simone Lemay—and by his three stepchildren, Lucie Grzelak, Diane Thuot, and Michel Thuot. Robert was a loving grandfather to 11 grandchildren and a devoted great-grandfather to 13 great-grandchildren, all of whom felt the boundless warmth of his love.

Born in St-Charles, Ontario, Robert was raised on a farm in Sturgeon Falls, where he grew up surrounded by the beauty of animals and the hard work of rural life. Later, he moved to Kearns, Ontario, where he would raise his family and build a life as a dedicated lumberjack with Cheminis Lumber. It was in Kearns, at the Kearns Restaurant, that he met Margot, his future wife, who would stand by his side through the years. Starting his career as a lumberjack at an early age, Robert developed a passion for working with wood, operating machinery, and spending his days in the outdoors. In his spare time, he attended night school to learn more about machinery, embodying his commitment to his craft and his love of hard work. Robert was deeply connected to nature and found joy in hunting, fishing, gardening, and time spent at the family cottage. He loved skidoo rides, making memories with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and hosting full houses of family and friends.

Robert will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and compassion, as well as his strength and devotion to those he loved. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and unforgettable memories. He may be gone, but his spirit will live on in the hearts of everyone who had the honour of knowing him.

He will be missed but never forgotten, as he was truly the kindest man.

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16 messages received

La famille

Mes plus sincères sympathies à vous tous je l'aimais tellement il va me manquer beaucoup. Bon courage !!! Les gens qu'on n'aiment ne meurt jamais !!!

Claudia Gagné , October 26, 2024

A ses enfants Lorraine, Rejean et Simone a son épouse et ses beau-enfants et a toute la famille Durette et ses proches.

Je suia se tous coeur avec vous en ses moments difficile.

May my support
warm your heart

Louise Goulet, October 26, 2024

Family

My sincere condolences to his children and family.
Uncle Robert was a great uncle,
soft spoken kind and loved to laugh.
I’m going to miss him terribly.
May you rest in peace.

Love you forever
Your jokester nephew

Leo Durette

Léo Durette, October 26, 2024

Family and Friends

Our most sincere condolences to all that loved him… He was truly a wonderful man

Gord and Louanne Caza, October 26, 2024

Margo and family

So sorry to hear of Roberts passing.. With Sympathy and prayers from Matt and Willie...

May my support
warm your heart

Matt and Willie Reimer, October 26, 2024

Margot et la famille

Nous avons appris avec tristesse le décès de Robert. Nos sincères condoléances Margot ainsi qu’à la famille. Nos pensées sont avec vous en ces moments difficiles.

Pierre et Gisèle Lemire, October 26, 2024

Lucy, Diane, Michel, Lorraine, Rejean and Simone Families

Please accept my warmest condolences. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Ellen

May my support
warm your heart

Ellen Watson, October 26, 2024

Margot and family

I am so sorry to hear this news. Please do accept my deepest for your loss.

June Lamb, October 27, 2024

Famille Durette

May God give you the strength and the courage to overcome these difficult times.

May my support
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Ginette René Laliberté Guilbeault, October 27, 2024

Margot

Toutes nos sympathies à toi et ta famille

Helene Rheaume , October 27, 2024

A toute la famille/to the whole family

Mes sinceres sympaties pour votre grande perte.
My sinceres sympathy for your great loss.
Vous garde tous dans mes prieres, durant cette periode difficile.
Keeping you all in my prayers during this difficult time.

May my support
warm your heart

Kevin & Suzanne(Goulet) Murchison, October 27, 2024

Margo and family

So sorry to hear of Robert’s passing. May he rest in peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Bill and Dianne Edge

Dianne Edge, October 27, 2024

Margot and family

Our deepest condolences from the members of the McGarry & District XYZ Seniors Club. Robert was a long time member and will be missed by all.

XYZ Seniors Club, October 28, 2024

Durette Family & Friends

Deepest sympathies for your loss.

Virginia Prentice , October 28, 2024

Diane tout and family

Mes sincères sympathies

Richard Rheaume , October 28, 2024

À la famille et aux proches du défunt

Je vous offre mes sincères condoléances. Que les douces mémires que vous retenez de M. Durette viennent vous réchaffer le coeur en moments de tristesse.

Jean-Marie Messier, October 29, 2024