Peacefully, at Queensway Nursing Home, Hensall, on Monday, May 15, 2017, of Zurich, in his 88th year. Beloved husband of Grace (Robbins) Durand. Dear father of Jerry and Eleanor of Port Elgin, Richard of Stratford, Paul of Toronto, Maryanne of London and Joeanne of Zurich. Dear grandfather of Lisa, Susan, Sheila and David; Charlene; and great-grandfather of Ashley, Dakota, Larissa, Dylan, Colton, Logan, Madyson, Milena and Emma and great-great grandfather of Tanner. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Marie Cyr of Hensall, Bernadette and Lionel Cyr of Bayfield and Fern Durand of Holland Centre. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by a grandson Andrew, brothers Anthony, Andre, and Paul and sisters-in-law Sharon, Mitzi and Evelyn and brother-in-law Paul Cyr.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 49 Goshen Street, Zurich on Thursday from 3-5 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, 73334 Bluewater Hwy., St. Joseph on Friday, May 19th at 11AM with Father Matthew George officiating. Interment St. Peter’s Cemetery. Parish prayers with the Knights of Columbus will be said in the funeral home Thursday evening at 6:30 PM.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or Community Living South Huron (ARC) would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Al & Sharon Brokenshire
To all the Durand family we are sorry to hear of the loss of a fine man, Gerry, our thoughts and prayers go out to you all, our sincerest sympathy
Sharon & Al Brokenshire
Joy Tyler
Joeanne
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Francis Denomme
Grace &family I am very sorry for your loss
J. Michael Gallant
Sorry for your loss……..My thoughts and prayers.
.Jerry always made me laugh……He was a great guy to work with.
From one of his co-workers at Lor-Don Ltd in London.
The Western Durands (Onnie, John, Michele, Dede, Jackie)
Dear Grace and Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences. Growing up, Jerry was our dad’s (Max Durand’s) best friend and partner in multiple shenanigans. As Max’s children, we have fond memories of the stories Jerry could tell. His infectious smile and laughter will live on in our hearts. We are sure he and Dad are sharing a laugh even now..
Love and prayers from the “Western Durands”
Dan Hood
Grace and family,
Jerry was a real gentleman and a good neighbour to us all. He will be greatly missed.
Dan Hood, on behalf of the Durand Huronview Cottagers Association
Mike & Leanne Restemayer
Joeanne & family,
We are deeply sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Randy and Vicki Geoffrey
Dear Grace and family, sorry to here about Jerry’s passing. What a wonderful and admired man, he always took the time to speak to you and asked how you were even though his health was declining. Never complained and always faced things with a positive attitude. He was a inspiration to us and I am sure to many more. He is resting , no pain and in a place were he truly deserves.
Gerry and Elaine Boyes
So sorry to hear of Jerry`s passing. He was a very special man–we remember his wonderful smile. Our love to Grace and family. Gerry and Elaine Boyes
Catherine Shepherd
To Grace and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Jerry , he was a very special cousin he will surely be missed Love and prayers always
Linda and Ian O'Henley
Dear Grace, Richard, Joeanne, Jerry, Paul, Maryanne and extended family,
A life well lived. Rest in peace Jerome. May the comfort of friends and family help bring you peace as you remember Jerry’s life and spirit.
Joe and Marie Quillan
Dear Grace and family:
So sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Yvonne Lindridge
Grace and Family. Please accept my sincere condolenses. Jerry was a great man and person. He was a good friend and a good neighbor. He will surely be missed. may you rest in peace. It was such an honor to have known you. Hugs to all the family. Love Yvonne
Wanda MacDonnell
To Grace and family. Please accept our sincere condolences. Jerry was a wonderful man and a very good friend. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. May he sleep with the angels. Sincerely, Wanda MacDonnell and Bryan Schmidt.
Jody Durand
Salute to one of my favourite men on earth..who also happened to be my Dad’s oldest brother, and by far the most gregarious and engaging Durand man..and believe me that is a tough feat!!! we love you Uncle Jerry..happy trails and God Bless..Jody and Laura
Katlin
Sorry for your lose JoJo I know how it feels to lose someone close to you
Sandy Shaw (Webb)
My sincere sympathy to Joeanne and the rest of the family. Jerry Durand….what a guy. Thanks for all the Community Living Golf Tournaments you played in. This Webb Girl will miss you.
Linda and Gary Macgowan
Dear Grace and family, we were very sorry to hear of Jerry’passing. We both have fond memories from Florida, golfing, playing cards and enjoying a few liquid refreshments.Jerry was a one of a kind and the world will not be the same without him in it!
Larry Ladd
To Richard and Family,
Just a short note to let you all know that we at Steelcraft are thinking of
you all. We are saddened to hear of our co-workers loss…..take care.
Norah Purser
So sorry for your loss Joeanne and family.
Ron and Dianne Ducharme
To the Durand Family
Our condolences to all of you Jerry was a very nice man
Thoughts and prayers at this very sad time
Bev Claus
So sorry for your loss joeanne.i know how much you loved your dad.
Elise Durand
Uncle Jerry, you will be so dearly missed. You brought such joy to everyone around you. I am so happy we were able to spend time with you at Easter. Echoing Aunt Tammy, you truly taught us how to live and love!
Tammy Denomme
Godspeed you to heaven Uncle Jerry. You taught us all how to live.