Marcel Lavoie of New Westminster passed away Wednesday July 9, 2014 at 48 years of age. He is survived by his loving mother Rosemarie and Step father Howard Svehla, his children Emil, Joshua and Chantel Lavoie all of the UK, and his brothers Maurice and Michael Lavoie.
He was predeceased by his father Gillis Lavoie.
Marcel was well known for his love that he held for his family. He had a passion for Karate which had led him to Japan. He held his Karate Master Aki and his family in the highest regards. Although Marcel had struggles in his life he was a hard worker in many trades. Some of these trades led him over seas from construction to the installation of house alarms. He had a big love for people and in return they loved him back. He will be missed but not forgotten by all that knew him.
A Funeral Mass will take place at 2:30 pm on Saturday, July 26, 2014 in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 635 Tranquille Road with Reverend Father Peter Hoan Nguyen officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Vincent De Paul.
9 Tributes
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Cheryl Russo
Dear Rosemarie and family,
Although it has been many, many years since i last saw Marcel, I will always remember taking karate classes with him and how good he was at it. I will especially remember how sweet and kind he always was to me.
My sincerest condolences,
Coco Teshima
Rosemarie and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Marcel’s death. Please know that my thoughts are with you. I can see from the beautiful obit picture that Marcel will be remembered for his lovely smile.
Rosemarie – I was so shocked and saddened to see Marcel’s obituary in the paper. Marcel was such a nice guy. He was such a goofy guy in high school and everyone loved him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rosemarie and family, thinking of you in your time of loss and remembering cherished family get togethers with our families. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Remembering Marcel with his gentle smile and teasing fun loving ways. love brenda lee and family
We all have heavy hearts and feel your loss. We remember the old days when our families shared dinners, played games and had fun hanging out no matter what we did. Ken remembers going to karate with Marcel. Thinking of you and your family. With love, Jerold, Debbie and Ken LeBlanc
I wish I could of got to know you better ,but the thoughtful comments I have read say it all .you will be missed by myself ,Emil and Josh .We have lit a candle in Durham Cathedral and said a prayer in your honour .i love you so very much and will treasure the cards and letters you wrote to me and my brothers .
Rest in peace
-love Chantelle
Dear Rosemarie & family,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your son, Marcel. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
My deepest sympathy,
Bette
Dear Rosemarie, Howard & family,
I was saddened to hear of your loss of your son, Marcel. Please know you are in my thoughts & prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
xo Maureen