It is with a heavy heart that we share that Rick Paquette, aged 44, passed away on May 3rd, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. He departed peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones.
Rick is survived by his loving family, including his beloved wife Marie-Claude (Giroux), his two children Jace and Mia, his parents, Richard and Guylaine, his brother Guy and his wife Amber, his nephews Kayden and Ryder, his maternal grandmother Colombe Perron, his paternal grandmother Simone Paquette, his in-laws Gaétan and Louise, his brother in-law André Giroux, his aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Born on September 12, 1979, Rick touched the lives of those around him with his strength, resilience, and spirit. Despite facing the challenges of his illness, he remained a beacon of hope and inspiration to all who knew him.
Throughout his life, Rick embodied kindness and compassion. His selflessness and generosity knew no bounds. Everyone would always say he had a big heart and would help anyone in need. Rick's legacy of love will be cherished by all who had the privilege of sharing in his journey.
As per Rick’s wishes, the family will be honoring his life in a private celebration.
In Rick's memory, donations to the Slay Society Inc. would be greatly appreciated. This Ottawa-based non-profit volunteer run organization helps families and caregivers facing a diagnosis of glioblastoma. Your donations will go directly to Ottawa families dealing with this very difficult diagnosis and will help them spend more time with their loved ones by covering some of the costs associated with care and treatment.
May Rick rest in peace, free from pain, and may he be remembered for the love and light he brought into the lives of others.
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In Rick's memory, donations to the Slay Society Inc. would be greatly appreciated. This Ottawa-based non-profit volunteer run organization helps families and caregivers facing a diagnosis of glioblastoma. Your donations will go directly to Ottawa families dealing with this very difficult diagnosis and will help them spend more time with their loved ones by covering some of the costs associated with care and treatment.
May Rick rest in peace, free from pain, and may he be remembered for the love and light he brought into the lives of others.
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C'est avec une grande tristesse que nous vous annonçons que Rick Paquette, âgé de 44 ans, est décédé le 3 mai 2024 après une bataille courageuse contre le cancer. Il s'est éteint paisiblement chez lui, entouré de ses proches.
Rick laisse dans le deuil sa famille aimante, dont son épouse bien-aimée Marie-Claude (Giroux), ses deux enfants Jace et Mia, ses parents, Richard et Guylaine, son frère Guy et son épouse Amber, ses neveux Kayden et Ryder, sa grand-mère Colombe, ses beaux-parents Gaétan et Louise, son beau-frère André Giroux, ses tantes, ses oncles, ses cousins ainsi que plusieurs amis.Né le 12 septembre 1979, Rick a marqué la vie de ceux qui l'entouraient par sa force, sa résilience et son esprit. Malgré les défis liés à sa maladie, il est resté une source d'espoir et d'inspiration pour tous ceux qui l'ont connu.
Tout au long de sa vie, Rick a fait preuve de gentillesse et de compassion. Sa bonté et sa générosité ne connaissaient aucune limite. Tout le monde disait toujours qu'il avait un grand cœur et qu'il aurait donné sa chemise à toute personne dans le besoin. L'héritage d'amour de Rick sera chéri par tous ceux qui ont eu le privilège de partager son parcours.
Selon les souhaits de Rick, la famille rendra hommage à sa vie lors d'une célébration privée.
À la mémoire de Rick, les dons à la Slay Society Inc. seraient grandement appréciés. Cet organisme sans but lucratif d'Ottawa, dirigé par des bénévoles, aide les familles et les aides-soignants qui font face à un diagnostic de glioblastome. Vos dons iront directement aux familles d'Ottawa qui font face à ce diagnostic très difficile et les aideront à passer plus de temps avec leurs proches en couvrant une partie des coûts associés aux soins et aux traitements.
Que Rick repose en paix, à l'abri de la douleur, et qu'on se souvienne de lui pour l'amour et la lumière qu'il a apportés dans la vie des autres.
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