George Porelle, 68, of Moncton, passed away on Thursday January 5, 2017 at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont UHC. Born on November 21, 1948 in Halifax, NS, he was the son of the late Dosithée and Marie (Léger) Porelle.

He is survived by two sisters: Jeanette Melanson (late Eugene ‘Geno’) of Moncton, and Isabelle Haché (Jean-Guy) of St-Zotique, Québec; one brother, Paul (Marcene) of Moncton; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by one nephew, Timothy Porelle.

By request, there will be no visit or funeral. In memory of George, a contribution to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated. Interment will be in Our Lady of Calvary cemetery, Dieppe.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (858-1900).

Words of comfort and donations may be done at: www.frenettefuneralhome.com