It is with great sadness that we are announcing the passing of Dr Jean Daigle, optometrist, on Thursday February 17, 2022 at The Moncton Hospital after a short and trying illness at the age of 79 years old. Born on September 3, 1942 in Saint-Léonard-Parent N.B., he was the son of the late Blanche (Albert) Daigle and Jim Daigle.
Jean is survived by his dearest family, his wife Marie-Andrée (Ferron), his son Jean-Francois (Carole) and his daughter Christine, all from Dieppe N.B. He leaves behind his sisters and brothers: Janine (late Albert Godbout) of Grand Falls N.B., Richard (Josée) of Gatineau QC, Bernadette of Fort Mill USA, Bernard of Dieppe N.B., Father Normand, s.m. of Gatineau QC, Jacqueline Clavette (late Jean-Guy Thibeault) of Saint-Léonard-Parent N.B. as well as his nieces, nephews and cousins. Jean will be dearly missed by his sister-in-law Margo Ferron and brother-in-law Pierre (Nicole) Ferron from St-Bruno-de-Montarville QC, his many friends and colleagues.
Besides his parents, Jean was predeceased by his twin brother, Jimmy (Victoire) of Saint-Léonard-Parent N.B.
An optometrist for 54 years in Shediac N.B., Jean was very devoted to his work which he did with great care, respect and generosity. Athletic since childhood, he was passionate about playing golf and enjoyed sharing those moments with his friends. Jean exuded positive energy both through his sense of humour and deep care of others. He was a man with strong values and deeply loyal to all those around him. We will greatly miss his presence in our lives and will carry him in our hearts forever.
We wish to warmly thank Dr. Dhany Charest, Dr Sarah Ironside, the staff at The Moncton Hospital, the staff of N.B. extra-mural service, as well as all our friends who have kindly supported us during this trying time.
A celebration of his life will take place on Saturday March 19, 2022 at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (858-1900). Visiting hours will be from 10 am to 12 (noon) and from 2 to 4 pm. The family requests that attendees to the funeral home will all need to be double vaccinated with proof of vaccination and I.D.mandatory to enter the funeral centre. Wearing a mask will be mandatory.
In expression of sympathy in memory of Dr. Jean Daigle, a donation can be made to the Brain Tumor Foundation of Canada (Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada) or to Hospice Southeast New Brunswick (Hospice SENB).
Words of comfort and donations may also be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com