Gérard Cormier, 92, resident of Auberge du Soleil in Dieppe, passed away on Friday October 21, 2022 at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont UHC Hospital. Born in Moncton, NB, he was the son of the late Irenée and Edmée (Arsenault) Cormier.
He is survived by his two children: Francine Castonguay (Nelson) of Boucherville and Gary David Cormier of Gander, NL; two grandchildren: Brandon and Athena Cormier; a great-grandson, Hadrian Cormier, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Françoise (Fournier) Cormier; three sisters: Gloria, Stella Poirier and Alfreda Boucher; two brothers: Raymond and Yvon.
Gérard served his country in the Korean War 1950-52 as an artillery gunner. He retired from the Military in 1972 and moved to the Wiesner (wear his heart forever remains). He delivered mail in Moncton until 1980.
The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (858-1900) where the funeral service will be celebrated on Friday October 28 at 3 pm. Visiting hours are Friday from 2 pm until time of funeral. Interment will be in St-Philippe cemetery. In memory of Gérard, a contribution to the Moncton Veteran’s Health Centre would be appreciated.
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