It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father, Camille Melanson, 81, of Shediac. He passed away after a brief illness surrounded by his loving daughters on June 5, 2025, at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont UHC, Moncton. Born in Irishtown, he was the son of the late Zöel and Évangéline Bourgeois (Melanson).
While our world is empty without him, we find comfort in the memories of a life lived with love, laughter, and immeasurable generosity.
To know Dad was to know joy. His smile could light up any room, it was the kind of smile that made people feel instantly at ease, welcome, and loved. His heart of gold was even bigger than his smile, always open to those in need, offering a helping hand, a listening ear or just a warm hug when words weren’t enough. He was more than a father he was our hero, our rock, the heart of the family. Whether it was through his goofy jokes, quiet wisdom, or endless support, dad had a way of making everyone feel special. He taught us what it means to be kind, how to love without limits, and how to face life with grace and gratitude. We will miss him deeply, love him always, and carry his legacy forward with every smile we share.
Before his retirement he was employed for 36 years with Eastern Bakery Limited (Canada Bread).
Camille is survived by his three daughters: Diane Melanson and Denise Saulnier (Daniel) all of Shediac and Nicole Ruel (Eric) of Grand-Barachois; his sister, Génèva Boucher of Saint-Antoine; his sister-in-law, Annette Melanson of Moncton; his four precious grandchildren: Josée (Ricky), Marc. Patrick and Danika; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, Camille was predeceased by his loving wife of 59 years, Rita (2024); his brothers and sisters: Aurèle, Gérard, Maurice, Edna, Rita and Dora; and his son-in-law, Marcel Roy.
The family will receive condolences at the Frenette Funeral and Cremation Center, 396 Main Street, Shediac, on Tuesday June 10 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm only. The funeral will be celebrated at St. Joseph Church, 415 Main Street, Shediac on Wednesday, June 11th at 11:00 am.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the doctors and staff at the Palliative Care Unit, at the Dr Georges-L.-Dumont University Hospital Centre for the excellent care provided to Camille, as well as Jocelyn Kelly for her homecare dedication.
In memory of Camille, a donation to the CHU Dumont Foundation (Oncology) would be appreciated.
Cremation and funeral arrangements are under the direction of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, Shediac (506) 532-3297.
Words of comfort and online condolences may be forwarded through our website at: www.frenettefuneralhome.com