Doug Desaulniers
Doug Armand Desaulniers is now at peace after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He passed away August 30, 2010 in Atikokan, Ontario.
His greatest passion was the love of his family, especially his grandchildren. He was born in Rainy River, July 31, 1941. He met the love of his life Sharon whom he married and resided with in Atikokan where they raised a beautiful, loving family. Doug worked for the Atikokan Township where he worked closely with his close friend Jim and also owned and operated the Atikokan arena and baseball canteens for many years with Sharon. Doug was the president of the lob ball Association for a number of years. He definitely was an inspiration to the community of Atikokan. Doug’s passion was fishing and spending time out at the family camp at Perch Lake. Lots of laughter with family and watching the grandchildren swim and have fun brought tremendous joy to Doug. He will be missed and loved forever. He was a hero to his boys, his daughter and grandchildren.
He is lovingly remembered by his children, Todd (Tammy), Tina (Rob), Douglas (Rosellen), Terry (Bobbi) and his grandchildren Cassie, Christopher, Tanner, Paris, Nathan and Ashton. Doug is also lovingly remembered by his brothers Joseph, Denis (Elizabeth) and his sisters Elizabeth and Gladys. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Sharon, son Ricky, and parents Bridget and Christopher Desaulniers.
A funeral mass was held at St. Patrick’s Church on Friday, September 3, with Fr. Amaechi officiating. Pallbearers were Jim Hogan and Robert Paquette, with grandchildren Cassie, Christopher, Tanner, Paris, Nathan and Ashton serving as honorary pallbearers.
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