Obituary of Louis Jean Laurent Deschamps

DESCHAMPS , Louis He died peacefully surrounded by his family spending his last days in a true celebration of his life. It is with heavy hearts that we express the passing of our beloved Louis on December 30, 2014 at the age of 82 years. Devoted husband and life companion to Arleen (nee Zverina ) for almost 60 years. Loving father of Kim Dunlop (Dave), Kathy Bortolin (Dan), Karen McMahan (Bob), Kelly Oliver (Mark), and Krista Clarke (George). Cherished and proud grandpa to C.J., Alex, and Leah Dunlop, Nathan and Aron Bortolin, Bob and James McMahan, and Morgan and Kurtis Oliver. Predeceased by parents Alcide and Rose Deschamps (nee Rivest). Dear brother of Raymond (late wife Mary). Predeceased by sibblings Alphonse (Ethel), Albert (Rose), Hector (Gladys), Imelda Vigneux (Eddie), Marcel (Marion), Sam (Lucille), Leo, Gertrude (Elmer), Pete (survived by wife Rita), Rosaire (survived by wife Florence), Marguerite Johnson (Lloyd), and Bernard. Dear son in-law to the late Tony and Laura Zverina (nee Laforet). Brother in-law to Bernice Huha (late Vince), Doreen Parent ( late Paul), the late Roger Zverina (Lorraine Ribble), late Don Zverina and Len Zverina. Dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. Louis's main focus was first and foremost his love for his wife, his 5 girls and family. He was a true athlete throughout his life and incorporated his love of sports by his leadership in various sport activities. He was one of the founders of Riverside Minor Baseball Association (both boys and girls). A dedicated coach for all ages for 25 years. He was treasurer of W.E.C.S.S.O. as an original founder and member from 1988 taking part in baseball into his 70th birthday. He was very involved in Parish activities and spent his entire life in community service. In his free time he was an avid builder and flyer of remote control model airplanes. He retired from Chrysler Canada after 35 years of service. Special thanks to CCAC especially Cheryl and Linda and also Home Instead CAREGiver Garrett. Visitation at WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME (Banwell Chapel) 519-253-7234 11677 Tecumseh Rd.E. on Friday, January 2, 2015 from 2-5 & 7-9 p.m. Parish prayers at 7:30 p.m. Friends are welcome to gather at St. Anne's Church (12233 Tecumseh Rd. E.) on Saturday, January 3, 2015 for visitation from 9:30am until 10:15 a.m. followed by Words of Remembrance until time of Funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. Procession to Heavenly Rest Cemetery for Committal Prayers with cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com LOVE YOURSELF, ENJOY THE DAY, PAY IT FORWARD