Obituary of Gaston Petit
Gaston Petit
January 21, 1954-October 4, 2023
It is with great sadness, we announce the sudden and peaceful passing of Gaston Petit on October 4, 2023, at Royal Rose Place in Welland at the age of 69.
Beloved son of Fernand (Ernestine) Petit and predeceased by Gaston’s loving mother Emilienne Petit (November 9, 2019). Cherished sisters; Ginette Petit, Carolle Petit (Dr. Sandra Nuttall), Lise (Paul) Walker, Elaine (Rob) Coppens and dear brother of Normand (Linda) Petit.
He will be missed by all his nephews Aaron Shirley, Dan Shirley, Paul Larivière, Matthew (Alexandria) Coppens and his niece Michelle Coppens.
Fondly remembered by his grand nieces Samantha Shirley and Megan Shirley and his grand nephew Brayden Shirley.
Gaston was born in Welland on January 21, 1954. He was the second born of 6 siblings.
Gaston had the opportunity to travel across the country and loved BC. Gaston really enjoyed arts and crafts especially painting. He had numerous hobbies which included collecting watches and electronics and he would repair or create new from old, listening to music, reading, watching movies. He especially enjoyed riding around town on his scooter and meeting people. He was always pleasant, in good humour, a kind and gentle soul that liked helping people.
Special thanks to Royal Rose Place staff for providing expert, loving and compassionate care to Gaston during the past several years.
The family will receive family and friends at the WELLAND FUNERAL HOME, CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 827 East Main Street, Welland on Saturday November 4, 2023, from 9:00 am until service time in the chapel at 10:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. If desired, donations to the Welland County General Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
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C’est avec tristesse que nous annonçons la mort subite mais paisible de Gaston Petit à 69 ans, le 4 octobre 2023 à Royal Rose Place à Welland. Fils bien-aimé de Fernand (Ernestine) Petit et de feue Émilienne Petit (le 9 novembre 2019). Frère chéri de Ginette Petit, Carolle Petit (Dr. Sandra Nuttall), Lise (Paul) Walker, Elaine (Rob) Coppens et Normand (Linda) Petit. Ses neveux Aaron Shirley, Dan Shirley, Paul Larivière, Matthew (Alexandria) Coppens, sa nièce Michelle Coppens, ses petites nièces Samantha Shirley et Megan Shirley, ainsi que son petit neveu Brayden Shirley se souviendront de leur oncle Gaston avec tendresse.
Gaston est né à Welland le 21 janvier, 1954. Il était le deuxième de 6 enfants. Gaston eut l’occasion de voyager le Canada et aima la Colombie Britannique. Il aima beaucoup faire des arts et de l’artisanat, surtout la peinture. Gaston avait plusieurs passe-temps tels la collection de montres et d’appareils électroniques qu’il réparait ou confectionnait en objets neufs. Il aimait écouter de la musique, lire et visionner des films. Il adorait de se promener en scooter et rencontrer les gens. Gaston était une personne plaisante qui s’offrait d’aider les autres.
Sincères remerciements au personnel de Royal Rose Place pour les très bons soins envers Gaston pendant ces dernières années.
La famille accueillera parents et amis au WELLAND FUNERAL HOME, CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE, 827 rue East Main, Welland le samedi 4 novembre de 9h à 10h30. Le service aura lieu dans la chapelle à 10h30. L’enterrement suivra au cimetière Holy Cross. Des dons à Welland County General Hospital seraient appréciés par la famille.
