Joseph Albert Paquette
May 11th, 2016
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It is with such great sadness to announce the passing of our beloved dad & Peprre Joe Paquette. Dad was such a special man with endless energy. He began his career at Fraser Mills at age 14 ½ . During his years on the job, Dad worked swing shifts all the while raising 4 daughters. Along with his family, he meticulously kept his hobby farm, large garden and lawn, as well as his cars and animals in the best condition.
Many a Saturday night you could hear dad calling a square dance, or mom and dad were on the dance floor somewhere or deep in a card game at one of their many friends. Sunday mornings up early, dressed in our best and off to church and often treated to lunch afterward.
Dad and mom belonged to several different parishes where they were actively involved in fund raising. Dad loved Country music and always trying to organize a jam session.
In 1985, dad and mom bought a ¾ acre lot in 100 Mile House, B.C. The Hills Guest Ranch nearby learned of dad’s skills and asked him to take charge of their Wednesday and Saturday evening hayride. Over the next 14 ½ years dad figured he gave some 32,000 happy clients a ride to remember either by wagon in the summer or sled in the winter.
When it came to ice fishing, the rum flowed better than the Kokanee fish, but it never stopped dad and mom and their gang from having lots of fun.
2008 brought dad back to the Valley and before long he moved back into Pioneer Park. Once he volunteered for lawn duty at the park where every blade of grass stood in perfect order.
Dad was extremely social with so many friends and family. There was always a lunch, dinner or visit with someone.
So now we day goodbye dad, from your daughters and families. Happy Trails!
You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence for the family.
Messages:
Dear Marilyn, Jeannette & Linda, Sorry to hear about your Dad. We always remember the good times we had with you all out at the farm. The sleigh rides in the snow around Christmas and all the good food your Mum always prepared! Your Mum & Dad were truly good people and we think of them and the good old days often! We are in the process of moving to Abbotsford to be nearer our daughter, Diane. Also Hank is not doing too well these days We regret that we will not be able to make it. Our prayers go out to you all and all your families. Much Love Hank & Pat
Joe was a kind gentle soul, who will be sadly missed by all who knew him. It was our honour to call him our friend. RIP Joe.
Marilyn & Family I know your hearts are breaking right now from the loss of such a great man so dear to you all but you haven't really lost him..He lives on in each and every one of you every day. He has left nothing but fond memories for you all to cherish forever!..Hold on to that now to get you through this difficult time. Hugs Shirley & Jim Wheeler
May you sleep with the Angels.
It is truly a shame that we have to lose special people such as Joe who has contributed so much to family friends and the community at large.
Marilyn, Jeannette & Linda, our deepest condolences to you all. Your dad will be dearly missed, he was always one of my favorite uncles and I feel blessed to have had him in my life. Sorry we will not be there, but we hold you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all Janice
Our condolences to your family. We loved both of your parents so dearly. Joe was, and still is, one of the best men we have ever met. Good, kind, honest and caring. It was our good fortune to call him both friend and neighbor. They don't make them like him anymore.
Miss you so much Joe Andre and Linda (#200)