Obituary - Marcel Gendre
Marcel Gendre
1956 - 2020
With heavy hearts the family of Marcel Leon Gendre, beloved husband of Patty Gendre and Dad to Jesse, announce his unexpected passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at the age of 64 years. Marcel was born in Stettler, Alberta on May 6, 1956 and was raised on the family farm south of Erskine. He attended grade school in Erskine and graduated high school in Stettler. Marcel furthered his education at NAIT where he received his Chemical Technology Diploma and later achieved a 2nd Class Power Engineer ticket. On July 15, 1978, Marcel married Patty Ogle in Stettler and their marriage was blessed with a son, Jesse. Those who knew Marcel know that he was a kind, thoughtful and caring person. He had a strong positive attitude and always looked at things as they could be... not as they were. He loved to ride his motorcycle on the wide open roads and always looked forward to summer rides with his cousins. Marcel found much comfort in relaxing in his hot tub before retiring for the night. He had strong faith in the Lord and this was the time where he could reflect and talk to the Lord. He always said his greatest gifts in life was knowing his Lord and his little family. Marcel was always happiest when he was with his wife and son. He had a zest for life and always kept active whether he was skiing, swimming, playing baseball, racquetball, ping pong or driving his 98 Honda Accord that he put over 1 million km’s on! He loved the outdoors going for rides and loved to sit around bonfires and visit with his pals. He had a great memory and could recall historical dates, family history and he never forgot birthdays! Marcel was truly a unique individual who will be missed dearly. He is survived by his loving wife, Patty and his son, Jesse; his father, Leon Gendre; siblings, Lucille (Rick), Lillianne (Eugene), Bernadette (Don), Yvonne, Louis and Henri (Lisa). He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Verna Ogle; sisters-in-law, Bev (Lyle), Judy (Mark), Alice (Jim); brothers-in-law, Jimmy (Kim), Dave (Wanda), Everett (Sherry) and numerous nieces and nephews. Marcel was predeceased by his mother, Rosemarie Gendre; father-in-law, Roy Ogle and brother-in-law, Dwayne Raddis. Due to Covid gathering restrictions, the Celebration of Marcel’s life will be private. The service will be live-streamed on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, beginning at 2:00 p.m. (MST). To support the family and experience the service, please visit www.cooksouthland.com and click the View Broadcast Button on the homepage at service time. Memorial donations in Marcel’s name may be made directly to the Medicine at & District Food Bank, 532 South Railway Street, SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 2V6.
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Debbie Linfoot-McLeod:
Dec 24, 2020 at 01:28 PM
Our heartfelt condolences to you, Patty and Jesse on Marcel's sudden passing. Marcel's smile and outgoing personality will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely
Ron & Debbie (Linfoot) McLeod
Palmer Family:
Dec 24, 2020 at 02:37 PM
Patty and Jesse;
Our thoughts are with you both and your extended Ogle and Gendre family, in the passing of Marcel. Our condolences to all.
Ted & Wallie Ganden:
Dec 24, 2020 at 03:05 PM
Our heartfelt condolences to you, Patty and Jesse. We will always remember meeting you in Albuquerque and the nice time we had together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ted and Wallie Ganden
Betty Kaufman:
Dec 24, 2020 at 05:27 PM
Sincere sympathy in your loss of Marcel.
Norman and Pat Wittevrongel:
Dec 24, 2020 at 07:12 PM
Our deepest sympathies to you Patty.
Roger Needrum:
Dec 25, 2020 at 05:42 PM
My sympathies and heartfelt condolences to you, Patty and Jesse. Marcel was a good man and thoughtful friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barry and Gwen Gustafson:
Dec 26, 2020 at 10:19 AM
Patty and Jesse
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Marcel's sudden passing. We have many great memories of times spent with both of you. Our deepest condolences.
Rick and Donna Rinker:
Dec 26, 2020 at 10:49 AM
Dear Patti and Jesse, We were saddened and shocked to have read of Marcel's unexpected passing. We were blessed to have known Marcel and he was always upbeat and willing to go the extra mile for people. Thinking of you Patti as you navigate through this difficult time. May the comfort of knowing he is with his God bring you comfort. We are thinking of you....
Kevin and Denise Keenan:
Dec 26, 2020 at 12:01 PM
We are so sorry to hear of Marcels sudden passing. Our deepest sympathies Patty and Jesse.
We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
John & Cheryl Peleskey:
Dec 26, 2020 at 12:28 PM
Patti, Jesse & families
Our deepest condolences for your loss,our thoughts and prayers
are with you, thinking of you at this difficult time.
Carol Peters:
Dec 26, 2020 at 01:08 PM
With a heavy heart I send my condolences to Patty and Jesse. Please know we all are thinking of you both at this difficult time. ❤️
dave Kenneth Andreas:
Dec 26, 2020 at 03:14 PM
our deepest condolences Patty and Jesse and family . Marcel was always a pleasure to be around and an inspiration when he spoke. His positive demeanor put him a class by himself. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Garth and Gaye Russill:
Dec 26, 2020 at 04:59 PM
Patty and Jesse, we are so sorry and sad to hear of Marcel sudden passing. Marcel was such a fun, upbeat, positive person, his smile was infectious. Our hearts ache for you, we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Carole Wensley:
Dec 26, 2020 at 06:15 PM
We are deeply saddened by Marcel's sudden passing. I have nothing but great, fun, hilarious memories of times spent with Marcel spanning back nearly 45 years. I will truly miss his Birthday calls to me every year...and all the laughs we had over this lifetime.
To Patty and Jesse, we are thinking about you during this time of great loss.
Love Mike and Carole Wensley
Kevin and Patty Henderson:
Dec 26, 2020 at 06:18 PM
Our sincerest condolences Patty and Jesse on the passing of Marcel. We will always remember his positive outlook, happy smile and forever remember him on our birthdays.
Ray and Cathy Marco:
Dec 26, 2020 at 06:37 PM
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We enjoyed our casual friendship with Marcel who was always so positive and friendly. It was a shock to hear of his unexpected passing.
Kevin & Brenda Harden:
Dec 27, 2020 at 12:30 PM
Patty & Jesse, our condolences, We always enjoyed his company, we will miss him
Gloria Flaherty:
Dec 27, 2020 at 12:55 PM
I’m so sorry to hear of Marcel's passing. I know exactly how you feel. Covid makes it even harder.
Ron and Donna Steier:
Dec 27, 2020 at 02:54 PM
We would like to extend our condolences to Patty, Jesse and all the families on Marcel's sudden passing. Many great memories of carpooling and work. A good workmate and friend.
Richard & Blanka Kastning Family:
Dec 27, 2020 at 09:55 PM
Patty and Jesse, shocked and deeply sadden to hear of Marcel's sudden passing. He was a kind, gentle man who always made time for others and a quick chat. Our heartfelt condolences. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers 🙏 ❤
Sylvia Jones:
Dec 28, 2020 at 12:23 AM
Patty and Jesse, My sincere condolences on the sudden passing of Marcel. My husband, Alan, often spoke of Marcel and enjoyed the days they were workmates at AGCL.
Terri:
Dec 28, 2020 at 01:40 PM
My Sympathy and heartfelt condolences to you Patty & Jesse. I am also very saddened by Marcel's passing. He was always happy and a great friend and never missed my birthday, whether it was a text or him delivering a cake to my door. RIP Marcel. You will be dearly missed.
Brian Ropitini:
Dec 28, 2020 at 10:52 PM
My deepest condolences to Patty and Jesse. I was saddened to hear of Marcels sudden passing and was glad to have had the opportunity to speak with him just a couple of days before. I will miss the birthday calls each year and the general catch ups and his friendship. I am grateful that you were able to come and visit us in New Zealand a few years back. With love from Brian and Julia Ropitini
Chris Hill:
Dec 28, 2020 at 10:59 PM
Our thougths and prayers go out to Marcels family and friends. Lee and I had the privilage of knowing Marcel while in Medicine Hat and he was an amazing guy whom we really enjoyed spending time with. Marcel, Patty and Jesse sat with us at a wedding in Mexico, and we had a awesome night. He was great company and it was great he got to spend time in New Zealand as well.
I too will miss the birthday calls and messages from Marcel.
Sincerely,
Chris & Lee Hill (New Zealand)
Marie Hebert:
Dec 29, 2020 at 01:14 PM
Our most heartfelt sympathy. Our prayers contain many thoughts for you, Patti and Jesse. We appreciate all of the times you visited Louis. He considered Marcel a friend as well as a nephew. He cares about you and is thinking of you as well. We send love to you both as well as all of the family. Cousin Marie and family and Louis.
Lorne, Helga, Marquel and Celine:
Dec 29, 2020 at 03:41 PM
Patty and Jesse, our very deepest condolences on the passing of Marcel. Will always remember him for being a deep thinker on life and how he and others can make their families lives better.
Breanna & Tom Albrecht (Dorn):
Dec 29, 2020 at 04:16 PM
Sending love and condolences to Patty and Jess. Marcel will be missed greatly. We are so sorry to hear of his sudden passing. I will never forget how he always remembered mom and dad's birthdays and anniversary - such an incredible person. Memories with Marcel, Patty and Jesse include hot vacations down south with our parents. Marcel always had so much energy and he was so friendly. I bet Marcel will be watching from heaven, still sending his birthday wishes to family and friends. ❤️ Such a tragic loss.
Susan Witt:
Dec 29, 2020 at 05:17 PM
So very saddened to read of Marcel's passing.
My deepest condolences to both Patty & Jesse!
Nancy& Ed McIvor:
Dec 29, 2020 at 06:09 PM
Patty and Jesse,No words can express what we are feeling.!Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers,.....sending the deepest heartfelt condolances cousin💗
Arnee:
Dec 29, 2020 at 09:51 PM
Gonna miss reminiscing and laughing about times in Hinton!!!
Bruce & Ardena Bigelow:
Dec 30, 2020 at 12:17 AM
We were deeply saddened by Marcel’s Passing. Our hearts and Prayers are with you and Jessie. We do know that Marcel loved the Lord and this comforts us, knowing he is in a better place. We will really miss our good friend. I believe he will have a new goal, to meet everyone in Heaven.
Marc
Scott Payne:
Dec 30, 2020 at 12:37 AM
Condolences to Patty and Jesse.
Marcel had a great smile showed how he enjoyed life and treated me with kindness. His love for his family was apparent.
May God Bless you and all of your family and friends until you reunite with Marcel
Tracey Seitz:
Dec 30, 2020 at 02:22 AM
I am so sorry for your loss Patty and Jes! I remember all of the love and support going through the changes of schools with our sons. A family is a support team and now you have lost one. I feel so much for your loss! I just want to reach out to you and hold you to support you. I am so sorry!! Mason, Kelly, and Tracey Seitz
Brenda Kobley:
Dec 30, 2020 at 03:04 PM
Patty I am so sorry to hear about Marcel’s passing. He will be sadly missed by you and Jesse. I will always remember Marcel with his upbeat attitude and smile on his face.
Gary Scahill:
Dec 30, 2020 at 03:39 PM
I am deeply saddened to hear of Marcel's sudden passing and deepest condolences to the family. It is comforting to know Marcel was a man of faith and I have happy memories discussing the topic during our time working together. He could play a mean game of Racquetball as well ! RIP Marcel
Rotariu Family:
Dec 30, 2020 at 04:23 PM
What a perfect neighbour, person and friend.
I will miss our Campfires and conversations.
No words can adequately express our feelings for your loss.
Rotariu Family. ( Al ).
Theo Hawrysh:
Dec 30, 2020 at 04:48 PM
Our most sincere thoughts & prayers go to the family and close friends of Marcel,, Marcel was a very wonderful person, so soon to leave us, he will be remembered ..
Hawrysh family
Pastor Art and Rachel Hildebrand:
Dec 30, 2020 at 04:50 PM
From Pastor Art: We are so shocked at the loss of Marcel. We have so many memories of you guys from when I was your pastor at Heights Baptist. You were such good friends to us. Once you are ready, we would love it if you would connect with us via our email. We have been praying for you and we will continue. We feel so very sad for you. Pastor Art and Rachel
Sandy Buchamer:
Dec 30, 2020 at 11:33 PM
My sincerest condolences to you Patty and Jesse.
Darcy Barnes:
Dec 31, 2020 at 03:20 PM
Patti and Jesse....I was shocked and saddened to hear of Marcel passing...I always looked up to him over the years. Lots of fond memories of spending time with you and Marcel..Was a special man who will be truly missed by all of us who knew him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Darcy & Pat Barnes
Sherrie and John Gutfreund:
Jan 03, 2021 at 02:08 PM
We are sending our prayers and best wishes to your family at this time of great sorrow. I worked with Marcel for many years and came to think of him as a good friend. Always with a smile and insight, we had many conversations about many general things, a very easy conversationalist. He will be missed.
Ross & Lee Ogle:
Jan 15, 2021 at 11:42 PM
Dear Patty & Jesse sending our condolences & deepest sympathy on Marcels sudden passing. We have so many happy memories of travelling with you in Canada & New Zealand & Marcels birthday greetings. Thinking of you with love from NZ.
Ross & Lee Ogle.