Obituary of Paul Alexander Joseph Grimard

Paul Alexander Joseph Grimard was born in Prince Albert on April 7th, 1953 to Hector and Grace Grimard. He grew up and spent most of his life in the Debden area. He was the proud father of two lovely daughters: Kimberley and the late Brittany. Kimberley was his pride and joy. He was proud of his daughter for achieving her course in "Civil Engineering". His partner Lillian McAdam and her grandson, Toby, shared the latter part of his life with him. Paul's caring and helping personality touched many people. Mechanical work was a great interest of his. He owned his own small motor shop in Debden and repaired many power saws, lawn mowers, rotor-tillers, etc. He also enjoyed bush work. Having been employed by Karl Granberg in bush camps for many years, he co-worked with many people from this community. From a young age, Paul demonstrated an interest in farming. He loved to break up new land and was usually the guy that did that on his dad's farm. On off-seasons, he helped local farmers during the seeding and harvesting times. Paul had a green thumb for gardening and always planted a large garden of which he shared what it reaped. As a pastime, Paul loved hunting and fishing as well. Blueberry picking was always enjoyed every fall. He would pick pails and pails, then share some with his family members, neighbors and friends. It is to be noted that Paul could cook up a meal just as good as any woman, and that he baked many a cakes and pies. Paul passed away in a tragic drowning accident on August 8, 2012 at the age of 59 years. Paul will be sadly missed by all his family and numerous friends. He will be lovingly remembered by-His partner- Lillian McAdam and her grandson Toby,his daughter- Kimberley,his mother- Grace,his sisters- Alice (Ronald), Aline (Terry), Louise (Donald), Laurette (Don), Diane ( Ronald),his brothers- Victor, Leo and Leon and numerous other relatives. Paul was predeceased by-his daughter- Brittany,his father- Hector,his brothers- Luc and Rolland, his grandparents- Alphonse & Antoinette Grimard and James & Edith McNeilty, and other relatives. The Prayer Service was on Monday August 13 at 7:30p.m at St. Jean Baptiste Roman Catholic Church in Debden SK. With Lay Ministers-, Bob and Sandra Fontaine. The Mass of Christian Burial was on Tuesday, August 14 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Jean Baptiste Roman Catholic Church with Rev. Father Dong as officiant. The Crossbearer was Maurice Grimard. The Readers were Suzanne Grimard and Suzanne Lehoullier. The Sharing of Memories was done by Denise Dumais and the Soloist was Laurna Parent. The Organist was Monica Svendsen. The Honorary Pallbearers were "All of Paul's family and friends who shared in his life." The Pallbearers were Camille Dumais, Richard Dumais, Roland Svendsen, Bryan Gillies, Laurence Grimard and Duncan Fraser. Paul's final resting place is in Debden Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Debden Cemetery or the Canwood and District Handi-Bus Fund. Beau "Lac" Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.