1950-2021
It is with profound sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Jean-Pierre Bertrand, at home with his beloved wife Sheila, on January 6th, at age 70.
He leaves to mourn also his dear brother Gilles, sister-in-law Lise, and his much loved nephews Pierre-Sylvain (Bridgette, Katie, Hadley) and Mathieu (Jessica, Ethan, Camden), his God Daughter Ava, cousins, and many dear and cherished friends on both sides of the Atlantic.
Jean-Pierre had a fulfilling career with Air Canada, and greatly enjoyed many years of retirement. He loved his home, but also travelling, and visited many different countries,
getting along with people from all walks of life and cultures.
He was a very special man, with an ability to bring joy to children, smiles to the faces of the elderly, and loyal to many wonderful friends. His sense of humor, warmth and kindness will be remembered by so many. He touched the lives of numerous people, and will be so sadly missed, but memories of his smile, generosity, kindness and willingness to help others will always be remembered.
After a long and courageous battle with acute myeloid leukemia, may he now rest In peace, and be reunited with his much loved sister and parents.
Our gratitude and heartfelt thanks go to the wonderful nurses, doctors and entire Hematology/Oncology team at the Royal Victoria Hospital, and Cedars Cancer Centre. Our thanks and immense appreciation also go the dedicated palliative nurses of the CLSC Dorval/Lachine.
Due to the pandemic, a celebration of Jean-Pierre’s very special life will be held at a later date.
If desired, donations in his memory may be made to Cedars Cancer Centre, or the Leukemia & Lymphoma society of Canada – llscanada.org.
RÉSIDENCE FUNÉRAIRE J.J. CARDINAL FUNERAL HOME
560 ch. Bord du Lac, Dorval (Québec) H9S 2B3
Tél. : 514-631-1511 | Téléc. : 514-631-1516 | Courriel : info@jjcardinal.ca
31 Comments
Sheila … please accept my heartfelt condolences on JP’s passing. He is now out of pain and you can cherish the wonderful time you had together. He will be always in my heart, as will you. The Pest
Sheila. Extending you our deepest condolences. JP was a great man retaining a wonderful outlook while enduring his challenge. Your neighbours on 4th Ave
Sandra and Angelo
I am so sorry to hear the JP passed away….He seemed to have had a wonderful life, and lived it to it’s fullest.. but alas, taken away WAY too soon… my condolences Sheila and to your’s and his family
My deepest and sincere condolences to his family and friends, J.P was a delight to work with always upbeat and positive. To young and to soon to be called home.
Sheila,
C’est avec une grande tristesse que j’apprends le décès de Jean-Pierre. Triste et terrible nouvelle! Je garde de lui un excellent souvenir, un homme chaleureux, un vrai professionnel. Trop jeune pour nous quitter; mais libérer de ses souffrances. Mes pensées et prières l’accompagnent. Mes plus sincères condoléances.
Sheila,
C’est avec une grande tristesse que j’apprends le décès de Jean-Pierre. Triste et terrible nouvelle! Je garde de lui un excellent souvenir, un homme chaleureux, un vrai professionnel. Trop jeune pour nous quitter; mais libérer de ses souffrances. Mes pensées et prières l’accompagnent. Mes plus sincères condoléances.
I was so sad to read about Jean Pierre and his struggle with ML. I have so many wonderful memories of us flying together , his wonderful smile and joy of life. Sheila, I know how difficult it must be for you as a caregiver, I’ve been there. In the words of Mother Teresa “ It is not how much you do, but how much love you put in the doing.” Please know that so many of our Air .Canada family are sharing your grief. RIP Jean Pierre. You are fondly remembered.
Mes sincères condoléances à toi Sheila et â ta famille.c’était toujours une joie de travailler avec lui..Je suis attristée par son départ. Mes prières vous accompagnent durant ces moments difficiles. Qu’il repose en paix.
Jean Pierre was a remarkable man, a treasured friend to my family greatly loved by all of us, Godfather to my granddaughter Ava. He married my childhood friend Sheila in a wonderful wedding in FRAMLINGHAM Suffolk U.K. to the man of her dreams. We will miss him so much.
Dear Diana and Omer,
Thank you so much for your kind words during this difficult time.
Love to all. Sheila
Chère Sheila, je t’offre ma plus vive sympathie ainsi qu’à votre famille.Un collègue gentil ,drôle et très professionnel aimé de tous. Bon courage,mes pensées t’accompagne.
Chère Sheila ,je t’offre ma plus vive sympathie ainsi qu’à la famille.Jean-Pierre était gentil, drôle et très professionnel ,aimé de tous .Bon courage pour ce grand vide qu’il laisse. Mes pensées t’accompagne.
Sheila, je suis désolée d’apprendre le décès de Jean Pierre, je t’offre toutes mes condoléances. Je te souhaite bon courage à toi et les vôtres.
Quel homme spécial, plaisant à travailler avec lui, gentil comme tout.
Je t’envoie de belles pensées.
Louise Mastronardi
Sheila,je suis désolé d’apprendre le décès de jean pierre. Nous étions tous les deux du même cours et chaque fois que l’on se croisait c’était toujours plaisant.Je te souhaite bon courage
Dear Sheila, I am truly sorry for your loss and would like to offer you my deepest condolences. Silvia
My sincere sympathies dear Sheila and family.After fighting this terrible disease he is now at peace .Sending you great courage and compassion.Jean-Pierre was a great man and he will be remembered for his smile, enthusiasm and loving individual. Have a good flight.
Dear Sheila,
Expressing our sincere condolences on the passing of Jean-Pierre, your most loved life partner & friend. Too great a loss, a beautiful person, his transcending warm smile, genuine interest in others, selfless, a giving heart of kindness & love.
Is missed and always remembered. God Bless.
My most heartfelt condolences to you Sheila, and to your extended family.
I was fortunate enough to have worked with JP on a few occasions, and will remember him as a kind and generous person.
I was very sad to learn of Jean Pierre’s passing. My condolences to his family and friends. On the occasions that I worked with him, JP was always so professional and it showed that he really enjoyed what he was doing. Jean Pierre was indeed a credit to Air Canada – the perfect Ambassador.
Très Chère Sheila,
Gilbert se joint a moi pour t’offrir nos plus profondes sympathies. Jean Pierre était tellement agréable, en toutes circonstance. Il va sincèrement nous manquer. Bon courage a toi et la famille.
Dear Sheila,
My most sincere condolences to you, your family and friends. Jean Pierre will be missed by so many of us, he was such a Gentleman.
My thoughts are with you.
Michele
Dear Sheila, we offer your our deepest condolescences and to the rest of JP’s family and friends. It has been an honor to interact and to get to know him over the years. He will be greatly missed, but we will cherish the memories.
Dear Sheila,
Although Jean-Pierre has departed he will live on in my memory as a kind, generous man with a wonderful sense of humour. My deepest condolences to you.
Dear Sheila and family,
We are so sad about your great loss.
J P was such a happy, fun, generous, and loving person.
He will be so missed!
Chère Sheila, Mes plus sincères condoléances a toi et ta famille. La perte d’un être si cher est une très grande tristesse. Je n’ai que de bons souvenirs de Jean-Pierre.
Mes sympathies les plus sincères Shiela, ainsi qu’a ta famille.
Sheila,
I am deeply saddened to hear of Jean-Pierre’s passing. I so enjoyed is company, he always had a special
sense of humour. My deepest condolences to you and your family…..
Jacques
What a gentleman . You were such a joy to work with. Will never forget that smile.
My heart is broken for Sheila and your family . May you rest in peace .
Dear Sheila,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your J.P. and our Amanda, how tragic! Let us stay in touch having watched our loved ones battle ALM leukemia these last two years. With so much to share and understand – Hugs, Maciejka and Gunter
Sheila
Someone as special as Jean’Pierre will be greatly missed.we will always cherish the beautiful memories for his warmth, kindness and gentle spirit and be remembered forever .we pray that in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful happy times to give you strength in the weeks ahead .all our love
Sheila
Someone as special as Jean’Pierre will be greatly missed.we will always cherish the beautiful memories for his warmth, kindness and gentle spirit and be remembered forever .we pray that in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful happy times to give you strength in the weeks ahead .all our love
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