It is with great sadness that the family of Charles Bachand announces his peaceful passing on Thursday, May 7, 2020 at the age of 82 years.
Charlie will be dearly missed by his daughters: Shelley (Kyle) Porter and Amanda Bachand; grandchildren: Rory Porter, Kirsten Porter, Kieran Porter, Ethan Batchelor and Baylee Batchelor; three brothers: Leo, Guy and Richard along with their families & numerous other nieces & nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Hildegard; his parents; one brother, Real as well as his grandson, Caelin Porter.
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, a Private Family Service will take place. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made in Charles’ name to Capital Care Norwood-Palliative Hospice, https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/capitalcare-foundation/
A very heartfelt thank you to Capital Care Norwood Hospice Staff who became family while caring for Charlie over the past 8 months.
We were able to fulfill Dad’s final wishes to have his body donated to the U of A Anatomical Gifts Program.
Guy n Cecile Lambert says
To Charlie n Hilda beautiful children and grandchildren, my sincere condolences and prayers.
Your parents were both very special to us.
They welcomed us with open arms and had many coffee times after morning mass with much laughter even tried to solve the worlds problem, talked lots about golfing with Charlie.
I will miss him a lot… a very special friend to many of us.
Hugs to you
Kaye Mac Donald and families. says
I feel like I lost a very dear friend- so sad. Such a wonderful and caring man. Shelley, Amanda and families please accept my heartfelt sympathy. He will be missed. ❤️ 😥 🙏
Cameron Porter says
Rest in Peace Papa Charlie, you will be missed by all your friends and family.
Tom, Amanda, & Tana Gojtan says
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Much love.
Hector & Grace Lefebvre says
Our sincerest condolences to the Bachand & extended family. We will pray for him and all of you for your loss. We know Charlie is in good hands and with his love Hilda. Charlie looked after everyone and everything and he will be missed. He did so much for so many and especially the Church. Coffee & Breakfasts will never be the same. Goodbye Charlie and may God Bless You on your journey.
Linda Weiss says
Heartfelt sympathy to the entire Bachand family. You will be missed! My husband Bob, who also passed away this year on Jan 11) often had coffee together at McDonalds and I often joined them. Charlie was a warm, kind, caring and extremely intelligent man and we valued his friendship, Now he and Hilda are together forever! Sincerely, Linda Weiss
Catherine Hawinkels says
my condolences. Charlie was always interesting to talk to
Herb and Charlotte Klein says
Herb and Charlotte Klein
Our condolences to Charlie and Hilde s families, specially Shelly and Amanda s.
We will dearly miss them in our community.
Will miss them at those many Sunday breakfast gatherings, golf games, events and all the friendly chatter.
God Bless them.
Gordon Marshall says
Thoughts and prayers go out to your families! So many wonderful memories through the years!
Cindy Ruiz (Schmidt) says
Our condolences and sincere sympathies to the Bachand Family in the passing of Charlie. We are saddened to hear of the loss of such a wonderful caring man! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May you hold close to hearts many wonderful memories of him. God Bless
The Schmidt Family
(Norm & Sylvia Schmidt)
(Chuy & Cindy Ruiz) and Family 💕🙏
Jim & Toni Maloney says
Our sincere sympathies Shelley, Amanda and families on the passing of your father / grandfather Charlie. His chains are gone, he’s been set free, Rest In Peace good friend.
Hilda & Charlie were so welcoming when we came to St Dominic’s from St Francis fifteen years ago. We will remember that and will keep you all in our prayers. God bless & keep you.
Jim & Toni Maloney
Ciss Kaup says
My condolences to the Bachand family. Charlie was a warm, kind man who always had a smile for everyone. He will be sadly missed.
Louise Ripley says
Amanda, Shelley and all family members,
My heart goes out to you on the loss of your beloved dad/granddad so soon after losing your mom. Both of them are so dearly remembered as kind, thoughtful, generous and joy-loving individuals. They will be missed by all of us who were fortunate to know them from the parish and to enjoy the friendship they offered to all. My prayers are with you!
Lorenz Hermary and Mary Jane Borg says
Lorenz Hermary and Mary Jane Borg.
Our condolences to Shelley, Amanda and their families and their extended families. It is especially difficult during this time of physical distancing but please know that we hold you close in our hearts.
I (Lorenz), remember vividly the first time I met Charlie. Hildegard was a very special and treasured aunt and one weekend she came back from Edmonton with this young fellow named Charlie and another young man. Apparently things were getting serious and it was time to bring him around to meet all of the relatives. As I remember it was particularly warm spring day and the adults spent the afternoon around the kitchen table drinking coffee, telling stories and getting to know each other. I mostly remember egg salad sandwiches, shortbread cookies and resenting this man who was taking up so much of my special aunt’s attention. As it happens, over the years it turned out that he was a very special fellow in his own right and I came to look forward to seeing him whenever the families got together.
We are so sorry for your loss and the loss we all feel. Take care and may we get together soon.
Fred McDougall says
My condolences and sympathy to Shelly, Amanda and families on the loss of their father and grandfather. I had the pleasure of working with Charlie in the Department of Forestry, Lands and Wildlife. He was exceptionally dedicated, hardworking and knowledgeable and he was also friendly and helpful. He was a consistent source of good advice and made major contributions to the development of policies in Public Land Management over many years.
His loss will be mourned by a host of co workers who will remember him fondly, and with great respect.
Daniel Laurin says
Shelley and Amanda, My sincere condolences and prayers are with you and your family. Your dad’s smile still shines in my memories so clear, and I can hear your mom’s laugh. Rest In Peace.
Put your hand on your heart. (Atticus)
Anna Podloski says
Condolences to your whole family -Shelley and Amanda. My heart goes out to you with the loss of your Dad .Your Dad and Mom were instrumental in our church community for as long as I remember.Coffees were many after morning masses. He will be missed greatly by many. God Bless you all . He always uplifted my spirits with his humor and coffee chats.
Pauline Peterson says
Our condolences Charlie will be missed it was great working with him. He will always be remembered.
Mona Podloski says
Shelly and Amanda, you have a great dad to be proud of. He will remain a pillar of the parishes family life. Never did he delay by giving if his time to come and sign a cheque which I greatly appreciated. He always shared his love about you guys and you families. I know the names of all in my heart because that is how he spoke of you. I loved when he came into the office with (Sophia) his oxygen tank. She was full of wisdom. Your dad and grandpa will always be remembered with joy. Your dad and mom have been in my prayers as well as your family, and I am sure Charlie is smiling with your mom, and Cailyn, beaming light of love right now for eachother and for you, their precious children and mom and dad.
Peace and all good things!
Roxanne Baier says
Shelley, Amanda and family, my deepest condolences on the loss of Charlie. So many wonderful memories of time spent at your house growing up. Sending thoughts and prayers for you all.
Toni and Hank Lopushinsky says
Shelley, Amanda and all your families. Our deepest condolences and sympathy in the passing of your father and children’s grandfather. I had the pleasure of working with your father since 1964 at that time Department of Lands and Forests. Later in years he became my boss until his retirement. I enjoyed working with him as he and also your mom were very special to me. He will always be remembered. May God Richly Bless you all.
Toni and Hank Lopushinsky
Angela and Tim Freedman says
Our condolences and sympathy to Charlie’s family on their loss. We both had the privilege and pleasure of working with Charlie in the Public Lands Division. Charlie was a dedicated, hardworking, and knowledgeable professional. He was friendly, helpful and always left a smile on your face. He always treated others with respect and encouraged them to be the best they could be no matter what their position.
RIP Charlie.
Adolph & Marilyn Poniewozik says
Our condolences to the family for the loss of your Father, Grand Father and
a Great Friend… It was a pleasure having him and his smiles when counting
money every third Monday.
May he rest in peace with his beloved Wife.
Our prayers to all the family.
Diane Conibear says
My condolences to Charlie’s family & friends. He was my mom’s cousin (Aline Bachand) and I worked with him on our family reunion meetings. Always cheerful, positive and contributed a lot. I didn’t know him well, but always felt welcomed when he was at a meeting. Time goes so fast, and I just happened to see his obituary online today, so again, my sympathy to all his family and friends.
Vivianrousseau says
My sympathies to the family. I got to know the Bachand family when I worked in the Land and Grazing department and would go for lunch at the Bachand’s in the 1960s. A very welcoming home.
Vivian Rousseau says
My sympathies to the family. I got to know the Bachand family when I worked in the Land and Grazing department and would go for lunch at the Bachand’s in the 1960s. A very welcoming home.
Doris Ungarian says
Dear Shelley & Amanda,
My thoughts are with you and your families. I loved my Uncle Charlie, He was always someone you could count on.
Doris Ungarian
Debbie Mullen says
Thoughts, prayers and hugs go out to Charlie’s family. It was a pleasure to have gotten to know you Charlie. Heaven gained another angel. From all of us at Century❤️❤️
Mary Samide says
My prayers go out to you and your family. It was wonderful to work with Charles through our company Sameng Inc. He was always so professional and helped us so much.