Norbert GIGNAC

GIGNAC (PP), Reverend N.J. - Passed peacefully, wrapped in God's love, at the Houses of Providence in Toronto on Friday August 31, 2007, at the age of 87. Fr. Norbert was the son of the late Louis Gignac and Ephygenie Doucette of Penetanguishene, and was one of 16 siblings. He is survived by his beloved sister, Sister Mary Zelie (Helen) CSJ. Father is predeceased by 14 of his brothers and sisters. He will be deeply missed by his sisters-in-law Marie Gignac and Lillian Gignac and his many nieces and nephews. Father Gignac was an active priest in the Archdiocese of Toronto for 62 years. Upon his Ordination on May 26th, 1945, Father began his life long love of people and parishes. He served as Pastor at St. Patrick's, Markham and St. Mary's, Victoria Harbour. As founding Pastor of Saint Mary of the People in Oshawa (1957) and Saint Joseph the Worker in Oshawa (1985) Father is lovingly remembered by so many lives that he touched in his work for the Lord. The family would like to thank the staff at the Houses of Providence Health Care, the Archdiocese of Toronto and Anita for the compassionate care they gave him. Resting at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 1100 Mary Street North, Oshawa, Ontario on Monday September 3, from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. Joseph the Worker Parish on Tuesday morning at 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Donations in Father's memory can be made to the Rev. N. J. Gignac Bursary Fund, St. Augustine's Seminary, or to Share Life. Arrangements entrusted to the Paul O'Connor Funeral Home. 10809812