RODRIQUE, David
1945 - 2021
It is with great sadness the family announces that beloved David Andrew Edward Rodrique was called to his eternal home on Sunday, May 10, 2021 to be with God at the age of 75 years old. He died of Melanoma cancer. Predeceased by his mother Maggie Sutherland and father Joseph Rodrique, his brothers Jimmy, Johnny and Freddie and his son John Larry Rodrique. Survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Madeline (nee Spence). Lovingly remembered by his children Paul (Linda), Margaret (Gilbert), Rose (David), Jerry (Bertha), Vanessa (Tony), Ursula and grandchildren Rutanya, April (Leo), Daniel-Danny Boy, Kevin, Brandon (Jenna), Kelsie, Angel, John, Timothy, Lyla, Gavin and Jacob. Great grandchildren Lucas, Sean and Denzel. He will be missed by his cousins and especially Elizabeth Simard who was like a sister to him as she called him “Geemitch” (little brother). His brothers in-law, Alex, John-Paul, Gabriel-Gabby, Greg and sisters in-law Kathy, Helen and Paula. Many dear nieces and nephews. David was born in Hearst, Ontario. In his early life he grew up at Mileage 19 & 22 situated outside Kapuskasing, Ontario. He was raised by his grandparents after his mother passed when he was at the tender age of 7 years old. After attending St. Anne Residential school, he later worked on the railroad at Smokey Falls. In the early 70’s after attending Conestoga College in Kitchener-Waterloo and graduating from the Chef Program (known today as Culinary Arts), he worked as Cook/Chef at St. Anne School in Fort Albany and later at Fort Albany General Hospital. His working career also took him across northern Ontario as a prospector and tree planting foreman for a few years. Beyond retirement, his meals and his cooking during the holidays and events were admired and appreciated by his family and friends, which his life revolved around. He loved his family so much and his family loved him. Dad will be remembered for his kindness, patience, compassion and love for everyone he knew. There are so many beautiful memories to be cherished in our hearts. The family extends Special thanks and acknowledgement to the compassionate team of doctors, Family Physician Dr. Patrick Critchley, and the staff of Misiway Community Health Centre, Dr. Lacey Pitre, Oncologist, Health Sciences North, Dr. Santosh Pudupakkam, Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Abu Shama, Cardiologist, Dr. David Want, Oncologist, Dr. David Ewing Bui, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Tenille Sweet, RN Care Coordinator, Natalie, Dietician, Sonja, Rob, Physiotherapist, Home and Community Health Care Services North East, Amy, RN, Bayshore Home Care, Megan, Marybeth, Pauline, Tele home care services, Monsignor/Father Pat Lefleur, St. Anthony of Padua Cathedral, Medi-gas Timmins, Moose Cree First Nation, Wabun Tribal Council, professional and compassionate ER Nurses and Doctors, and Oncology department and the Paramedics at Timmins District Hospital, courteous front desk staff at Travelway Inn Sudbury. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, private visitation followed by a private funeral service will be held. The funeral arrangements have been entrusted with the Miron-Wilson Funeral Home, Cremation and Reception Centre, 150 Balsam St. S, Timmins, ON. To make online condolences, please visit www.mironwilson.com