It is with profound sadness that we announce that Maurice B. LeBlanc, 74, of Dieppe, passed away peacefully at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont UHC on Wednesday July 21, 2021 after a brief illness. Maurice was born in Moncton to Albert and Clarinda of Dieppe.
He is survived by the love of his life for 44 years, Monique née Richard; two sons: Justin (Melissa) of Cocagne, and Gregoire (Carrie) of Montréal; a sister Janice (Raymond), a brother Sylvio (Anne Marie), sisters-in-law: Carmen, Gibby (Paul), and Gin (Jack), brother-in-law Clermont (Annette), as well as many nieces and nephews.
Maurice was educated at local schools and the Université de Moncton. He had a highly successful career with Chrysler Canada occupying a series of Senior Executive positions in Montreal, Toronto, and Windsor before retiring back home to Dieppe.
Maurice had an uncanny ability to make friends quickly with anyone wherever he went. He had an easy smile, a friendly demeanour, a quick wit, and an extremely generous heart. His love of life and his ability to live for the moment were infectious. He had friends everywhere and he never had a bad word to say about anyone. He drew people to his circle of friends like a powerful magnet.
He was always present when family and friends asked for his help. He gave without asking for anything in return, always knowing how to give, rarely how to ask.
He was the centre of every party and the hub that kept friends connected to one another. He was Facebook before Facebook was invented. He was always the go-to guy whenever friends wanted to organize golf trips or get-togethers to celebrate anniversaries. He earned the title "Chairman of the Board For Life" because of his superior organizing skills. He left nothing to chance when planning get togethers.
He played golf with passion, always at the ready with an explanation whenever his or anyone else's shot did not go in the intended direction. He always had the latest golf equipment, fashion in golf shirts, shoes, hats, and bags. He took it upon himself to identify the best local golf club and he would negotiate the best deal for the year. Several friends would invariably follow his lead and join the club that he had selected. He was tolerant of most things and of everyone but not when one was critical of his Montreal Canadiens.
Maurice’s lionheart was truly unique and he will never be replaced. His passing leaves a void in the lives and hearts of many.
The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (858-1900) on Saturday July 24 from 2 to 4 pm followed by a sharing of memories. Due to the pandemic, face coverings are required and a maximum participation of 100 people at a time with social distancing regulations are in effect. In memory of Maurice, a contribution to the CHU Dumont Foundation (palliative care) would be appreciated.
Words of comfort and donations may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com
C’est avec un profond chagrin que nous annonçons que Maurice B. LeBlanc, de Dieppe, est décédé paisiblement à l’âge de 74 ans suite à une courte maladie le mercredi 21 juillet 2021 au CHU Dr-Georges-L.-Dumont. Né à Moncton, Maurice était le fils d’Albert et Clarinda de Dieppe.