Retired Paramedic Deputy Chief of Prescott Russell, Former Vankleek Hill Volunteer Firefighter, 4th Degree of Knights of Columbus
It is with heavy hearts that we announce on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 Gilles Lacroix of Vankleek Hill passed away at the age of 65. Predeceased by his parents Laurent and Claire Lacroix (nee Boyer). Loving husband and best friend of Marie-Claire (nee Lacombe). Proud and dearly loved father of Lovanie McIntosh (Todd) and Marie-Joëlle Côté (Patrick). Special and fun-loving grandfather of Emma McIntosh and Makius Côté. Dear brother of Diane (Michel Laberge) and Michel Lacroix (Mary). Predeceased by his sister Lise (the late Robert Lacombe) and his brother Claude Lacroix (Manon). He will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews. Fondly remembered by his colleagues and many friends. A Private Family Service will be held at Hillcrest Funeral Home, Vankleek Hill. In memory of Gilles a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Canada would be appreciated. To express your condolences or make a donation for Gilles, please visit www.hillcrestfuneralhome.ca. A Tree of Remembrance for Gilles will be planted in the McAlpine Forever Forest, Vankleek Hill. Funeral arrangements in care of Hillcrest Funeral Home Ltd., 151 Bond Street, Vankleek Hill, ON K0B 1R0 (613) 678-2002.
