Gerard Norman Bechard Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gerard Norman Bechard of Chatham, Ontario, who passed away on August 14, 2023. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alcide Bechard and Gertrude Bechard; his sister Cecile Bechard; and his brothers-in-law, Carl Johnston (Norma) and Marvin Johnston (Marilyn).

He is survived by: his spouse Shirley Ann Bechard; his sons, Gerard Bechard and Robert Bechard; his grandchildren, Justin Bechard (Lisa), Danielle Clayburn (Nick) and Skye Teather; his great grandchildren, Haidyn and Olivia; his siblings, Yvonne O'Neill (Dan), Roland Bechard (Carol) and Joanne Bechard-Bennett; his siblings-in-law, Inez Lucier (late Gerald) and Wayne Johnston; and his pet Milo. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends.

Donations made in memory of Jerry to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.