Rene Joseph Paquette Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Rene Joseph Paquette (Des Plaines, Illinois) is shared. Rene, born on January 10, 1948, passed away on August 4, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Rene will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Rene by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Rene is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Rene’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.

He is survived by: his wife Shirley Anne; his daughter Christine; his son-in-law Damon; his granddaughters, Crystal and Kaitlyn; and his grandson-in-law Danny. He is also survived by his extended family, friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Rene's memory to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute would be greatly appreciated.