Edward Desmarais (Eddy/Bobo) passed away suddenly on August 31st, 2025 at the age of 84. He was up in the country where he was the happiest.
Born August 19th, 1941 Edward was the first-born son to Edward Thomas Desmarais & Mary Bridget Grace (Delia).
He was happily married to the love of his life for 59 years, Claire Cannon, who passed 3 years ago.
He answered to many names: to Claire, he was Eddy. To Edward & Lisa, he was daddy. To Sue, he was Dad. To Dave, he was Ed. To Sammy & Bradley, he was Poppa. To Spencer & Sophie, he was great grand pappa. To Farrah, Melia, Zac, Maci & Malcom, he was Granpa. To Laurie, Knox, Jamie & Indiana, he was Grandpa Ed. To his siblings, William (Peanut) & Lynda (predeceased), Evelyn & Wayne, Linda & Charles (predeceased), Philip (predeceased), Johnny & Patricia, Starlane & Guy, Tammy & Jay, Frank (Jodie) & Katia... he was Bobo. And to numerous nieces & nephews, he was Uncle Eddy, Uncle Bobo & mon uncle. To Maxime, Vanessa & Johnathan, he thought of you as his grandchildren.
Eddy/Bobo was a family man who worked long hours to provide his family with a comfortable life. A generous man who was always ready to lend a hand to anyone in need. A social butterfly who ran into friends everywhere he went or he would just make new ones along the way.
A Celebration of life will be held on November 09th from 1pm to 6pm at The Legion (Branch 108) in Chateauguay.
Edward Desmarais
1941-2025
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The Legion (Branch 108)
39 Rue Gilmour, Chateauguay, J6J 1K5
39 Rue Gilmour, Chateauguay, J6J 1K5
Sunday, 9 November 2025
13:00-18:00
Condolences to the family
Rest in Peace, BoB0. We really appreciate the way that you treated our Father and Family.
I had the privilege of working for Eddie as a caregiver for his late wife, Claire, and over the years, Eddie became so much more than a client to me — he became like a father. He loved me like a daughter, and I’ll never forget how he would proudly introduce me to all the clerks at the grocery store as his daughter. It always made me smile. I’ll forever cherish our long, deep conversations about life, as well as our moments of laughter and pure silliness. Eddie was always the first to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. He spoiled me and the girls every time we were around him, and he taught me so much — from building things to lessons about kindness, patience, and hard work. Eddie was so talented — always creating something beautiful. He painted, built furniture, fixed cars, made his famous wooden woodpeckers, and cooked some of the best meals I’ve ever had. His hamburger steaks, fish and chips, and macaroni and beef were true favorites. I will forever hold my memories with Eddie close to my heart and will always be grateful for everything he’s done for me. Rest easy, my dear friend. You’ll always have a special place in my heart
I had the privilege of working for Eddie as a caregiver for his late wife, Claire, and over the years, Eddie became so much more than a client to me — he became like a father. He loved me like a daughter, and I’ll never forget how he would proudly introduce me to all the clerks at the grocery store as his daughter. It always made me smile. I’ll forever cherish our long, deep conversations about life, as well as our moments of laughter and pure silliness. Eddie was always the first to lend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. He spoiled me and the girls every time we were around him, and he taught me so much — from building things to lessons about kindness, patience, and hard work. Eddie was so talented — always creating something beautiful. He painted, built furniture, fixed cars, made his famous wooden woodpeckers, and cooked some of the best meals I’ve ever had. His hamburger steaks, fish and chips, and macaroni and beef were true favorites. I will forever hold my memories with Eddie close to my heart and will always be grateful for everything he’s done for me. Rest easy, my dear friend. You’ll always have a special place in my heart