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GAUDET, Real

May 18, 1935 — October 17, 2021

Maillardville, BC – Kelowna, BC

With family at his side, Real Gaudet passed into the presence of Jesus on October 17, 2021.

Real Vital Joseph Gaudet passed away on the morning of October 17, 2021, at Mission Creek Landing Care Facility surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife Raymonde; his six children, Marc, Corinne (Frank), Richard (Rose), Nicole (Scott), Monique (Brian), and Christopher; his grandchildren, Matthew (Lindsay, and her children Jada and Keaton), Jonathan, Adam, Frances (Richard), Cole, Lucas, Landon, Thomas (Alex, and her children Grace and Maddie), Leon, Amanda, Nicholas; as well as his great-grandchildren, Ana, Oakley, and Hudson.

Real came from humble beginnings, born in a small french logging community called Maillardville, BC, his parents Yvan and Germaine and late sister Georgie were great influences on him growing up, teaching him the value of hard work and the love of laughter. Real started working at a young age in the Fraser Mills Lumberyard under his father’s care. He developed a love of baseball, and all sports; growing up Real was known as “Powerhouse Gaudet” on the baseball diamond for his home runs and tenacity on the field. Things changed quickly when he met the love of his life, Raymonde Ducharme, sister of his childhood and lifelong best friend Roger. Roger recently passed away and shares similar stories with Real. Many laughs were to be had whenever they were together.

Real and Raymonde were married at an early age in their catholic community, and they were eager to start a family. Five children were born in Coquitlam, BC, surrounded by many loving cousins, extended family, and friends. The family decided to head for greener pastures and move to Kelowna, BC in the mid-seventies, where Real became the first employee for Centennial Packers. Their sixth child was born in Kelowna. Many in-laws followed suit and moved to the Okanagan, and now many Ducharmes and Gaudets are residing here. Real worked very hard to support his family. Even with knee struggles and back issues, he never complained, he was always making jokes and praising the Lord!

Many of his children got married and had families, which Real took great pride in. Real was always happiest when surrounded by his loving family and friends. Sunday was a special day for Real and Raymonde as they spent quality time with their parish community, attending mass and breakfast afterwards.

Real was known for his infectious sense of humour and love of music, playing guitar and singing, drawing inspiration from the likes of Johnny Cash and Hank Williams. He was well known for singing “Your Cheating Heart” at many family weddings. At the care facility, Real was well known for bringing joy and laughter to many. All people mattered to Real, as he had a big heart and loved unconditionally, always trying to brighten someone’s day.

He was very proud of his extensive family and of his loving wife of 62 years, Raymonde, never wanting to leave her side.

Real you will be missed on earth, but you will be cherished in heaven. You made everyone laugh, and it is a sad day knowing we will never hear your voice again. But, you will live on in our hearts. Thank you Real for your many gifts, you were truly a legend.

The family would also like to thank the staff at Mission Creek Landing. You were amazing and made my dad feel loved. Thank you.

Memorial donations may be sent to support pro-life, a cause that Real believed in, Kelowna Right to Life.

Vigil and Prayers for the deceased will be held Sunday, October 24, 2021, at 7:00 pm, at Immaculate Conception Church, 839 Sutherland Ave, Kelowna, BC. 

A Funeral Mass will be held on MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2021, AT 10:30 AM, ALSO AT IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH, with Fr. Cerlouie Jimenez and Fr. Pierre Ducharme co-presiding, all are welcome to attend if able.  If you are unable to attend in person, please join the family online by Livestream (see below), a recording will be made available to view shortly thereafter. Due to the pandemic restrictions, the family will have a small, private reception.

If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.

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Visitation
Vigil and Prayers on Sunday, October 24, 2021, at 7:00 pm
Immaculate Conception Church
(839 Sutherland Ave, Kelowna, BC)

Service
MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2021, AT 10:30 AM

Location
Immaculate Conception Church

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The service for GAUDET, Real is scheduled for MONDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2021, AT 10:30 AM. Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

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Immaculate Conception Church

839 Sutherland Ave Kelowna BC

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Condolences

  • Carol CHARETTE says:
    October 21, 2021 at 3:00 pm

    Monique, Corine, Nicole and family so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Carol and John Charette

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  • Denise and Marcel Bergevin says:
    October 21, 2021 at 3:19 pm

    Corinne, may love surround you, may faith sustain you, may hope encourage you day by day and may the belief that your Dad Real is now with God bring you comfort. Sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.. Sincerely, Denise and Marcel Bergevin

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  • Lorraine and Martin Landry says:
    October 21, 2021 at 8:18 pm

    Raymonde and family. Thinking of you at this sad time and sending our condolences.

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  • Marlene Kish {nee Roy} says:
    October 25, 2021 at 12:18 pm

    My Deepest Condolences to Raymonde, and all the Families of Real. My Father and Mother George and Julia Roy lived in Maillardville, and knew Real’s parents Yvan and Germaine, they had many a parties, at mom and Dads place, with the Faucher’s and many more friends. Joe Faucher used to play the violin, and other friends played there instruments. There was a Great time had by all. Then Mom and Dad moved back to Kelowna, and attended Immaculate Conception Church. They are all up in heaven, partying with Real. May Real’s fun loving memories, live on in your heart’s forever, till we all meet again in heaven. R.I.P. Real.
    Love and Hugs to All
    Marlene Kish {nee Roy }

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