PAUL GIROUX

1946 - 2015

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Paul Marcel Giroux, beloved husband of the late Bernice Giroux, passed away in Calgary, as always, surrounded by his family, on Friday, January 23, 2015 at the age of 68 years.
Relatives and friends were invited to Prayers at Southland Funeral Chapel, 5006 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at 7:00 P.M.
The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church, 5009 - 48 Avenue, Taber on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. Burial followed at the Taber Memorial Garden.
Paul is survived by his four children Paul Giroux Jr. of Calgary and his children Raechel, Travis and Sam; Steph (Darryl) Feininger of Taber and their children Jordan, Nick and Kali; Mark Giroux of Taber and Kathy Giroux (Ken Woo) of Taber and their children Paige (Dylan Wall) and Kinzie. He is also survived by his siblings Martha Giroux, Valerie (Ken) Gladue, Fred Giroux, Jean Giroux Jr., Chester Giroux, Nellie Giroux and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife Bernice Giroux; his parents Jean Baptiste and Louise Giroux; four brothers John Giroux, Jack Giroux, David “Joe Bush” Giroux and Norbert Giroux; sister Linda Manuel.
Paul was born in Northern Alberta on March 27, 1946. Shortly thereafter, the Giroux family moved to Picture Butte where Paul received his schooling and where he later met the love of his life, Bernice Courtoreille and they were married July 16, 1965. He attended college and studied Automotive Mechanics. He was employed at Perdue Motors in Taber for eighteen years. On June 2, 1987, Paul was given a second chance at life, receiving a heart transplant. After his recovery, he worked for the Horizon School Division as a Native Liason Councillor for more than twenty years. On February 2, 2002, Paul was the recipient of a kidney transplant.
Paul was an avid golfer and you could always find him at the golf course, surrounded by his friends. He will also be remembered for his many years coaching hockey. Most important to him were his grandchildren, the light of his life. Through all of his struggles and his pain, Paul will always be remembered for his smile and his big heart.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes in Paul’s name may be made directly to a local charity of one's personal choice.
In memory of Paul, his family ask that you take a moment to sign your donor card so that others may have a second chance at life just like Paul did on two occasions.