CPO1 Jean-Marie Serge Joncas, MMM, CD (Ret’d) - born May 17, 1952 in Petit-Pabos, Québec - died May 12, 2020 in Ottawa, Ontario after a short battle with leukaemia.
Serge enjoyed a full and satisfying career in the Royal Canadian Navy, from Ordinary Seaman Signalman to Navy Command Chief; following which he worked at the National Defence Dispute Resolution Centre as a mediator and trainer. Later he became a horticulturist, practicing for several years in Ottawa and volunteering enthusiastically at the Maplelawn Garden in Ottawa.
He was predeceased by his parents, Hector Joncas and Laurette Dubé, a brother Yves Joncas and a sister, Carole Joncas. He is survived by his daughter, Christine Joncas (Matt) Halifax, NS; his wife Barbara Verge Ottawa, ON; her daughter Brenda Wagle and grandchildren Narayan and Karisma Wagle Ottawa, ON and her son Trevor Watkinson (Lyann) Halifax,NS; sisters Berthe Joncas (Raoul) Sherbrooke, QC, Monique Joncas (André) Québec, QC, Suzanne Joncas Baie Comeau, QC, Johanne Joncas (Alain) Québec, QC and a brother Marc-André Joncas (Madeleine) Granby, QC. He will also be missed by many nieces and nephews.
Most unfortunately, due to the Covid19 Pandemic, a Celebration of Serge’s Life will be delayed until it is once again safe to gather in large numbers, at which time it will take place at Beechwood Cemetery in Ottawa, ON. His cremated remains will be interred in the National Military Cemetery at Beechwood at that time.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Canadian Cancer Society.
PM1 Jean-Marie Serge Joncas, MMM, CD (er) - né le 17 mai 1952 à Petit-Pabos, Québec - décédé le 12 mai 2020 à Ottawa, après une brève lutte contre la leucémie.
Serge a eu une carrière remplie et satisfaisante au sein de la Marine royale canadienne, en passant de Matelot de 3e classe signaleur, jusqu’au Premier Maître de la Marine. Il a par la suite travaillé au Centre de résolution des conflits de la Défense nationale comme médiateur et instructeur. Plus tard, il est devenu horticulteur, oeuvrant à Ottawa pendant de nombreuses années en plus de faire du bénévolat avec enthousiasme au Jardin de Maplelawn à Ottawa.
Il a été prédécédé par ses parents Hector Joncas et Laurette Dubé, son frère Yves Joncas et sa sœur Carole Joncas. Il laisse dans le deuil sa fille, Christine Joncas (Matt) d’Halifax, NE; son épouse Barbara Verge d’Ottawa, ON; la fille de son épouse, Brenda Wagle, d’Ottawa, ON, ses petits-enfants Narayan and Karisma Wagle, d’Ottawa, ON, ainsi que le fils de son épouse, Trevor Watkinson (Lyann), d’Halifax, NE. Il laisse également ses sœurs Berthe Joncas (Raoul) de Sherbrooke, QC, Monique Joncas (André) de Québec, QC, Suzanne Joncas de Baie Comeau, QC, Johanne Joncas (Alain) de Québec, QC et son frère Marc-André Joncas (Madeleine) de Granby, QC, ainsi que de nombreux neveux et nièces.
Malheureusement, étant donné la pandémie de la COVID-19, la Célébration de la vie de Serge aura lieu à une date ultérieure au Cimetière Beechwood à Ottawa, lorsqu’il sera possible de se réunir en grand nombre. L’inhumation des cendres aura lieu durant cette cérémonie au Cimetière militaire national de Beechwood.
Au lieu de fleurs des dons peuvent être faits à la Société canadienne du cancer.
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George Dowler
To Barb and all of Serge's family, my sincerest condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Serge while we were both serving in a variety of positions in Marlant. His attention to detail and ability to quickly get to the heart of things made him an outstanding Leader. His selection to the Naval Command Chief Petty Officer attests to his outstanding abilities. Serge you served your Country, the Navy and most importantly your sailors in a manner many can only hope to do, rest in peace my friend, you will be missed.
Marc-André Joncas
Reposes en paix, mon frère Serge. Nous pensons souvent à toi. Nos sympathies à Barbara et à Christine.
Berthe Joncas
Repose en paix Serge, tu vas tous nous manquer, veille sur nous, moi et Raoul et la famille, on souhaite nos plus profondes sympathies à Barbara, Christine et à leur famille !!!
Greg Lacroix
One of the finest gentlemen I ever met, respected and had the pleasure to spend some time with. Always grateful for his advice.
Rest in Peace Sailor.
Richard Lupien
Sorry to hear of Serge passing. I met Serge in Ottawa in late 1990's. We became friend and worked on so many issues together. You will be missed my friend. Rest in peace, we have the watch.
Reg & Carole Thompson
Thinking of you today barb & family.
Richard Lupien
Mes sincères condoléances à Barbara et à toute la famille. Serge tu nous a quitter beaucoup trop tôt. J'ai toujours apprécié tes conseils bien réfléchi. Tu vas nous manquer. Repose en Paix mon ami. We have the watch.
Stephen Yasconi
Hi Christine sorry for your loss your dad was a great guy and a great father he would be very proud of you he is looking down saying that’s my girl
Shelley Armstrong
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family in your loss. Sending hugs to you Christine from your work family.
I have had the privilege of knowing and volunteering with Serge for the last twelve years during his second career. Serge was an avid gardener and passionate about what he did for the Maplelawn Historic Garden. His pride was evident with one look inside the tool shed, it was meticulous with all the tools, neatly labelled and sharpened and oiled with military precision. Serge loved to research new shrubs, perennials, pruning techniques or innovative hanging systems for the tools and he shared his knowledge among the rest of us. He was always happy and ready to answer questions. Serge will be missed by the NCC and his fellow volunteers at Maplelawn, but his spirit will always be felt within its four historic stone walls.