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.
Digital Guestbook
Claude Blain CPO2. Ashipmate 0n HMCS Algonquin 1980 ,
Terry Meloche
Barb please accept my most sincere condolences. Serge will be missed by so many, with his great smile and warn ways. We served together in the Canadian Forces Fleet School where I truly admired Serge's leadership style and was honoured to call him a friend. RIP shipmate.
Martine Lefrancois
Mes sincères condoléances à toute la famille.
Serge était comme mon frère adoptif tout comme ses frères et sœurs.
J'ai tellement de beaux souvenirs de camping, voyages et de pêche.
Tu vas me manquer. Repose en paix . xxx
JOGY Lemieux
My sincere condolences to all the family. Serge will be surely missed. Mes sincères condoléance a toute la famille. Serge va beaucoup nous manquer.
Kevin Laing
Barb, family, shipmates and friends of Serge, please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss. I knew him first as “Yeoman” on-board Algonquin and later as Chief Petty Officer Joncas. He was a truly dedicated and professional individual whom I greatly respected. May the many memories you created and shared sustain and comfort you in this sad and difficult time. Thank you ‘Yeo’ for your service, guidance and leadership. Fair winds, we have the watch!
Dean McFadden
When I first came to Ottawa as a newly minted Captain, Chief Joncas was an island of calm in confusing seas, where little seemed to match how work was done on the coasts. He was always available when some issue just needed to be thought out loud. Often, it was just to listen but sage advice would be offered when the thoughts needed adjustment. He was a natural mentor with influence across the entire naval family. His departure was Much, much too soon.
Erin Mcdonald
Me deepest condolences. I had the honor of working with Serge at the Ombudsmans office for the DND/CAF just before his pursuit of happiness into horticulture. He brought alot of laughs, stories and wisdom to me and the office. He will be missed.
Henry and Brenda Chiasson
Our deepest condolences and love to Barb, and family, Christine and all of Serge's family and friends. Rest peacefully Serge❤️
Mike and Jocelyne Nassif
We wish to offer the family our deepest condolences. Serge was a great leader who proudly wore the uniform serving Canada for many years. Our paths crossed on several occasions and his professionalism and steadfast determination was a mark that will not be forgotten. Rest in peace....
Larry Murray
Heartfelt condolences to Barbara and family on your great loss. Serge was an outstanding leader and a wonderful person blessed with great talent, exceptional common sense and a particularly kind and generous spirit. Always 'unflappable', he led from the front in an always forthright, highly dedicated and superb manner. Most importantly, he cared deeply about people and made a huge and very positive difference in the lives of many over the years. , His stellar example of selfless service and compassionate leadership will endure in the many lives that he touched so positively throughout his life. Again my deepest sympathy and please know that, like many others, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Repose en paix camarade.... nous nous souviendrons