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ROCHON, Gerard (Gerry) Omer  -  Born February 10, 1934 to Gerard and Eulalie Rochon in Windsor, Ontario.

He died peacefully on May 29, 2020, at Bridgepoint Palliative Care.

Gerry is survived by the love of his life, Eileen "Red", siblings Henriette, Jeannine, Pierre, Pauline et Marie.

Predeceased by his sisters, Renee and Suzanne and his brothers-in-law, John Ford, Ed Meade, Duane Bondy and Tim Coughlin. Also survived by his daughters, "Les Girls", Colette (Brad Somerville), Michele (Tim Schellenberg) and Elise (Werner van Bastelaar).

Providing great joy were eight grandsons, Conor (Taylor), Christiaan, Alexander (Stephanie), Benjamin (Krista), Julius (Alice), Aidan (Shenika), Elliott and Colman.

After the death of his father, Gerry became Pepe for the large Rochon clan and was proud of his many nieces and nephews.

After graduating from University of Detroit in 1957, Gerry started his broadcasting career at CKLW Windsor.

In 1960, Gerry with Eileen and family, moved to Montreal to work in television at CFCF directing and producing. In the mid 60's, Gerry moved the family to Toronto to work as the Executive Producer of Baton/CTV.

After sixty two years of marriage, Eileen was still Gerry's "sweetie pie".

Due to her loving care, Dad was able to remain at home for almost his entire time battling dementia.

With only a brief visit to Mount Sinai and Bridgepoint, sadly, COVID did not allow for them to be together in the end. The family appreciates the support from Dr. Pandi, the teams at Mount Sinai and Bridgepoint and McEachnie Funeral Home.

Gerry was a good friend to many and was blessed with many good friends throughout his life including John Brosseau whose friendship spanned fifty years and was steadfast until the end.

Gerry/Dad/Grandpa - we love you and miss you but know you are now at peace.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Covenant House.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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