It is with sadness that the family of Urbain announces his passing with his family by his side on Tuesday March 31, 2015 at the age of 73 years at Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm, BC.
Urbain was born on December 20, 1941 to parents Arthur and Marie-Jeanne Foucher in Zenon Park, SK.
In 1945 the Foucher family relocated to Maple Ridge, BC and this is where Urbain spent 50 wonderful years. In 1966 Urbain married Colleen Little and together they had 2 sons Dennis and Dean, over the years in Maple Ridge the family established many friendships that would last a lifetime. Urbain loved his chosen career as carpenter /builder and was still actively working until 2012, he took great pride in his workmanship.
Urbain and Colleen moved to the Shuswap making Blind Bay, BC their home, together they spent many hours on the Golf course continuing building new friendships.
Urbain was predeceased by his parents; 4 brothers and a sister.
He will be forever loved and missed by his family, wife Colleen, sons; Dennis (Michelle) of Mission, BC, Dean (Michelle) of Lone Butte, BC, grandchildren; Brandon, Elizabeth and Ashley; sisters, Helene and Vivian as well as many friends and extended family.
Urbain’s family would like to thank Dr. Pullin who saved his life on April 25, 2012, Dr. Goldberg for his ongoing care and concern. A very special thank you to the nursing staff on Level 2 at Shuswap Lake General Hospital for their dedication and compassion shown towards Urbain, may you continually be Blessed!!
A celebration of life service for Urbain will be held on Friday April 10, 2015 at 2pm at Our Lady of The Lake Catholic Church, Blind Bay, Golf Course Drive, Blind Bay, BC with Father George LaGrange officiating, a reception will follow the service allowing friends and family to continue sharing memories.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to the Canadian Cancer Association.
Online condolences may be sent through Urbain’s obituary at www.bowersfuneralservice.com
Funeral arrangements are in the care of Bowers Funeral service, Salmon Arm