Obituary of D'Arcy Jean Marentette

MARENTETTE, D'Arcy Jean Sr. Suddenly left this world one week before his 75th birthday. D'Arcy will be sadly missed by his life-long friend, wife, chauffeur and partner , Mary. He was a loving and supportive father and father - in - law to his three children and their partners : Michelle Marentette-Hermanutz and Rob Mavrinac, Jackie Marentette and Larry Ouellette, D'Arcy Jr. and Catharina Marentette and Phil Hermanutz. He adored, loved spending time with and frequently bragged about his five grandchildren: Kirsten, Craig, Alexander, Max and Kylee. They loved their Papa and will miss his stories and laughter. Papa was their Number One Fan. D'Arcy is survived by his two brothers Douglas and Orlanda Marentette and James and Sue Marentette , and brothers-in-laws Robert and Bonnie Drago and Roger and Thelma Drago. He is predeceased by daughter Andrea, parents Estelle and Wilfred, sister Lise, brother Val and his in-laws Ida and Leo Drago and sisters - in - law Patricia and Shirley. He is survived by countless friends, colleagues and extended family. D'Arcy was a well-respected and well - known man in the community. His first job was with Loblaws Grocery as a stock boy; with hard work and dedication, he found his niche with State Farm. D'Arcy ran a successful State Farm Agency for 48 years. He did so with integrity and honesty and will be remembered as a businessman beyond reproach. D'Arcy was an avid bowler from the age of twelve. He started his career as a pin boy at Crescent Lanes Bowling Alley and some fifty years later D'Arcy was inducted into the Essex County Hall of Fame. He was President of the Windsor Essex County Bowling Association for many years. He was loved by the bowling community and sponsored many teams. D'Arcy was a friend to all who knew him. He was one of the most giving and generous men to have walked the earth. He was always ready with a smile, a helping hand, a buck or a beer for his friends, family and track boys. He never turned down a friend in need. Our hearts are heavy with sorrow as we say good-bye to the world's best husband, father, grandfather and friend. We love you D'Arcy. " Have a nice day ." Visitation at the Windsor Chapel Funeral Home ( Banwell Chapel ) 519-253-7234 11677 Tecumseh Rd E. at Banwell Rd. on Friday December 23rd, 2011 from 2 to 5 & 7 to 9 PM. Prayers will be celebrated in D'Arcy's memory Friday evening at 8:00 PM. Cremation to follow. In kindnesss memorial donations may be made to the Downtown Missions ( envelopes available at the funeral home). On-line condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com.