Obituary of Gerard Charles Raes

RAES, Gerard, Charles - It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of Gerard Charles Raes, on Thursday, December 31, 2015 at the age 39. Loving father of Evan, Carter and Kensie Raes. Beloved son of Steve Raes (Kathleen Storey) and the late Jean Marie (2001). Brother of Jay Raes (Kirsteen), London and Adam Raes (Linh), Sarnia. Adored uncle of Alexis, Emily and Erika Raes. Also survived by many uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Predeceased by his grandparents Gerard Raes and John & Dorothy Guthrie. Gerard more than anything, loved his 3 children. He was a kind, generous and compassionate man. Gerard was a project manager working throughout North America for CarBer. He loved his hobbies and enjoyed hanging out with his family and friends. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, January 14 from 1-3 & 5-7 p.m. at the McKENZIE & BLUNDY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 431 Christina St. N., Sarnia. A private family interment will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, friends who wish may contribute to the trust fund for Gerard's Children or to the Canadian Mental Health Association, 210 Lochiel Street, Sarnia, On N7T 4C7. Messages of condolence and memories may be left at www.mckenzieblundy.com