Marcel Lucien Joseph Tessier was fondly known as Max. Max loved life. Max’s early years were spent in Port Alberni and Victoria, B.C. He
joined the military at 17. He proudly served in three regiments: Queens Own Rifles, P.P.C.L.I, and the Canadian Airborne Regiment. His service included two Peacekeeping missions to Cyprus in 1974 and 1980. Upon retirement, Max continued his employment with DND as an Addiction Counselor. In 2010, as the Mental Health Addictions Program Manager, he received the Canadian Forces Surgeon General’s Award for Excellence. His family is incredibly proud of his dedication to his career.
Max treasured every moment with his sons Todd and Andrew, and his grandson Aiden. Max was always present for his sons. Supporting the skateboard sport and his sons’ home brewing experiments. Max was willing to try new sports and activities to spend time with his family: rock climbing, fly fishing, and trap shooting. Golf became a passion with his buddies., Doug, Dennis, and Vic. Max always had a “honey-do list” renovating five homes in Victoria. He embraced the travel bug, traveling all over Canada and the US and trips to Europe and Asia.
Max leaves behind his wife Claudia, his sons Todd and Andrew, his daughter-in-law Sarah, and his beloved grandson Aiden and Aiden’s mom Amber. He will also be deeply missed by his brother Ray, his favorite nephew Tony, and Tony’s wife, Lorna. Max’s life enriched us all, and with a heavy heart we say, rest in peace, our darling Max.
A Celebration of Life will be held August 16th from 2:00 – 4:00pm. Please contact the family for details.
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Oh, Marcel, what a huge hole you have left us. You may have been the same height as me, but you had a tall personality! Always joyful, always cracking jokes, best storyteller, and the laughter you caused will forever be remembered.
To Claudia, Andrew and Todd and all family members, the road ahead will be tough but time truly does lessen the pain but will never allow Marcel to be forgotten. May you each find strength in the memory of him. He was my favourite cousin. He was always a pleasure to be around. One particular moment I can remember from years ago was his utter surprise at the size of our telephone book – compared to the one in Victoria he said it looked and felt like a comic book! I will relish having him in my life all these years. The pain is gone now, Marcel, may you Rest In Peace.
Much love,
Cousin Theresa
Dear Claudia and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Marcel’s passing. Although we didn’t see each other often, I have fond memories of his infectious smile and the warmth he always radiated. Marcel’s spirit and sense of humor were truly remarkable, and I’ll always remember him for his big heart and his ability to light up a room, no matter the occasion. I recall the joy he brought to family gatherings, always being the prankster, playful and mischievous, with a knack for cracking jokes and making us all laugh.
Please know that my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in the many happy memories you shared with him and in the love and support of those around you. Marcel’s legacy will live on through the love he gave and the joy he brought to everyone who knew him.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Cousin Lorraine