Our deepest sympathy to Claud's family. He was such a friendly man and great friend. R.I.P. Claude our friend you will be missed. Germany

Sandra & Family ......we send our condolences to you all at this very difficult time. Claude will be greatly missed by all. We couldn't make the service today because Sam was in Fredericton. Take Care. Thinking of you all. Richard & Dana

My prayers and condolences go out to Claude's family, he was such a friendly man and fun to be around.Keep your memories close, he will be missed by all who knew him. May he Rest In Peace.

To all Claude's Family & Friends, Please accept our most sincere condolences for his loss. Reading all the messages people have written & posted pictures on Facebook are just phenomenal, as everyone can see, he lived life to the fullest, the memories will help you heal! Rest in Peace Claude. Sincerely, Michael & Joann Green Truro, NS

So sorry for your loss... I was one of those special folks who received a bucket of clams... Claude was and will always be a gem. His always wonderful smile and humor will stay in our memories. Very special soul....hope his memories provide comfort for you all through this unexpected passing. God Bless.... Pat

Our deepest sympathy is extended to Sandra and the Poirier family in the untimely death of Claude. He was a family man, a friend and a much regarded citizen of D'Escousse. Kindest regards, Cline & Margaret Bourinot Largo, Florida

Lorette & Family: My sincere sympathy to you and your family during this very sad time. May your memories of your dad help you all get through this. He will never be far away, just gone on ahead. MaryAnn Matthews

My deepest condolences to all the family.. I have very fond memories of Clade, from being my first bus driver, to him calling me Ferina, and to hangout at the house... He will always be in your memories and always in your hearts.

Rose and I would like to express our sincere sympathies to the all of the Poirier families. A long life lived well and full. Many memories that will allow him to live long in your hearts. Paul and Rose Matthews

My Sincerest Sympathy to Sandra and all her family in the passing of Claude! We all came away as a better person for having known this man, and sharing time with him. He seemed to have that special unconditional love for all !! He will be sadly missed and long remembered. May the memories you cherish in your heart comfort you in your Great Loss !!!

OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO OUR FRIENDS DANIELLE, MICHAEL, SAMANTHA, GRACIE AND TO THE POIRIER FAMILY & FRIENDS...YOU'RE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. REST PEACEFULLY CLAUDE

We are so sorry to hear about Claude's passing.To the family ..our sincerest condolences.Im sure Claude had no idea the impact that his passing would have on the whole community.He'll be sorely missed.

My condolences to the Poirier family.My first memory of Claude was in the early 60's when he made my day by letting me drive his red&white Buick (underaged!).My last memory of Claude was a few years age on a sunday morning during the Yacht Club weekend:Claude running around the wharf and greeting everyone in sight, shirtless and looking fit as a fiddle with glass in hand,careful not to spill a drop...(contents unknown!)R.I.P.my friend.

There simply are not words that can express the loss of this amazing man, who was loved by so many. Our condolences to Sandra and the family. Know that we are thinking of you and sending our love. I know that Mom will miss her weekly check in phone calls. I'm sure Claude and Norm are "up there" sharing a beer and lots of laughs. xoxo Pat & Dorothy Hunter & family and Doris Poirier xo

Sorry to hear of your tragic loss. I recall having my vehicle repaired at Poirier's Garage and fondly remember Claude and his brother Russell. I am a former resident of D'Escousse, long time friend of Glenn Bennett and am the son of the late Louis F. Langlois, former principal of the school in D'Escousse. Paul Langlois and family

To the Poirier family. We are sending our deepest condolences on Claude's passing. Claude was one of a kind,the nicest man anyone could meet,always with a smile and full of joy. Claude was my bus driver and he was also my son Jordan's bus driver.The best bus driver anyone could have. I lived in Martinique all my life and across the road from my place Claude and the boys had a cabin. Many of times I would pop over and have a beer with him. He always told me my cabin is your cabin, your welcome anytime. That was the kind of man Claude was, do anything for anyone. I use to call him the Deputy Mayor of Martinique, because everyone called him the Mayor of D'Escousse. May you rest in peace my friend. You will always be remembered and forever in our hearts.

Our heartfelt condolences to Sandra and family for the loss of Claude. We always remember our stop at the Poirier's Esso and meeting with Claude and Russell during our summer visits when we traveled with our parents Leo and Dean Baccardax. Sincerely, Anne, Paul and Monica Baccardax

To the entire Poirier Family, We cannot imagine the emptiness you are all feeling at this time by the loss of your beloved Claude, he was so full life and gave so much to others. He truly was a loyal and trusted friend to so many. We will all miss his charm, his humor, the smile that made everyone smile back. We will miss the big wave as he navigated the waters of Lennox Passage or when he blazed the trails of Isle Madame. He was the life of every event – he fit in any age group, rather it was a seniors event or teenage event – he connected with everyone – for this his spirit will live on with wonderful and cherished memories. We hope you will find comfort in knowing that he passed with the upmost dignity – he loved everyone and everyone loved him back – not many pass this world with those credentials. He was the greatest to chat with - he knew all our secrets and told none. Besides – what other 78 year old gets a Facebook page in their memory – this is a further testament of what a great guy you/we all lost. Our thoughts are with you all – Keith, Patricia and Family

Loretta and family, Sincere sympathy to lorette on the loss of your dad. Our thoughts are with you all!! Sincerely,Pearle and Wilson

Mike and I were so sad to hear of Claude’s passing. To say he was a fixture in our Community just doesn’t quite describe it. Whether you were out biking and met up with him, or out boating and spotted him, he always had a smile and wave. He once told me not that long ago, that he coveted four things in life, his family, his boat, his bike and his favourite clam digging spot. He laughed and said he would only share three of those things! You knew; that if you called on Claude, he would do whatever he could to help you out. Whether you were sneaking home late, and didn’t want to bring the car home on empty, or found yourself buried in a swamp, he was there to jump out of bed and turn on the pumps, or pull you out. His love for his family and Community was amazing, and the outpouring of condolences and happy stories show that he also touched the lives of people from all over. He truly was one of a kind and we will miss you. Rest in Peace

Sandra & Family: We are very sorry to hear that Claude has passed away. We are cousins from a long ways back. Used to enjoy seeing him when we went down for the summer. He will be greatly missed by us all. We will keep him in our prayers

Claudette, Lorette and families, Our deepest sympathies to you all during this great loss in your lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with.

Our sincere condolences go out to you Sandra and all your family. Claude will live forever in our hearts.

To the Poirier Family: So sorry to hear of Claude's sudden passing; such a shock for you all. As everyone has mentioned, he will be remembered for his constant smile and for always being there for others. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Condolence to the family as well as everyone else's life he touched. Claude always had a smile on his face and was always a pleasure to be around. The community lost another great man and the heavens gained a beautiful soul. In my thoughts and prayers

I am saddened to hear the passing of Claude. I send my codolences to the entire family. I remember him best as a bus driver when I was young. Everyone knew of Claude if you went to school. He was a kind hearted man and will be missed. God bless and take care. Your home now with God.

To the entire Poirier family and extended families, we are so very sorry to hear of Claude's passing. He has touched so many lives in such a positive way, and we will always remember his kind spirit and infectious smile. He was everyone's friend. Rest in Peace Claude.

I would like to send my deepest sympathy to Sandra,Lorette, Claudette,Elise,Danielle and Claude Boy and their families. Claude was a wonderful man, he always had a joke or something funny to say. He was a kind and giving person that liked talking to everybody and did not judge them. I always saw him at the Rocky Bay Hall and in D'Ecousse. He will always be remembered in my book. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. RIP Claude I will have a drink for you.

My deepest sympathy to all. Losing a father is such a hard thing to go through but know he will never be far. He was such a happy man and no matter how long you were away from D'Escousse he always welcomed you like you never left. God bless you all. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Our Deepest Sympathy to all of Claude's family and friends. May you take comfort in all the wonderful memories you have of such a wonderful man. Rest in Peace our friend. Hughie and Rose Marie

Dear Sandra, Elise, Claudette, Lorette, Danielle & Claude Boy: I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I had not seen your Dad in some years but when I did last see him he had a wonderful smile & always friendly as usual. May you keep close all the fond memories you have of your Dad to help you through this difficult time. Thinking of you all during this very difficult time Sincerely, Linda H. Stone

Our Deepest Sympathy to each and everyone of Claudes' Family Members and Friends...This wonderful man died as he lived , Full of life and enjoying it to its fullest....God Speed Claude...may you Rest in Paradise forver....

Our sincerest condolences to all the family, he will never be forgotten! RIP Claude.you will be missed!! Edwin & Joan DeWolf

I would like to express our deepest heartfelt sympathy to Sandra, Claudette,Elise' Lorette, Danielle and Claude. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, we will miss you Claude but you will not be forgotten, R.I.P. Claud

An icon has left D'Escousse possibly in a way, he would have readily admitted, he would like to go. I've known Claude since we were classmates in the early 50's and as always his make you feel good humour. unfortunate as it is , he will be greatly missed by us all. My sincere condolences to all his family.

My sincere condolences to you Sandra, Elise, Claudette, Lorette, Danielle, Claude Boy and all extended family. I knew Claude all my life and he had a heart of gold. I will certainly miss his contagious smile and big wave every time I passed the house on my way home to the Cape. I almost always ran into him on these trips and he always had a big hug, how are you and how long are you down? He was a gem. He loved his family so much, life and all of us. RIP Claude. Sandra(Bonin)Olsen

Claudette & Family, I am writing this note with such a heavy heart my friend...may you find comfort in knowing that so many others share in your sorrow...blessings & hugs. Carla

So sorry to hear of Claude's passing. My condolences to all the family. He will be greatly missed in the community.

Sincere Condolenses to you all at this sad time ,Claude was a very kind Man who will certainly be missed by all,Yacht Club will never be the same without his welcoming smile to all,God Bless you all,

To Claude's family , wife and children ,my heartfelt condolences. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of loss. Claude was a classmate of mine at D'Escousse school many years ago and there are many memories of his sense of humour and carefree spirit. May he rest in peace .

So sorry for your loss Thoughts & Prayers to all the family R.I.P.Claude.

I was saddened to hear of Claude's untimely passing. He was a wonderful man, so friendly and genuine. He will be missed by so many, whose lives he touched for the better. My condolences to you all.

Sending sincere condolences to all of you during this difficult time. It was a pleasure to know Claude, his kind smile and wonderful personality set an example that all of us should follow; sincere kindness to everyone. We always looked forward to seeing him when we visited Isle Madame. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, please take care and know he has left an enormous "footprint" on this earth, gone but never forgotten.

Sandra , family and friends of Claude.. Our sincerest condolences on the passing of such a well known icon of Isle Madame..our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time ... May our loving Father keep you all close in his loving arms...Donnie & Darlene Martell and Family...

To the family of Claude Poirier, his many friends and especially to his daughter Lorette who spent many happy moments at our house. She was a great friend of my daughter Yvonne. It is impossible to find appropriate words to convey a message to the family at this time. It was a tragic accident and we will never know why it happened that way. God is the MASTER of our destiny and who are we to question the reason for this? However, for a long time to come, you will ask God WHY. I have known Claude for a long time, he was a one of a kind man. Full of love, kindness, caring, compassionate and had an ability to make people laugh. He was always in a good mood. I met him not too long ago at the shopping center in Port Hawkesbury and He gave me a big hug, asked me how I was doing and told me to continue to write my articles in the Reporter.....The world has lost a great human being, He has made a huge contribution to the people that He has encountered during his journey on this earth. Be very proud of your husband, Dad, Grand-father, sibbling & friend. He was all of that and lived life to the fullest. Now, his sufferings are all over and the Lord has given him the beautiful place that He had promised him in heaven. He will always be close and near to you and from heaven, he will watch over all of you. Lorette, I sure hope that I will get to see you in this time of sorrow. You were always special to me and I often think of the good times that you spent with us. Keep your courage, I will pray for you and your family. God needed another angel and He chose your Dad. R.I.P. Claude, I feel most privileged to have known you and will never forget your demeanor toward other people. You were not judgmental, everybody was special to you and you made them aware of that. God Bless all of you!

Condolences to Aunt Sandra and my cousins. Thank you uncle Claude for the great memories.

Sandra and Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Claude, my sincere condolences. Marsha

Our sincere condolences to Sandra and family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Truly a fine man and a gentleman. He made Isle Madame a better place to live and visit. Condolences to his loved ones!

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We are greatly saddened to hear of the passing of our dear Claude Poirier. He has done so much for our family, from feeding and entertaining Suka our dog, to checking in on our house and keeping the stove going. He was a dear friend and we will miss him greatly. Thanks Claude for all you have done for everyone over the years, your spirit will be forever remembered by all those who have had the pleasure of meeting you.