In the early morning of Monday August 10, 2026 Wayne John Fournier, 68 years passed at the Maison McCulloch Hospice in the presence of his loving sister’s Lynn and Sue.
Wayne was the loving son of the late Arthur and Carmen Fournier. He leaves behind his son Josh, his brother Greg (Marcia), and his sisters, Lynn and Sue (Chris). Uncle and Great Uncle to many nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by his cousin Steve, with whom he had a special bond.
Wayne was born and raised in Sudbury but with an adventurous heart and love of the outdoors moved to Alberta in his early twenties where he enjoyed the mountains, rivers and streams for 40 plus years.
Fly fishing became a passion of Wayne’s and in the presence of his loyal friend Don, fittingly his ashes will be spread in the Bow River at a later date.
Wayne was truly a gentle, kind-hearted soul who would give you the shirt off his back.
The family would like to thank the Nurses, PSW’s, Doctor’s and staff at the hospice. Their care and compassion went above and beyond expectations for our brother.
We are grateful that Wayne received this end-of-life care and support.
Should donations be considered, support for Maison McCulloch Hospice https://maisonsudburyhospice.org/donate/ in Wayne’s memory would be appreciated by the family.
At Wayne’s request, there will be no service or visitation.
Life seems to pass us by all to quickly. Lives change and grow and time lapses…
knowing Wayne only as a child and young teenager, I would agree with his kindness and Michael my brother said the same thing… I am sorry for your loss and Pray for comfort and peace for you all.
Glad you have fond memories!!! Sounds like he found a great friend in Don and loved nature … A true lover of Life..
May his soul be resting in peace and his body now too… God Bless
Though miles apart always in heart…xoxo
August 28, 2026
Although it has been a lifetime since I’ve seen Wayne, I can remember our times together as teenagers with a smile. He was always so kind to me. So sorry to hear of his passing. Sounds like he had a lifetime of doing the things he loved. So sorry for your loss
August 13, 2026
It took me some time to gather myself before being able to write this down. My friendship with Wayne dates back to the late 70’s when we shared an apartment in Winnipeg. Wayne & I shared a love for live music which was abundant in Winnipeg in those days! Wayne moved onto to Calgary in the early 80’s and I was fortunately recruited for work and was able to reunite with him in 1983.
We bought homes in the same neighbourhood & lived literally 2 blocks apart. We shared a love for fishing & camping and many trips together provided many laughs & plenty of “fish tails” Wayne was happiest in the great outdoors. It was his favourite place to be, whether we were camping, fishing or putting countless miles on our mountain bikes. Almost 50 years of friendship & I struggle with the idea that our good times are over, but the “many” happy memories will last forever. I’ll see you on the other side Finnigan, we will pick up where we left off!
August 12, 2026