It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Denis Tessier on February 15th 2016 at the age of 66 years old. He will be greatly missed by his beloved wife Carole Tessier; by his daughters: Chantal (Trevor Larkin) and Michelle (Stephen Smith) and by his sons: Marc-Denis (Kim), Patrick (Amanda) and Marc-André. He was the dearest Papa of Ashley, Joshua, Jesse, Sami and Reese. He also leaves to mourn his brothers and sisters: Daniel, Roland, Lise, Line, Lucille, Jacqueline, Lucienne, Denise, Rolande, Berthe as well as many close family members and friends. Denis was a member of Local 2041. A memorial service will be held at the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church (194 Fourth Avenue, Ottawa) on Friday February 26th 2016 at 11:00am. Family will receive condolences at 10:30am. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate any donations to the Elisabeth Bruyère foundation.