Renard Campmans

MR. RENARD CAMPMANS of Lethbridge, beloved husband of Mrs. Laurie Campmans, and father of Isaac, Caleb, Kylee and Samuel, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at the age of 35 years.

Renard was born in Picture Butte, Alberta. He was the fifth of seven children born to Annie and Tony Campmans. Renard's childhood on the family farm was filled with projects, adventures, and mischief alongside his brothers and sisters. He enjoyed travelling, the outdoors, motorbiking and skiing. His passion as an engineer at Trimark Engineering could only be surpassed by his devotion to his family. Renard was an amazing husband and father. His friends and extended family meant the world to him. He loved life, lived it to the fullest and laughed the whole way.

Besides his loving wife Laurie, Renard is survived by his daughter Kylee and his sons; Isaac, Caleb and Samuel. He is also survived by his father Tony Campmans, his sisters; Monique (Paul) Huvennars (Renée, Anika, Joshua), Doré (Chuck) Wutzke (Luke, Cole), his brothers; John (Jacquie) Campmans (Nicholas, Reed, McKenzie), Mike (Michelle) Campmans (Anna, Quinn), Chris (Jessica) Campmans (Rayann, Malia, Justin), and his uncle Ted Campmans as well as numerous relatives in Holland and Germany.

He was predeceased by his mother Annie Campmans and his brother Paul Campmans.

Vigil Rites (Prayers) will be held at 7:00 pm on Friday, November 20, 2009 at ST. CATHERINE'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 762 Crescent Avenue North, Picture Butte, Alberta.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at ST. CATHERINE'S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, with Reverend Tomy Manjaly celebrant.

Interment will take place following the Mass in the Mountain View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish, a trust fund for Renard's wife and children has been established by family and friends. Contributions may be made to the ""Campmans Family Trust"" at any Scotiabank, or send cheques Attn: Cyndy Folden c/o Bank of Nova Scotia, 702 3rd Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0H6.