Obituary of Laurie Turgeon

Laurie was born September 5, 1941, in Kincaid, Saskatchewan. He was the fifth of six children born to Ernie and Jean Turgeon who established the Turgeon family farm three miles north of Kincaid. On November 12, 1966, Laurie married Trudy Goodmanson of Girvin, Saskatchewan. At the time they resided in Regina and shortly thereafter moved to Kincaid where they raised three children, Michelle, Yvonne and Ed. Laurie, a journeyman carpenter, built homes proudly under the name Turgeon Construction.  He took over the family farm on the passing of his father and continued to farm the land that was so dear to him until the land was sold in 2013. His craftsmanship as a carpenter is seen in so many homes and businesses throughout the south. Each of his buildings were like his children and he became like family to those he worked for. We question if he ever did retire from construction work. To say he was a proud and dedicated member of the Kincaid community would be an understatement. He proudly served as councillor, board member and volunteer for his community, church, service clubs and sports associations. Laurie was an athlete in every sense of the word; hockey, baseball, curling and later in life, golf. He enjoyed life in southern Saskatchewan, especially spending quiet summer days at Thomson Lake.  He was always there with a helping hand, or strong shoulder, happy to sit for a coffee or a beer and tell a story with a twinkle in his eye. He cherished his extended family, and would light up during visits from his brothers, and then later in life by nieces and nephews, who always brought out stories and laughter. His family will work to honour his legacy of hardwork, commitment to family and community, strong faith and love. Laurie was loved and will be missed by many.

Laurie was predeceased by his parents, Ernie and Jean Turgeon; parents-in-law, Arni and Jane Goodmanson; brothers, Don, Ray, Gerald and half-brother Cliff (Ruth) Harker; brothers-in-law Jim Corcoran, André Brodeur, Bill Goodmanson and Ken Goodmanson; sister-in-law Nancy Redekop; nephews Brian Corcoran and Blaine Miller; and niece Susan Redekop.

Laurie is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Trudy; daughter, Michelle (Paul), grandson Mark (Megan) and great grandson Griffin, granddaughter Kelsey; daughter Yvonne (Dan); son Ed (Chandra) and grandchildren Adam and Isla; sister Eréne (Jim+) (André+)  Corcoran; brother Dennis (Yvonne) Turgeon; sisters-in-laws Helen (Don+) Turgeon, Elmerene (Ray+) Turgeon, Rolande (Gerald+) Turgeon, Doreen (Bill+) Goodmanson, Joyce (Russell) Keeler, brother-in-law Ron (Connie) Goodmanson; and several nieces and nephews.

Laurie’s family would like to recognize and give thanks to the staff of St. Joseph’s Hospital in Gravelbourg, especially Drs. Pillay and Ramlakhan for their friendship and care over the years.  Thanks to the Cardiac Unit of the Regina General Hospital and their staff for their special care of Laurie in his last weeks. A special thanks to his niece Carmela who has been a Godsend to Trudy and neighbour Carmen who was always there when needed. The family is also thankful and appreciative of the staff at Piche-Hawkins-Grondin Funeral Chapel for their kindness and support.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Ste Radegonde Roman Catholic Church, Lafleche, Saskatchewan, on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 1:00 pm. Lunch and fellowship to follow in the Parish Hall. Interment will take place at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Meyronne, Saskatchewan. Memorial donations in Laurie’s memory may be given to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, PO Box 460 Station K, Toronto, Ontario M4P 9Z9.