CHARBONNEAU, George Allen

April 14, 2022

It is with sadness that we announce the sudden passing of George Allen "Al" Charbonneau on April 14, 2022 at the age of 89, in Guelph, Ontario, after a brief illness. A proud French-Canadian and avowed "small-town boy" from Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan, Al quickly worked his way up to become one of the leading figures in the Credit Union movement in Canada, the United States and internationally, serving ultimately as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the World Council of Credit Unions. His career gave him the opportunity to travel the world with his wife Aggie (Agathe Charbonneau, née Morin) by his side. While he took his role as family provider seriously, Al will be most fondly remembered as the loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather to the large, extended Charbonneau clan. His affection for his grandchildren was particularly heartfelt and was a source of joy to his children. Al's deepest respect and admiration was reserved for the love of his life, Aggie, whom he met when he was 17 and she 16 — improbably, while doing dishes together. We're not sure he's done them since. After retirement, Al and Aggie spent their winters in Florida. They were generous hosts with a revolving door of family and friends visiting constantly. He is survived by Aggie; sister Babe Clifford; children Pam, Colette, Guy, Renée, Léo and Pierre; and a long list of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A private memorial service will be held for family on Friday, April 22 in Guelph at Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home, Hart Chapel, but all are welcome to livestream the service on the internet via ZOOM at 11:00am. Link to follow on his memorial page. A larger celebration-of-life event will take place at a later date. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Donations can be made by cash or cheque in person or online by following the link below his obituary at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com.