The family announces with deep sorrow the passing of Mr. Alexander “Alex” Duchesne at the age of 79 years. Mr. Duchesne passed away at Temiskaming Hospital on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 with his family by his side. Born in Latchford on December 14, 1941 to the late Albert Duchesne and Rosa Duchesne [née Laferrière]. He loved the outdoors and especially fishing and hunting. He enjoyed playing cards, and tinkering in his garage. Predeceased by his parents and his brother Donat Duchesne and his beloved wife Irene Duchesne [née Cyr]. Beloved father of Gérald [Denise] of Chelmsford, Louise Duchesne [Wayne Bartholomew] of Caledon, and George of Innisfil. Sadly missed by his grandchildren: Daniel Duchesne [Monique Paradis], Chantal [Sheldon] Scott, Marc Duchesne, Lisa Duchesne and Crystal Slack [Casey Slack] and great grandchildren Everett Scott, Rosalie Scott, Damien Duchesne, Isabella Kinghorn, Emersyn Slack and Stetson Slack. Cremation has taken place at Lakeview Crematorium, Haileybury. A graveside service will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Haileybury at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Buffam Leveille Funeral Home, 705-672-3122. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations may be made to Community Cancer Care. Online condolences accepted at www.buffamleveille.com