I have great memories of evenings spent visiting with Uncle George, Aunt Trudy and cousins Debbie and Craig. Craig and I always slipped down to the basement for a rousing game of hockey.

To my cousin Debbie, my deepest condolences.

To my cousin Craig, I hope you are scoring many shutouts.

All the best to everybody.

Truly saddened by the passing of Craig.  Will always remember how he took on everything in life with that big beaming smile.  Rest in eternal peace my dear cousin.

I worked with Craig at the Somass Mill. He was a gentle and caring person. I liked Craig from the moment I met him. He was always smiling and making light of a difficult job. Craig was a lovely human being.  May he rest in peace.

I got to know Craig through one of my family members.  Eventually I started giving him rides down to Qualicum  Beach for his Doctors appointments.  During those drives I got to know Craig quite well.  He was a very friendly and caring person.  I got to hear stories of his life and I shared some of mine as well.  I'm going to miss you Craig.  May you rest in peace my friend.  Condolences to his friends and family.   

Many great memories growing up with Uncle Craig. He always brought a lot of energy and was always willing to horse around with us kids. 
I especially remember him being one of the hardest road hockey goalies to score on! Always making you earn it while encouraging you the whole time with that big smile.

You will be missed uncle.



Craig was a friend and a tenant of mine. Such a nice cheerful person, caring  and so much loved his children.  Had some great visits and chats with Craig. Craig had a magnetic personality. Had not seen him for some time but often thought about him. So sorry the family has lost such a wonderful family member. 

To the Rousseau Family,
We have fond memories of Craig through many years of  Cameron Franklin Sarita and Tom's Brother's hockey teams.  'Rooster' was an integral part of the team(s) .  Always a gentleman.  Rest in Peace Craig.  Mark and Maria

To the Rousseau family, 
 
Russ and I send our condolences to each of you. 
Russ enjoyed playing hockey with Craig for many years. 
We always enjoyed talking with Craig and family. 
Sending prayers and strength  to each of you at this difficult time. 
Russ and Patti  Nixon 

Growing up, I was a close friend to Craig’s oldest daughter, Brittany. I spent countless days at the Rousseau house-hold and was always greeted with kindness and generosity. Craig always showed interest and support in my figure skating - I think because we both appreciated any sports on ice.

I spent a lot of time at the Rousseau’s and ate dinner there often - the meals were always so delicious and Craig always seemed to be impressed that could finish my whole meal! Thanks to the family for having me over so often and sharing many meals! Not sure I said thanks enough at the time.

I remember Craig as always gentle-hearted and very proud of his kids. He will certainly be missed. My condolences to the Rousseau family. I hope comfort is taken in all the wonderful memories.

Michelle Colyn (nee Gallic)

We are saddened to hear of Craig’s passing.  We watched Craig and his sister Deb grow up as our neighbours.
Craig was a funny, energetic respectful child and  developed into a nice young man.

Our condolences to all of Craig’s Family.

Maureen & Larry Brechin,  Laurie-Ann , Kevin

The kids growing up playing hockey in Port Alberni were fortunate to have such a hardworking, dependable, and thoughtful coach in Craig. I did not know minor hockey without him. He was coaching before I began to play and continued afterward. It didn't matter if it was a camp session in the summer or an early morning team practice in the winter in the freezing cold 'old arena', Craig was always willing to put on his skates and help hockey players of any age on his own time. 

In addition to the many practices he attended over the years, in my final season playing our age group was lucky enough to have him as a full-time coach for every practice and every game, home or away. He really challenged me to get out of my comfort zone and he systematically improved my game through mutual trust. He really helped to develop confidence in all of the young hockey players on our team. Craig taught me the importance of remaining level-headed on the ice and worked with me to achieve that, right up until the puck was dropped. That is just one example of a life lesson that I continue to make use of that Craig helped to teach through sport. It is encouraging to think about how many other people he helped in a similar way in his decades at the rink. His teachings and enthusiasm will certainly be passed on through the countless people he coached.

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Our heartfelt sympathies go out to the Rousseau family at this most difficult time.
We got to know Craig first as a goalie coach and then as a friend almost twenty years ago.  He was soft hearted and kind and instilled confidence in our son Quinn as a goalie.  Always engaged, he seemed to come alive when coaching and talking about hockey! 
Our daughter Chelsea also benefited from his goalie coaching.  Both of our children respected him, and liked him a lot, as did we.
He was a real character and someone we have always held dear in our hearts.  We will miss him.
Respectfully,

Tim and Teresa Mulligan

I am saddened to hear of Craig’s passing. He thought the world of his children and didn’t hesitate to brag about them at every opportunity he had.   He thoroughly enjoyed when I brought my dogs over to visit. He always had treats, smiles and belly rubs for them.  Craig’s kindness will be missed. 

To the Rousseau Family 
I had the honour,  privilege and  pleasure of Craig's friendship  from the time he started playing hockey as a youngster.
He was an outstanding goalie and always fun to have and be  around.
Although I  was not as close over the years, He was always in our thoughts and prayers,  always  highly thought of and respected by the Schroeder family.
A sad loss and our sympathies and  hearts go out to all  of the bereaved.
To young and to soon.
He will be missed.
Respectfully,
The Schroeder family.


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Craig Arthur Rousseau

5 January, 1961 – 8 August, 2018

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