LAVOIE, Donat Francois – Unexpectedly at the Sault Area Hospital with his family by his side on Friday, September 27, 2013 at the age of 70. Beloved husband of Maureen for over 48 years. Loving father of Alain (Tammy Kelly), Sharleen Roy (Darcy) and Suzane Desbiens. Proud Pawpa of Kelsey-Lynn, Cora, Riley, Quinn, Carley and Ryleigh. Dear brother of Marcel (Liette), Real (Laurianne), Ginette Lavoie (Emmanual) and the late Jeannita Lavoie. Son-in-law of Phyllis Pesklevey (nee Hartley). Brother-in-law of Bob Mayhew and Brad Mayhew (Helen). Donat will be sadly missed by many dear friends, nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Arthur Funeral Home & Cremation Centre on Saturday, October 5, 2013 from 9:30 am until 11 am. A celebration of Donat’s life to follow in the chapel at 11:30 am. Mrs. Anna Chikoski officiating. Memorial contributions to the Sault Ste. Marie Humane Society, Canadian Cancer Society or the Sick Kids Foundation would be appreciated. Expression of sympathy may be offered at www.arthurfuneralhome.com.