DUCHARME: Adrian Paul “Pauly” of Zurich
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On August 10, 2026 @ 10:48 AM In Exeter, Obituary | 49 Comments
Pauly took his last breath on August 6th, 2026 at the age of 83. His final hours were spent peacefully and in joyful comfort with family at Jessica’s House, Exeter. He gave it his all until the end!
Dedicated husband of Joan (Lane) Ducharme (2023) for over 60 years. Loving father to son Darcy (Lisa) and daughter Margo (Micah). Loving grandfather to grandson Evan (Amanda), granddaughter Hilary (Nick), and to step-grandkids Emmett, and Luna. Smiling great granddad to Hugo and baby Thomas who arrived on August 1st. Uncle Paul, Pauly, was truly loved and cared for by many nephews, nieces, dear neighbors and dear friends.
He is predeceased by his parents Juliette Denomme (1956) and William “Boy” Ducharme (1978), his brothers Andrew (1983) and Matthew “Mac” (1993), sister Letitia “Tish” Hawkins (2003), brother-in-law Harvey Hawkins (1997), sister Sister Loretta “Toots” Ducharme (2022), sister-in-law Martha (Ducharme) Risi (August 7, 2026), and his mother and father-in-law, Helena Josephine (Martin) (2004) and Joseph John Lane (1997).
Pauly was truly a character! He had a sparkle in his blue eyes for everyone he met, and he loved to offer his hands and ideas to neighbors and friends for how to get a job done. Paul and Joan bought their farm on the Goshen in the early 60s, and worked it for some years, alongside their full time jobs. Paul was well known in his farming community as the Operations Manager of Hensall Co-op in its early growth days; then retiring in his mid-40s, he continued to work in trading and finance. He and Joan spent many years enjoying family, friends, and nature at cottages on the Bruce Peninsula, and then 28 winters with dear friends in both Fort Myers and Largo, Florida. Paul was a dedicated member of St. Boniface and St. Peter’s parishes his whole life, as well as in his Florida parish St. Justin Martyrs during his time there. As Pauly, Dad, Uncle, or Grandpa, he gave it to you straight, and was authentically himself. He was a grateful man.
Visitation will be held at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church,73334 Bluewater Highway, ZURICH (St. Joseph) on Friday, August 14th, from 10 – 11 AM, where the memorial mass will begin at 11 AM. Cremation with interment at St. Peter’s Cemetery, St. Joseph.
For those unable to attend the mass in person, a recording of Pauly’s memorial mass will be available on Friday afternoon by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
Paul’s family is deeply thankful for the compassionate care of Dr. Deborah Josephson, St. Elizabeth nurse Dan Bachert, PSW Jasmine Racine, and the staff and volunteers at Jessica’s House, including Dr. Lam, Kim, Kristen, Tori, Veronica and Cheryl, as well as all the immense support of friends and family during Dad’s last 3 years.
The family asks that memorial donations be made to Jessica’s House in honour of all who loved Paul and Joan.
Condolences for the family of “DUCHARME: Adrian Paul “Pauly” of Zurich”
Darcy, Margo and families – We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. We have many fond memories of your parents, especially at the cottages. May all of your wonderful memories bring a smile to your face and give you comfort in the days ahead. Thinking of you all. Rest in peace, Pauly.
So sorry for the loss of your dear Dad. Take care. Love aunt Veronica
Darcy, Lisa, and family, Margo, Micah and family;
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Phil and I both have known the “Silver Fox” since we were young. We have many memories of both Paul and Joan from being at the Forrester’s along with Darcy and baby Margo :-) , the cottage days and our visits in Florida. There was always a story, where the deals were, and something to be learned.
Thinking of you all with heartfelt sympathies.
Our sincere condolences to Margo, Darcy their children & grandchildren. Keep your memories close
Darcy, Margo and families
We were saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was a true gentleman.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Dear Pauly’s family – thinking of you with sadness and sympathy.
I always enjoyed – meeting up with Pauly and Joan –
I have special remembering our family connections –
🙏 Cecelia Denomme 💞(cousin)
Darcy, Margo and families. Sending our deepest sympathy. I remember as a little girl when Pauly would come to our home to hang out with my brothers. May he Rest in Peace.
To Pauly’s family
Sending heart felt condolence for you all 💝, I will never forget his phrase (ha what, ha what 😅 he could make people smile).
The Waller family would like to take this time uncle Ken, Sharon, Randy, and Robbie. We are deeply sorry for your loss and we will truly miss you uncle Paul. You were a good uncle and a true man and you always made me giggle and those blue eyes I will forever miss looking at them. God make you a beautiful place in heaven with your sweet angel up in heaven I dearly miss you both until we meet again. Love you XOXO.
Darcy and Margo and families
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this very sad time
Dear Margo, Darcy and families,
Sending sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. Pauly was a wise and kind man, giving advice and great ideas on how to do things or fix a problem. Always enjoyed our chats…short and sweet cause he was always in a hurry. The only time he slowed down was if you needed help and he’d be right there. We will miss his smile and twinkling blue eyes. He was a good neighbor and friend. Rest in peace in heaven Pauly with the love of your life. Keep your memories close to your heart. They will help you navigate this difficult time.
Darcy, Margo and families
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your dad.
We enjoyed lots of good times over the years With Paul and Joan rest in peace Paul
Mr Ducharme was always a laugh and generally started with “hey what’s happening with you ?”
And
“is that right, eh?”
He knew he was loved by his family – and there is no better way to be.
Rest Well with Joan ❤️
Darcy and Margo and your families so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing, truly a likeable man. Whenever he would come into church he would wave across the pews to me sitting on the other side. He will still be with you in spirit.
Darcy, Margo and families. Please accept our condolences. So sorry to hear about your dad passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all doing this difficult time. Rest in peace Pauly
My deepest sympathy to the family
Sending sympathy to Pauly’s family and friends. I will cherish the memories I had with him. RIP Pauly.
To all of Paul’s family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Sending sincere sympathy on the passing of your father, Darcy , Margo and Families,
A life well Lived is a precious gift, of Hope, Strength and Grace, may he rest peacefully and enjoy reuniting with his family members ♥️
To Darcy & Lisa and Margo & Micah and families and Ducharme families
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sorry to hear about your loss.. I lived beside the farm on the Goshen, and visited your Mom and Dad.
Oesch farm.
My deepest sympathy to Darcy and Margo and family
Our condolences on Paul’s passing. His friendly manner is something that the world needs more of.
My deepest sympathy to you Joan, Darcy Margo and family. Both Paul and you Joan were always a caring and a great neighbour when I lived behind you guys in Zurich. Good times at the Forrester farm and cottages in Tobermory I will always remember.
In memory of Paul, I offer my deepest condolences to all those families that are mourning his loss.
My sincere sympathy to all of Pauly’s family.
Remembering you in my thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.
R.I.P. Pauly.
I offer my sincere condolences to Darcy, Margo and all the family of Pauly. I will truly miss him. He was a well respected man.
To Pauly’s Family
Our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish all your wonderful memories.
Dear Darcy & Lisa , Margo & Micah and families
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your dear dad and grandpa.
Pauly’s sparkling blue eyes and chats will be missed dearly in the neighborhood .
May loving memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Patti and Steve
To Paulys family. Please accept our deepest condolences in your loss. Always enjoyed talking to Paul every time we’d meet. He could always brighten your day with his sense of humour. We know he will be dearly missed.
Don & Charlene
Franky and Nicole Martens
Condolences to the whole family, especially to our good friends Darcy and Lisa Ducharme. Love you guys and thinking of all of you during this time of sadness.
Our condolences to the Family and Friends.
Wayne and Helen Horner
Margo, Darcy and families
We are so saddened to hear of your dad’s passing! So many memories of your mom and dad from the pig roasts at the farm to fishing and snowmobiling at the cottage! May they both rest in peace!💕
Tanya and Wayne
Darcy and Margo. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with your entire families. Wayne &Bonnie Keller
Our deepest condolences to you Margo and Darcy on the loss of your father! Your dad was a man of great faith! May he now rest in peace!🙏💔
Darcy, Margo and families,
Sending our sincere sympathies to all of you .
Cam & Kathy Steckle
My sincere condolences on behalf of the other side of the family. John Ducharme , son of Theodore Paul Ducharme. It’s sad how many from the Ducharme family that have passed lately….All my prayers for whole families.
To all of Paul’s family, I offer my deep condolences. Jerome and I celebrated many dinners together, with Paul and Joan and the Coop staff.
May he rest in peace now.
Darcy and Margo. I am sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. It doesn’t seem that long ago that I saw him at the grocery store. Cherish the memories.
Rest in Peace Paul a man with wit charm and calmness. Sending blessings.
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father, Pauly
John and I already miss Pauly! His nightly check in calls were always appreciated.
Margo, Micah, Darcy, Lisa and families, know that Paul was iconic! He made an impression on you with his willingness to reach out.
Our sincere condolences on your loss.
to Margo/Darcy ..family…and all of Paul”s family we send our condolences !!
Darcy, Margo and families
I was saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. The last time we chatted was in Jessica’s House when your Mom was there.
I have many fond memories of your Dad when we worked together at HDC.
My deepest sympathy to you and your families.
My deepest condolences go out to Paul’s family. I had the honour and pleasure of caring for him daily over the last few months and to say it was an honour is an understatement. He always knew how to brighten a dark day, was always a listening ear and loved his banana muffins.
You will be missed immensely.
Dear Family,
My Deepest Sympathies on the loss of your Dad. I remember him at your Grandma & pa Lanes farm. We had a farm next door. I do remember his “ twinkling Blue eyes” and always smiling. Treasure the Memories. ❤️
Dear Darcy, Lisa, Margo, Micah and family,
We wish to express our deepest condolences on the loss of your Father. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Darcy & Lisa, Margo & Micah and families; and to all Pauly’s extended family and friends;
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear Dad, Grandpa and all that Paul was to so many. I have many fond memories of some great talks with Paul on many occasions over the years. He was a wise man whom I respected and always appreciated his advice.
You are all in our thoughts at this time. Rest in peace Paul. My Mom, Marilyn Heimrich wishes to extend her sympathy at this time also.
Mark (& Julie) Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer and Marilyn Heimrich.
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Dear Uncle Paul,
You are a piece of my heart now and I will always hold dear to me of how amazing an Uncle you are and were.
I love you so very much and I will miss you forever. Mom and Mojo will keep you company.
You are Forever my Uncle and I am forever your Niece Tracey Waller ❤️🙏