It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Claude Lacasse, 84, on May 26, 2025. Claude was born on February 19, 1941, in Saint John, New Brunswick to Auguste and Jeanne (Blouin) Lacasse. This is where he met and married the love of his life, Judy. Claude and Judy enjoyed 61 years of marriage raising their three daughters, his pride and joy.
Claude was a civil engineer by training having graduated from the University of New Brunswick class of 1964. He held executive leadership roles throughout his career in multiple provinces, including close to two decades as president of MiTek Canada until he retired in 2001. He enjoyed travelling, golf, bowling, and the occasional pool game.
Claude was a man with a gentle and quiet nature. He was always a gentleman who treated others with kindness and respect, and in return was respected by all. He was not the loudest in a room and didn’t need to be focus of attention but was likely one of the smartest. His number one priority was taking care of his family, and despite his career success, this was his greatest achievement.
He is survived by his loving wife, Judy, and children, Linda Lacasse, Lori Lacasse (Doug Pratt), and Alice Bolton (Ken). He will be missed by his grandchildren Megan Marchand (Aaron), Coleton Sweep, and Delaney Sweep, and great grandson, Mason Marchand. He will also be remembered fondly by his sisters and brother, Lola Burchill, Yvan Lacasse (Elizabeth), and Claire Lacasse. He was predeceased by his brother Maurice Lacasse. He was much admired by his many nieces and nephews on both sides of the family.
Claude was a passionate supporter of the annual Terry Fox Run having only missed six in the last 44 years and raising over $100,000 for cancer research. Memorial donations can be made to the Terry Fox Foundation in his name.
Thank you to the staff at Trillium Health Partners for the care Claude received.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Claude’s life on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. We are hosting a drop in reception at the Brampton Golf Club (7700 Kennedy Road, Brampton) between 4:00 and 7:00 PM. We are also doing a Memorial Terry Fox Walk to honour Claude beforehand. For those who wish to join us, arrive at the CAA Centre (7575 Kennedy Road South, Brampton) by 2:45 PM – the walk will start at 3:00 PM. Visit
https://give.terryfox.ca/inlovingmemoryofclaudelacasse for more details.
4 Guestbook Entries
May 29, 2025 | Kristi Walsh
Lori, Doug and family. Bruce and I are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.
June 15, 2025 | John Ryan CE64
Hello Judy
I have just received notification of Claude’s passing and wish to say how sorry I am for your loss. I often remember you and Claude from our UNB reunions . In particular I remember sitting at a table with you at our reunion in September 2014. That was our 50 year reunion and the year we celebrated that milestone by planting a tree near the Engineering Building. I will attach a photo of Claude helping to plant that tree.
August 13, 2025 | Randy Greenman
Judy and family
I’m very sorry to hear of Claude’s passing. My connection with Claude and Judy spanned over many years through our relationship at my pharmacy in Alliston. Claude was indeed a true gentleman. My sincere condolences.
August 20, 2025 | Trish
So sorry for your loss, my condolences to each and everyone of you.
Claude was definitely a one of a kind sole through all his life’s achievements and despite his tough exterior, he was a gentile giant.
He always made me laugh and our chats will never be forgotten.
It was a pleasure to get to know and care for Claude.
Rest in peace my friend ❤️