Roger Fortier (87 years), peacefully passed away Friday, September 20, 2013 near his home in Debden, SK. Roger loved life, music, playing cards and was a devoted farmer and family man. He is survived by his wife of 62 years; Gisèle (Belair), his sons: Gaetan (Dianne), Michel (Coleen), Gérard (Lorie), André(Nathalie), Paulin (Nancy), Alain (Michelle), and his daughters:Pierrette (Jean-Paul) Saulnier, Monique (Chris) Huskins, Dolores (Doug) Boechler and Marie(Jocelyn) Forgues. He is also survived and will be missed by 23 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his son Aimé, his parents, and numerous siblings. Prayer Service for Roger will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial for Roger will take place on Thursday September 26, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. both services will be at St Jean Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Debden, SK with Father Tru Lee as Celebrant. Interment will be held at Debden Cemetery. In lieu of tributes, donations may be made in memory of Roger to the Whispering Pine Staff Fund, Canwood, SK or to the Debden Cemetery Fund, Debden, SK. Family and friends wishing to send online condolences may do so by visiting www.beaulacfuneralhome.com Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Beau”Lac” Funeral Home, MarianneTurcotte, Funeral Director, Shellbrook, SK (306-747-2828).