DE CAIRE, Jean-Paul Andre. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jean-Paul at the age of 42, after a short and courageous battle with cancer. JP will be forever missed by his loving daughter Hailey, mother Barbara, brothers and sisters, Lynn, Suzanne (John), Lorne (Liz), Danny (Louise), Yvonne, Lise (Martin), Chris (Joe), Julie (Hans), Michele (Chris), Janette (Kelly), all his nieces and nephews and many friends. Jean-Paul is pre-deceased by his father Hubert and brother Norman. A devoted father and the youngest of 12 siblings, he will always be remembered as the one with the big smile who filled the room with laughter. Visitation will be held at the Ward Funeral Home, 109 Reynolds Street in Oakville on Thursday October 9th from 4pm to 9pm. Funeral services will take place at the funeral home on Friday October 10th at 11am, reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada or the charity of your choice.