Paul Joseph Rondeau

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Paul Joseph Rondeau, who passed away in Cold Lake, Alberta, on July 4, 2026, at the age of 85 years. Born in Bonnyville, Alberta, on December 10, 1940, Paul lived an extraordinary life marked by faith, determination, innovation, and an unwavering devotion to his family.

Paul was a lifelong entrepreneur whose ventures included farming, real estate, hospitality, trucking, water well drilling, casual outfitting, and flying his plane. His strong work ethic, ingenuity, and willingness to embrace new challenges defined much of his life's journey. Above all else, Paul's greatest accomplishment and deepest pride was his family.

He was the beloved husband of Annette Elizabeth Rondeau (née Lacombe) for 62 years, having married on September 21, 1963, in St. Paul, Alberta. Their marriage was a testament to enduring love, loyalty, and partnership. Paul was the devoted father of Andrew Rondeau of Cold Lake, Alberta; David (Linda) Rondeau of Bonnyville, Alberta; Paulette (Curtis) Dahlseide of Cold Lake, Alberta; and Esther (Emerson) Quiambao of Drumheller, Alberta.

To his wife and children, Paul was their unwavering pillar of unconditional love, strength, wisdom, and sacrifice. No matter what demands life placed before him, his family including his extended family always came first. He was the person they could depend on in every circumstance, offering encouragement, guidance, protection, and support without hesitation. His presence gave confidence to those around him, and his love formed the foundation upon which generations of his family were built.

Paul will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren: Michelle (Philip) Conley, Paul (Amanda) Rondeau, Emma Rondeau, Jenna Rondeau, Destiny Jackson, Jessey Dahlseide, Garrett (Psilo) Dahlseide, Jade Fleury, Brynna Dahlseide, Aaron Dahlseide, Caleb Dahlseide, Adrien Rondeau, Athena Quiambao, Eden Quiambao, Abram Quiambao, and Anthony Quiambao, and by his great-grandchildren Bernadette, Theodore, Lachlan, Alara, and Malachi. He is also survived by his sister Annette Crawley, sisters-in-law Maria and Roanna Rondeau, numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and countless friends whose lives were enriched by his friendship and example.

Paul was predeceased by his parents, Adrien and Laura Rondeau; his brothers, Bernard and Louis Rondeau; his sister, Claire (Parley) Gardiner; his brother-in-law, William Crawley; and his beloved grandson, Mark Rondeau.

Paul's legacy is one of faith, hard work, adventure, and unconditional love. He taught by example that success is measured not by what one accumulates, but by how one serves, uplifts, and loves others. He lived boldly, worked tirelessly, gave generously, and loved fiercely. Though he will be deeply missed, his legacy lives on through the generations he loved so deeply and who will forever carry his values, lessons, and countless treasured memories with them.

Prayer Service, Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 7:00 p.m., St. Dominic Parish, Cold Lake, Alberta.  Funeral Mass, Monday, July 13, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., St. Dominic Parish, Cold Lake, Alberta with Father Limneo Zamora (Fr. Nong) officiating. Pallbearers: Paul Rondeau Jr., Adrien Rondeau, Garrett Dahlseide, Aaron Dahlseide, Caleb Dahlseide, Philip Conley. Honorary Pallbearers: Brian Lacombe, Cameron Kilbreath, Lawrence Lacombe, Derek Beaulieu, Michel Rondeau, Ezrah Quiambao. Final Resting Place, St. Dominic Roman Catholic Cemetery, Cold Lake, Alberta.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Pro-Life Alberta, 12 Spruce Ctr SW, Calgary, Alberta T3C 3B3 (prolifealberta.com) or EWTN Global Catholic Network (www.ewtn.com), causes that reflected Paul's faith and values.

Forever loved, forever admired, and forever missed.

"Well done, good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:23.

Respectfully submitted by the family.

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