PILOT DIED - Air Canada and Canadian Air Force Pilot Maurice Patenaude, age 54, died on Sep.26, 2023 from "terminal renal cell carcinoma" (Turbo Cancer)

NEWS: Air Canada Pilot Maurice Patenaude

It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Maurice Patenaude, at the age of 54, on September 26, 2023.

An Air Canada captain, he flew his last flight in December 2022 following a diagnosis of terminal renal cell carcinoma. He fought this dreadful illness valiantly and tenaciously, characteristic of his indomitable spirit.

A career pilot, Maurice was very much appreciated and respected by all; it was with the Canadian Air Force reserves and Air Canada that he was able to fulfill his passion, flying.

He is mourned by his new bride, his family, his friends, his aviation colleagues and all who crossed paths with him.

His decision to leave his body to medical research reflects his wish to contribute to the battle against cancer. Respectful of his wishes there will be no traditional funeral but rather a celebration of life, details to be announced.

Should you wish to donate in his memory, please consider supporting cancer treatment research or Ukrainian refugees as he did.

In this period of mourning, we thank the staff of the Medical Surgical Intensive Care unit of the Toronto General and his oncologist Dr. Fallah-Rad.

Dear Mo, rest in peace, you are in our hearts forever.

His family

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