SACCARY, Daniel “Francis” March 6, 1979 – April 7, 2021
It is with great sadness and heartache that we the family of Francis Saccary, age 42, announce his passing on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Originally from Dominion, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Francis was the son of his proud, loving mother, Elaine (Boutilier) Saccary (Andy) and father, Daniel Saccary. Francis, born on March 6, 1979, was a genuinely sincere, caring, calm and gentle soul with a protective nature who always took the time for the ones he loved. He had many interests that he excelled at even from a young age. He enjoyed hockey, baseball, golf, boxing, jiu jitsu and motor sports to name a few. A proud member of the Boilermakers Local 73 and employee of Syncrude Canada, Francis took tremendous pride in his work. He thoroughly enjoyed working with his hands and contributing to the success of his team in the Central Maintenance Shop at Syncrude. Dependable, trustworthy and committed are just a few words to describe Francis’ work ethic. Francis and Melissa had a beautiful life together. Travelling and camping were some of their many passions and they shared amazing trips and adventures together. Their love and relationship were extremely special and everyone saw how perfect they were for each other. Francis was loved and respected dearly by everyone he met. He was known as the one who would talk to everyone he saw, whether it was a friend, acquaintance or a complete stranger. He always left a lasting impression on the individual or group he was speaking with. His kind, helpful and thoughtful nature was well known and he has created countless connections with people across many provinces. He could always cheer anyone up with his contagious smile, his unforgettable laugh and his memorable stories. Francis was adored by many and especially by his close friends. If you were ever a friend of Francis’, you were his friend forever. Francis is survived by his loving, devoted, best friend and wife, Melissa (MacDonald) and their two pups, Bronx and Cali, who were the light of his life; his parents; sisters, Dennette (Jim), Sheri (Colin), Lynette (Mike); mother-in-law, Shirley MacDonald; father-in-law, Felix MacDonald (Mary Kaye); brother-in-law, Wade (Andrea); sisters-in-law, Lori (Doug), Tracy (Michael), Lisa, Susan (Mark), Jennifer (Ashley) Watson and Ashley (Mike); as well as his adoring nieces and nephews, Carson, Cache, Mitchell, Easton, Kyle, Mason, Myles, Marley, Zoe, Teshia, Dylan, Colby, Kelsey and Kyle; aunts and uncles, Danny (Doris) Boutilier, Tom Shea, Michael (Tossie) Saccary, Sheldon (Nadine) Saccary, Winnie (Wayne) Boutilier; cousins and extended circle of family and friends, who cherished their time with him. He was predeceased by his beloved grandparents, Weldon and Millie (MacLean) Boutilier and Jake and Mary “Dit” (McNeil) Saccary; aunts, Tena (Boutilier) Shea, Polly (Boutilier) Coffin; uncle, Bert Coffin; cousin, Shaun Saccary and his precious fur baby, Jersey. To everyone who has called, sent messages, provided food, sent flowers and well wishes – your overwhelming support will always be remembered. It all means so much and is appreciated more than can ever be expressed. Our heartfelt thanks go out to his and Melissa’s Fort Mac family - Hugh and Jackie, George and Stephanie, Clayton and Jen, who have gone above and beyond during this devastating time. Throughout Francis’ and Melissa’s home are three words they used to live by and guide their lives together and we would like to leave everyone with: ‘Live, Love, Laugh.’ Let’s all take time to be with the ones we love and do something special for them like our Francis would. Let his light shine on. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Words of condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.tjtracey.com.
‘Live, Love, Laugh.’
I’m Free
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free, I’m following the path God laid for me. I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, to play. Tasks left undone must stay that way, I’ve found that peace at the close of the day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My Life’s been full, I savoured much, Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch, Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, He set me free.