Canada. . Fr. Yvon Lafontaine, Major Superior of the Claretians of Canada, died in the morning of December 23, after a long sickness carried with admirable serenity and conformity from the first moment when he received the news that his malady was incurable and he had a very limited time of life.

During this time he followed his life with absolute normality, without renouncing any of his commitments as Major Superior, including his participation in the General Chapter celebrated in Rome in August – September. He participated in encounters in and out of his Province and has made evident his integrity, joy and good humor. Conscious that the end of his days was approaching he has given an admirable example of his acceptance of death.

He has already met the Lord Jesus, for whom he always lived, who permitted him to have this long and painful personal advent. The Lord has come to him in this advanced and happy Christmas.