Raymond Berube,

WWII vet

DAYVILLE —— Raymond Berube, 92, of Pineville Road died April 29, 2014, at the Day Kimball Hospital in Putnam. He was the husband of Marie (LaBonte) Berube. They were married on Feb. 22, 1941, at Sacred Heart Church in Webster. She died June 5, 2004.

Born May 30, 1921, in Cumberland, R.I., son of Edgar and Albina (Roberts) Berube.

He lived in Dayville most of his life. He was a former communicant of St. Anne Church in Ballouville. He was a veteran of WWII, serving with the U.S. Navy. He was honorably discharged in 1945. Raymond worked at Anchor Glass Container for more than 20 years, retiring in 1977. He was a school bus driver for the Town of Killingly for over 20 years. He loved driving school bus, especially the cheerleaders and sports teams and working in his yard.

He leaves two sons, Richard P. Berube of Killingly and Ronald D. Berube (Louise) of Aiken, S.C.; a daughter Debra L. Burton (William) of Killingly; brother Carl Berube; sister Marie Sullivane; grandchildren, Nichole Berube, Randy Berube, Lynne Berube, Mark Berube, Brandon Burton, Shannon Haney; great-grandchildren Carter Berube, Haley Berube, Austin Haney. He was predeceased by a son, Dennis J. Berube; brother Albert Berube and Edgar Berube.

The burial with military honors was May 2 in St. Mary Cemetery. Donations: American Heart Association, PO 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005. Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds St., Danielson.

 

Robert Coderre,

Korean war vet

N. GROSVENORDALE — Robert N. Coderre, 85, of N. Grosvenordale, died May 2, 2014, in Webster Manor Nursing Home after a lengthy illness.  He was the husband of 61  years of Constance (Lambert) Coderre.  Born in 1928 in N. Grosvenordale, he was the son of the late Ulderic and Adrienne (Audet) Coderre.

Mr. Coderre was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving with the U.S. Navy from 1948 until being honorably discharged in 1952 serving aboard the USS Salerno Bay.

Mr. Coderre worked as a pipefitter for AO.  He enjoyed fishing, long walks, the ocean, family cook outs, and studying the history of WWII.  He was a member of the American Legion of N. Grosvenordale, VFW Post 10088 of Thompson, a Deacon for Faith Baptist Church in Southbridge for many years devoting his time to visiting and ministering to many people in several area nursing homes, a member of the fire brigade at American Optical, a member of the Community volunteer fire department in N. Grosvenordale. 

In addition to his wife, he leaves his son, Richard Coderre (Sheila) of Danielson; his daughters, Suzanne Shultz (Edward) of Oxford, Mass., and Brenda Beland (John) of Webster; his brothers, Normand Coderre of Sturbridge, and John Coderre of Danielson; his sisters, Harriett Blanchette of Grosvenordale, and Florette LaVallee of Webster; six grandchildren Jonathan, Hillary, Sheena, Joshua, Bruce, and Spencer; and seven great-grandchildren Jonah, Brielle, Dominique, Jade, Aden, Kane, and Audry. He was predeceased by his son Thomas Coderre, and a brother Gerard Coderre.

The Funeral Service was May 7 with burial with military honors in W. Thompson Cemetery. Donations: Webster Manor, Nursing Home, 745 School St., Webster, MA 01570.  Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale.

 

Kenneth Marshall

BROOKLYN — Kenneth A. Marshall, 84, formerly of Brooklyn and Pomfret, died May 1, 2014, at his son Kent’s home. He was the husband of Marilyn (Seaberg) Marshall. They were married in 1951. 

Born April 14, 1930, in Providence, he was the son of the late William C. Marshall and Bertha (Kumph) Marshall. He grew up in Warwick, and was a graduate of Moses Brown Prep School. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Rhode Island and was a member of Phi Gamma Delta.

He was part owner, Vice President and Plant Manager of Case & Risley Press Paper Company, Oneco, until the plant was sold to Boise Cascade. He worked for Boise Cascade until his retirement. A Member of TAPPI Association and PIMA. He was a long time member and Past President of the Pomfret Lions Club and founder of Pomfret Lion’s Club Charity Ball and was chairman for several years.

He enjoyed water sports, boating on Lake Sunapee, N.H., and the Narragansett Bay. He loved water skiing and teaching others to ski. He enjoyed and was an exceptional ballroom dancer (especially with his wife as his partner).

In addition to his wife Marilyn, he leaves his six children: Lynda M. Johnson of Parsonsburg, Md., Christine M. Parquette (Lawrence) of Putnam, Kent A. Marshall (Gail) of Chepachet, Nancy L. Mullaly Woodis (Bruce) of Dayville, Scott D. Marshall (Rosemary) of Dayville, and Judith A. Munger of Plainfield; 17 grandchildren and 22, (almost 24) great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two brothers D. Cameron Marshall and Philip W. Marshall. 

A Memorial Service will be at 2 p.m. May 10 at Smith & Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove St., Putnam. Calling hours will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Donations: Gentiva Hospice, 2374 Post Road, Suite 206, Warwick, RI. 02886; or to NECCOG Animal Services, PO Box 750, Dayville, CT 06241.

 

Mary A. Hibbard

WOODSTOCK — Mary A. Hibbard, 98, a native of Woodstock, died April 27, 2014. Born July 10, 1915, to Harold C. Hibbard and Florence Cobleigh Hibbard of Woodstock.

A lifelong resident of Woodstock, she graduated from the Woodstock Academy then went to work at the Stillwater Worsted Mill in East Woodstock and later at

Linemaster Switch. She was past president of the East Woodstock Cornet Band; her specialty was playing trumpet solos. For a time she was a vocal soloist for the Church of Christ Scientist in Hartford, and part of several choral groups in local churches. Along with her brother Ray and sister Von they entertained as the group known as the Harmoniers. Mary was an original member of the local farmer’s market where she and her sister were known for their pies and fresh produce. During the Christmas season she could be found at her Christmas Shop in East Woodstock where she produced wreaths, ropes, arrangements of greens and other crafts. She enjoyed doing her preserves and relishes and of course, Popcorn Balls.

She leaves her sister F. Veronica Hibbard; a nephew John E. Hibbard (Bernice) of Hebron; great-nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her brothers J. Eugene Hibbard and Raymond F. Hibbard, also her niece Anne Hibbard Redman.

A Memorial Service was May 3 at Smith & Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Str., Putnam, with burial at a later date in Center Cemetery. Donations: Muddy Brook Fire Department P.O. Box 222 East Woodstock, CT 06244; or East Woodstock Cornet Band, PO Box 664, Woodstock, CT 06281. 

 

Richard Santerre Sr.,

WWII vet

N. GROSVENORDALE —  Richard D. Santerre Sr., 76, of Ravenelle Rd., died April 25, 2014, at home.  He was the husband of Arline (Gatineau) Santerre.  Born in 1938 in Thompson, he was the son of the late Eugene and Alberta (Grenier) Santerre.

Mr. Santerre was a veteran serving with the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Boston and USS Wisconsin from 1956 until being honorably discharged in 1959 and worked for many years at the Rogers Corporation and previous to that at Baystate Abrasives.

Richard loved working outdoors and enjoyed hiking, biking, canoeing, and kayaking. He was an active member of St. Joseph Church in N. Grosvenordale and will always be remembered for his generosity in helping anyone in need. Please kindly consider doing a good deed in his memory

He leaves his wife of 15 years Arline Santerre; two sons Richard D. Santerre Jr. of Putnam, and Charles E. Santerre of Danielson; three brothers Leon Santerre of Grosvenordale, Maurice Santerre (Arlene) of N. Grosvenordale, and Norbert “Mets” Santerre of Quinebaug; a sister Irene Harvanek of Webster; a sister-in-law Mary Santerre of N. Grosvenordale; and four grandchildren Dillon Santerre, Matthew Santerre, Rosalie Santerre, and Maxwell Santerre; dear friends Dan and Linda Sasur. He was predeceased by two brothers Rene Santerre and Gerry Santerre and two sisters Cecile Santerre and Theresa Auger.  The funeral was private. Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale.

 

Samuel H. Alvord

PUTNAM —  Samuel H. Alvord, 72, of Woodstock Ave, died May 3, 2014, in Regency Heights of Danielson.  Born in 1941 in Putnam, he was the son of the late Frederick and Freda (Bonneville) Alvord.

Prior to his retirement Mr. Alvord was employed as a truck driver for Staples.  Mr. Alvord was a member of the Elks, Knights of Columbus Cargill Council, and a member of the Teamster and Steelworks Unions. He enjoyed the outdoors. 

He leaves two sons Keith A. Alvord (Elissa) of N. Grosvenordale and Justin M. Alvord (Angela) of Killingly; two daughters Colleen Godino (Michael) of Mansfield and Nicole Durand (Neil) of Dayville; two brothers James Alvord of Killingly and Millard Alvord of Plainfield; two sisters Nancy Boucher of Putnam and Lillian Dodgson of Missouri; eight grandchildren Michael, Morgan, Jasmine, Gavin, Cameron, Logan, Alaina, and Dillon.. He was predeceased by a son John Alvord, his twin brother Eugene Alvord, and two sisters Colleen Smith and Rose Rice.  

Visitation is from 10 to 11:30 a.m. May 10 in Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, followed by a funeral service in the funeral home at 11:30 am. Burial will follow in St. James Cemetery.  Donations: American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

 

R. ‘Bob’ Froehlich,

WWII vet

WOODSTOCK VALLEY — Robert A. “Bob” Froehlich, 88, of Rt. 198, Woodstock Valley, died April 27, 2014, at home.

Bob was born in 1925 in New York; he was the son of the late Herman and Barbara (Colling) Froehlich.   Bob served in the Navy as a Machinist Mate 1st Class, stationed in the Pacific Corridor during WWII.  Bob was employed by Athbro Precision Engineering for many years and Whitcraft, LLC, retiring in 1993.  Bob was a humble man who enjoyed spending time playing golf, gardening, cutting wood and working in his yard. Bob leaves his wife of 63 years, Arlene (Barie) Froehlich of Woodstock Valley; a son, Robert E. Froehlich (Lori Lynn) of Lake City, Fla..; three daughters, Joanne Jacobson (Lee) of Webster, Diane Froehlich and her companion Nick of Brimfield, Mass., Christine Lepine and her companion Bruce of Woodstock Valley; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren. Bob was predeceased by two brothers, Alfred and Donald of Woodstock Valley.

The Graveside Service, with military honors, will be held at 10 a.m. May 10 in Grove Cemetery, Rt. 198, Eastford. Donations: DKH Hospice and Pallative Care of Northeastern CT, 320 Pomfret St.,  Putnam, CT 06260; or Bungay Fire Department, 1256 Rt. 171, S. Woodstock, CT 06267.  Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, Webster.

 

 

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