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Jeanne M. Blair
We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Jeanne Blair, 86.
She died Sept. 21, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on June 11, 1936, in Putnam to Norman and Catherine Messier. She was married to Donald Blair who preceded her in death in 2001.
Jeanne was a dedicated worker at Digital in Westfield, MA for many years. She retired to FL with husband Donald in 2000. She was a mall walker in her retired years, and had many friends though the Senior Center of Ocoee, FL.
She leaves her sister Norma Enright (John) of St. Petersburg, Fla., and her sister-in-law Judy Messier of Eustis, Fla.; children David Hicks and partner Lynne Killam of Westfield, Mass., Lori Pulley (Darryl) of Winter Garden, Fla., Kenneth Hicks (Jane) of Woodstock; caretaker and daughter Lynn Malone of Winter Garden. Her husband Robert Malone died in 2012.
She was known as Grammie to her 10 grandchildren, Christina Pulley, Darryl Pulley and fiancé Amber, Kenneth “Gabe” Hicks (Stacey), Matthew Malone, Barbara Hicks, Kelly Malone, Katelynn Pulley, Jake Hicks and partner Haley, Jessica Hicks and partner Ryan, Travis Hicks and partner Marin; four great-grandchildren, Taylor, Wyatt, Colton, and Charlotte; her Yorkie Gracie (Gracie loved Grammie, protected her, and never left her side.) She will always be remembered for her kind, and gentle ways.
A private service will be held for the immediate family. Donations: Matthew’s Hope Ministries, 611 Business Park Blvd #101, Winter Garden, FL 34787.
Christian ‘Chris’ Drouin
ORMOND BEACH, Fla. — Christian “Chris” Drouin, 73, died Oct. 11, 2022 in Ormond Beach. Chris was born July 17, 1949, in the town of St. Zacharie, Quebec, Canada, to Arius and Jeanne D’Arc Drouin (Roy).
The Drouin family moved to Putnam in 1963 which is where Chris spent most of his life until retiring to the Daytona Beach area. The ever-present sunshine agreed with him. Chris made friends and touched hearts everywhere he went.
He enjoyed riding his bright red Can-Am, fishing, bowling, and walks on the beach and in parks. He took great pride in making repairs indoors and out for himself and his neighbors.
He would want us to mention that “Maman” did not hesitate to let all his siblings know that he was her most beautiful baby. His family wishes to thank Buddy (dog) and Trouble (cat) for keeping him entertained and comforted during these difficult months. Our sincerest gratitude to the devoted friends in Florida who were there to assist him especially Candace Acker who advocated for Chris and was present in his time of need.
He leaves three children Michael (Sarah), David and Nicole; six grandchildren, Craig, Brady and Shelby, Adam and Nathan, and Natasha; five siblings: Jean-Paul (Denise), Denis (Pat), Gaetan, France and Manon (Brian); nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews; friend Candace Acker; his dog Buddy and his cat Trouble who kept him entertained and comforted during these difficult months. . He is predeceased by his parents, brother Jean Yves, and grandson Tristan. He is predeceased by his parents, brother Jean Yves, and grandson Tristan.
A private memorial will be held in the future. Donations: Animal Rescue of New England located in Rhode Island.
Marion C. Leins
Marion C Leins, 70, died Oct. 5, 2022, peacefully at home. Born Jan. 22, 1952, in Putnam, she was the daughter of the late Frank Sr. and Mary (Botham) Currier. She is predeceased by her husband John H Leins Jr.
Marion had been a resident of Pomfret for most of her life before moving to Brooklyn 10 years ago. She worked in purchasing for Lambot Lumber in Pomfret and Chace Building Supply in Woodstock. Marion was an active member of the First Congregational Church of Pomfret where she had once served as a deacon and later as a treasurer. She was an avid reader and liked to garden.
Marion was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who leaves behind her children: Cherish Greene of Erwin, N.C., Xander Leins of Brooklyn; grandchildren Tabitha Ayers of Bluefield, W.Va., Jesse J Greene of Danielson and Amara Birch of Fayetteville, N.C.; great-grandchildren Alexander and Axtin Birch; siblings, Frank R Currier Jr., Mary E Martin, Carmel B Currier, Arthur B. Currier and Dale C Currier and cousin James Lyon Jr.
Marion was laid to rest beside her husband in the Abington Cemetery and a Celebration of Life was held at the First Congregational Church of Pomfret Oct. 15.
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