Richard E. Tremblay, U.S. Army veteran
POMFRET CENTER — Richard E. Tremblay, 84, of Brook Front Lane, died May 30, 2025, at Westview Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. He was the loving and devoted husband of the late Lorraine H. (Tercjak) Tremblay for 57 years. Born in 1940 in N. Grosvenordale, he was the son of the late Ralph E. Tremblay Sr. and Anna (Demers) Tremblay.
Mr. Tremblay worked for National Propane as a truck driver. He was an Army Veteran stationed in Germany for two years. Richard was a life-long fan of all New England sports teams and rarely missed watching the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots which he enjoyed doing with his son. His knowledge of sports trivia was unmatched. He was a past-president, coach, and umpire of Thompson Minor, Little, and Senior leagues, having been a mentor to many young players throughout his years of dedication. One of his favorite things to do was to take in a Paw Sox game with his wife, family and friends, and nothing gave him greater joy than going out to dinner and sharing a meal with those he loved. Prior to health issues, Richard and Lorraine travelled extensively throughout the U.S. and Canada. They held these memories dear to their hearts. Richard had an uncanny knack for remembering the names of anyone he met and was interested in learning all about them. As much as he would not want it stated here, that was part of his incredible charm and humor! He made a lasting impression on everyone he met.
He leaves his son Todd Tremblay, and his partner Anne Douglas of Thompson, his daughter, Tracy Tremblay, and her partner Paul Brockett of New London; his sister-in-law, Pauline Laprade (Norman) of Washington, N.H.; and a grandson. He was predeceased by his brothers, Ralph Tremblay Jr. and Ronald Tremblay.
The Mass of Christian Burial is at 10 a.m. June 6 in St. Joseph Church, N. Grosvenordale. Burial with military honors will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Richard’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Kerri Sauer, Dr. Botta, and the devoted staff at Westview Healthcare for their exceptional care and love that they showed him this past year. Many became like family over the years that their mother resided there, and this past year Richard was in their loving care. Valade Funeral Home & Crematory, Main Street, N. Grosvenordale.
Lucille A. Herrick
PUTNAM — Lucille A. Herrick, 86, of Putnam, died May 21, 2025 at her home in Putnam. She was born July 21, 1938, in Putnam, daughter of the late Armand and Jeanette (Benac) LaCombe. She was the wife of the late John Herrick; he died March 25, 1995.
Lucille was a very strong woman, independent woman and was still working until about two months ago. She worked for 40 years as the First District Clerk for Putnam’s Special District. Lucille was a big sports fan and cheered for the Red Sox, Patriots and UConn. She was very generous with family and really enjoyed a good restaurant. Lucille loved spending time with her family out at her place on Cape Cod. She enjoyed playing Bingo at Foxwoods.
She leaves her sons Kendall Herrick of Nashua, N.H., and Randy Herrick (Angela) of Putnam; her daughter Cindy Herrick of Eastham, Mass.; her grandchildren Emily Daniels, Jack Herrick and Kaleb Herrick; her sisters Joan Brewer and Barbara Page; her brother Armand LaCombe (Nadine). She was predeceased by a brother Richard LaCombe.
The Mass of Christian Burial was May 30 St. Mary Church of the Visitation in Putnam, with burial in Grove Street Cemetery after the Mass. Smith and Walker Funeral Home, Putnam.
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