All Obituaries

The soul of Serge Henri Boudreault, 84, has left this life to explore the great mystery of the place Serge always referred to as “Heaven.” Serge was born in Mistassini, Canada a son of the late Rene H. and Marie-Cora (Reny) Boudreault.  Serge leaves behind his wife, Claire (Bissonnette-Wright) Boudreault. He was predeceased by his first wife Catherine (O’Donahue) Boudreault. He also leaves two sons, Rene Henri Boudreault with wife Nadine, and Sean Thomas Boudreault...

Paul A. Desfosses Sr. 80, of Pond St. passed away on December 6, 2023, at the Philip Hulitar Center. He was the husband of Leona (Moreau) Desfosses. Born in Woonsocket, he was a son of the late Ernest and Georgiana (Caya) Desfosses. Paul was a proud veteran and served in the US Navy and Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a forklift driver for Cumberland Engineering retiring in 1974. Paul loved music and enjoyed singing and playing the guitar. His greatest joy was his family. Besides...

Claudette M. (Lafond) Champeau 78, of Woonsocket, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at the home of her son Marc Champeau surrounded by her loving family. She was the loving wife of Normand Champeau.  Claudette was born in Woonsocket, a daughter of the late Roland and Juliette (Pelland) Lafond. She was a loving and devoted mother and wife and dedicated homemaker. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children: Marc Champeau and his wife Sheri of Sutton, MA, Lise...

David A. Cook 66, of Second Ave. passed away on November 21, 2023. Born in Woonsocket, he was a son of the late Wyman and Lillian (St. Louis) Cook. He was the brother of Kathleen Sylvestre of North Smithfield, Richard Cook of Warwick, Michelle Cote of Templeton, MA, and Kimberley Babilon of Camden, SC. He was predeceased by brothers Wyman and Derryl Cook. David worked as a textile mechanic for several area businesses. He was kind and friendly and always willing to help his neighbors. A...

Dennis R. Boudreau 71, of Blackstone, passed away at home on November 20, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Lorraine (Lepine) Boudreau for forty-nine years and a loving father to Tricia Falke and Dennis Boudreau Jr. He was also a wonderful grandfather to Katelyn and Hayley Boudreau, Brianna Galvin and Aiden Falke. Dennis was born on March 25, 1952, a son of the late Robert and Doris (Frappier) Boudreau. He leaves his siblings, Richard Boudreau of North Smithfield, Madeleine Babiarz and her...

Edward Tokarski 73 of Woonsocket, also known as “Dad” and “Pep”, passed away Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at RI Hospital. He was the loving husband of the late Lorraine (Cloutier) Tokarski. Ed was born in Bremen, Germany a son of the late Stephan and Josepha (Spevak) Tokarski. He was a self-employed carpenter and framer for many years. Ed loved his tools, and enjoyed fishing, especially at Olney Pond and Stump Pond. He is survived by his children: Tina Glaude of...

Mark B. Niadna 60, of Woonsocket, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023, at Hope ealth Hospice and Palliative Care, ProvidenceHealth Hospice and Palliative Care, Providence with Free Bird playing and his daughter by his side. He was the loving father of Danielle Rrethatoku of New Port Richey, FL Mark was born in Woonsocket, the son of the late Bernard and Claire (Beauregard) Niadna. He was a permit expediter for Permit Services for many years. Devoted to his family, he cherished every...

Huguette (Simard) Trudeau 90, passed away Monday, November 6, 2023 in the Friendly Home. She was the wife of the late Roger J. Trudeau. Huguette was born in Drummondville, PQ Canada, the daughter of the late Alfred and Beatrice (Grondin) Simard. She worked in management for Amica Insurance Company for many years. Huguette enjoyed crossword puzzles and reading. A committal service will be held Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 11:00 am in St. Jean Baptiste Cemetery. Please visit...

Richard D Thibodeau 76, of Bernon St. passed away on October 30, 2-23 at The Friendly Home. Born in Northbridge, MA, he was a son of the late Delphis and Aurore Thibodeau. He was the father of the late Joseph Jacques. Richard was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed watching the races on TV. He was a happy-go-lucky guy who enjoyed helping his friends and could always be counted on if you needed a ride. Visiting hours will be held Monday, November 6, 2023, at the Fournier & Fournier Funeral...

Deborah K. Durant 56, of Vine St. passed away on October 21, 2023, peacefully at home with her immediate family by her side after a long battle with oral head and neck cancer.  She was the beloved wife of Raymond Durant. Born in Woonsocket, she was a daughter of Valerie (Patton) Nault of Woonsocket, and the late Normand Nault. Deborah was a lunch lady at the Woonsocket Middle School for ten years. She loved gardening, going for long walks and listening to music. Her greatest joy was her...