Roland J. Barrette

Taunton Roland J. Barrette, 76, died Tuesday, May 20, at his home in Taunton. Born in Stoughton, he was a graduate of Stoughton schools. He was a resident of Stoughton for many years before moving to Taunton three years ago. Mr. Barrette worked as a custodian at the Helen Hansen School in Stoughton for over 10 years. He retired several years ago. An avid sports fan, he was a member of the V.F.W. in Stoughton. He is survived by his sons, Mark A. Barrette of Attleboro, Erik R. Barrette of South Carolina, Keith A. Barrette and his wife Claire of Florida and his daughter Donna Inglis of Plymouth. He was the brother of Linda Bois of Bridgewater, Elsie McLellan and Robert Barrette, both of Easton, Sadie Gilbert and Dorothy Bowker, both of Brockton, Arthur Barrette of Florida, Elizabeth Taylor Goodman of Dennis and the late Anthony Barrette, Alfred Barrette and John Barrette. He is also survived by four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews; and his former wife, Donna M. (Robinson) Barrette of Raynham. Funeral prayers will be offered at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, Connery Avenue, Bourne, Wednesday, May 28, at 11 a.m. Visiting hours omitted. Arrangements by Farley Funeral Home, Stoughton. Donations in Rolands memory may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, c/o Barrette, 12251 NW 29th Manor, Sunrise, FL 33323 or to http://pages.teamintraining.org/sfl/waterway08/kbarrette. Obituary at www.farleyfh.com.