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Clermont Veilleux Obituary

Clermont “Frenchie” Veilleux, age 76, of Bridgeport passed away peacefully and surrounded by his beloved family and longtime friend Guy Rouseau on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at Bridgeport Hospital after a long battle with cancer. Clermont was born on October 27, 1939 in Thetford Mines, Quebec, Canada. One of 13 children, Clermont came to the United States in 1963 to play for the Norwalk Home Oilers, whom in 1968 settled into the newly established Wonderland of Ice and became the Bridgeport Home Oilers, with whom he played left wing and wore number 15. A man of many names throughout his life he was first dubbed the “Flying Frenchman” for his agility on the ice. Clermont played all five seasons with the team before it disbanded the season after its Mobil Cup trophy win. Clermont followed the sport through which he made a name until the end, watching games on television and attending local ones most weekends. An avid golfer as well, Clermont could be found practicing his swing or playing a quick 9-holes at Fairchild Wheeler. Clermont retired as a self-employed carpet mechanic. But it will be his larger than life personality for which he’ll be remembered best, a personality with which he regaled everyone with whom he crossed paths with jokes and stories. A loving husband, father and grandfather, Clermont is survived by his wife of over fifty years, Lisette; son Stephan (Heather English); daughters Nathalie (Kenneth McCarthy) and Jennifer (Michael Cavallaro); grandchildren Jordan, Madeleine, and Patrick; many beloved family members in his native Canada. The family would like to thank Clermont’s many friends who visited, called, or had them in their prayers. Special thanks to Dr. Daniel Rudolph, Dr. Justin Persico and nurse Donna, Dr. Joung and the staff at Smilow Radiology, the staff of Bridgeport Hospital Tower West 7th Floor and VITAS for all their support, love, and prayers. Funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00a.m., in the Redgate – Hennessy Funeral Home, Main Street and Gorham Place, Trumbull. Interment will be private. Friends may call Sunday from 4p.m. to 8p.m., in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VITAS Healthcare Hospice, 99 Hawley Lane, Stratford, CT 06614. To send online condolences please visit www.redgatehennessy.com

Published by The Hour on Feb. 13, 2016.
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Sincères sympathies à la famille de notre cousin Clermont

Famille Edouard Rodrigue

February 22, 2016

Sincères sympathies à la famille de Clermont.
La famille Edouard Rodrigue

February 22, 2016

So sorry for your loss , my thoughts and prayers are with you entire family & friends

Gavin Forrester

February 17, 2016

À tous les membres de la famille,
Beaucoup de bons souvenirs nous reviennent lorsque nous pensons à Clermont.
Sa joie de vivre, sa générosité, sa facilité à rendre les gens heureux autour de lui.
Sa bonne humeur provoquait toujours des éclats de rire.
Que l'amour de la famille et des amis vous réconfortent en ces jours difficiles. Nos plus sincères condoléances.
Louise, Jean et Sarah.

Louise Veilleux

February 16, 2016

Veilleux Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Clermont's passing.

God Bless you Bobby.

Mike Bogart

February 16, 2016

So sorry for your loss , my thoughts and prayers are with you entire family

tony ruggiero

February 16, 2016

Lissete and family. Sorry about your lost a great father,husband and friend Frenchie is in a better place he will be miss dearly our prayer to you and your family. Moncy Vargas. Mickie mom. And hector

Hector,moncy Vargas

February 15, 2016

Our deepest condolences to the Veilleux family.

Bob & Jackie Langner

February 15, 2016

Donna

February 14, 2016

Jennifer, Stephan, Natalie and the entire Veileux family:

We were saddened to learn of the passing of your father. We take with us fond memories of a great guy with fascinating stores from his life.

Our condolences to Lisette, as well and we know your family will be with you through this tough time.

May god bless Frenchie and his family

Vinny & Esther DeAngelis

February 14, 2016

Lisette, Nathalie, Jennifer and Stephan ... So sorry to hear of "Bob's" passing. Please accept my condolences. You are all in my thoughts at this difficult time.

Josee Morin

February 13, 2016

To your Familly. Deepest Sympathy...May he rest in Peace.

Annette/Gabriel Roy

February 13, 2016

Lisa and Family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I have so many memories from being neighbors and caring for the children after going to the games. You are in my prayers.

Michele Casson (Cino)

February 13, 2016

My deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15.

February 13, 2016

simphathies to the family

vital huguette baillargeon

February 13, 2016

Dear Nat & family: So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know you have a lot of great stories and countless memories. Cherish those moments.

Lynn Bodges-Craska

February 12, 2016

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