ROLAND JAY ALDERMAN - COLCHESTER - Roland J. Alderman, 52, died peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Monday, Jan. 21, 2013, in Fletcher Allen Health Care, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Burlington on March 29, 1960, to Donald K. Sr. and Thelma (Hood) Alderman. He graduated from Milton High School and worked at Shaw's Supermarket and, later, at Richmond Market. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and watching the Boston Red Sox. He is survived by his son, Corey Alderman; mother, Thelma Alderman; brothers, sisters and spouses, Donald Jr. and Michelle Alderman, Brian Alderman and partner, Linda Czech, Jeff Alderman, Linda and partner, Dave Weunsch, Thelma and Bill Trayah, and Vicky and Mike Blondin; and many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. Funeral services will be held on Friday, Jan. 25, 2013, at 7 p.m., during visitation from 6 to 8 p.m., at Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Chapel, 97 Elmwood Avene, Burlington. Flowers are welcome or memorial contributions may be sent to be used at the family's discretion.
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To the Alderman family, I knew Roland back in the late 80's. We worked together at the old colchester P&C. I remember his fun loving sense of humor and love for life and family. I haven't seen him in years and was shocked to see of his passing at such a young age. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Hollie Jacobs
February 14, 2013
Roland now all is well. I miss u. <3. Rest in peace dear man.Dianne
January 31, 2013
to my brother.you fought hard,never gave up.kept your independence and dignity until the very end!we are all so proud of you.but you can rest now,you deserve it!have fun with dad!we will be together again!love ya!
vicky blondin
January 28, 2013
I miss you Roland, but i know you are in a better place and no longer in pain. You and dad are my angels and are now together. I love you bud and you will always be with me. RIP Roland
Linda Alderman
January 28, 2013
To one of my awesome sons Roland whom I shall always love and be proud of may you Rest in Peace your favorite mom.
Thelma Alderman
January 27, 2013
As I sit here tonight thinking of you I seek comfort in knowing you will no longer be in any pain. You will forever be in my heart and I will keep your spirit alive through the fond memories we shared. I love you uncle Roland-hope you and pops have reunited on the lanes!
Angie
January 27, 2013
I love you Roland!! Will miss you terribly. But just knowing that you are with dad and no longer suffering is helping me get through this. Bet the two of you are swinging those golf clubs already. Rest in peace my dear brother and know you will forever be in my heart.
Thelma Trayah
January 26, 2013
To All the Aldermans:
Roland was was a wonderful friend and we will miss his humor. We were fortunate enough to spend a couple of days with him last year and were hoping to to the same again this spring. Roland was like a brother to me and we both loved him. Hugs to all who cared for him. Take comfort in this time of grief that Roland is at peace and with his father.
Scott King and Benita Lopez-King
January 26, 2013
Roland loved each and everyone of you very much, when we would talk he would tell all the wonderful things each and everyone you did for him. He was also very proud of all his nieces and nephews. I know your the reason he fought so hard and long for. He will be forever in my heart!
Penny Therriault
January 25, 2013
Don, and the Alderman family. So very sorry to hear of your loss, our thought and prayers are with you all. He will forever be in our hearts.
Steve & Linda Zeno
January 25, 2013
Brian, my thoughts and prayers are with with family.
Vilma Cary (DEC)
January 25, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. So sorry for your loss. I worked with Roland at Digital and also bowled with him. I have a great picture of him dancing at our wedding with a fellow buddy. He always had a smile and kind word to say to everyone he knew and met. He will be missed.
Pat Hardy
January 25, 2013
Don & Michele
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Alderman family during this difficult time.
Karen Jean
January 25, 2013
Thoughts and Prayers from your extended family at Greers Dry Cleaning.
January 24, 2013
So very sorry for your loss, Roland will be missed by many
Tim Wallace
January 24, 2013
To Rolands family. My heart breaks for such a sweet person to have suffered. I have been friends with Roland for 12 years. We were Shaw buddies. From day one he and I hit it off. Loved him. That man would give the shirt off his back for you and not ask a whisper in return. Prayers for you all.... much love to Roland and may her rest in peace.... I can just see him up on the sunny golf greens in Heaven!
Connie & Dean Lawton
January 24, 2013
To the entire Alderman Family,
Just wanted to let you know that you are "all" in my thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your loss. Remember to look for the butterflies in spring. Roland will be right there with your Dad floating around you to say "Hi, I'm right here with you". Love to you all!
Martha Benway
January 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I worked with Roland at Digital and I also got to bowl with him. We had so much fun. I also have a great picture of him dancing with a fellow buddy at our wedding. He was a great guy and he will be missed.
January 24, 2013
Dear Alderman family, I am so, so sorry!!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time!!!
Mary Ellen Alderman
January 24, 2013
So sorry for the loss of your loved one, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Katie Morits
January 24, 2013
Dear Alderman Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Roland was such a giving person, always ready and willing to help anyone. May he rest in peace.
Cindy Magner
January 24, 2013
To the family of Roland - Roland was a very kind person. i shopped at Shaw's in Williston when her worked there and he always show kindness to me, very helpful and very pleasant - always stopping to say "hi", and can I help you find anything. I missed him when he left the Williston Shaw's. I was shocked to read that he had passed - so sad and I am so very sorry for your loss. May the family and close friends of Roalnd find peace with the word of the Lord and know that Roland is at peace now.
Pamela Fontaine
January 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Don, Mary Ellen, Dillon and Amanda
January 24, 2013
So sad to lose a loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Donna & Bruce Wagner
January 24, 2013
Aunt Thelma, Linda, Thelma, Don, Brian, Jeff, Vicky. You remain in my thoughts and prayers always.
Rosie
January 24, 2013
Dear Alderman Family,
I am sad to hear of Roland's passing. I worked with Roland at Digital for many years. He was a very sweet man. All my prayers to his family.
Deb Bergeron
January 24, 2013
Aunt Thelma,
We are so sorry to hear about Roland's passing. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill & Linda
January 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the entire Alderman family.
Angie Meltzer
January 24, 2013
I will always remember that huge smile. You will be missed my friend.
Anna Massey
January 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family for thier loss. I have many great memories with Roland.He will be missed dearly by many.
Aileen (PeeWee) Wagner
January 24, 2013
To the whole Alderman clan, my prayers and thoughts are with you all. He fought a good battle with a great sense of humor. He and Don are kicking back right now and he is at peace. XOXO, Karen
Karen Alderman
January 24, 2013
So sorry for your loss,
Lorraine Lafferty
January 24, 2013
Jeff, we're so sorry for your and your family's loss.
Jen and Charlie Quavelin
January 24, 2013
We are sorry for your loss. The loss of a loved one is a very difficult time and only time will heal this pain. The best medicine is having a wonderful family that be there for each other. We have known the Alderman Family for years, we all grew up together. Cherish all the memories of Roland and know that he is in a better place. Again our deepiest condolences.
Holly Lambert
January 24, 2013
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