Thomas R. "Tapper" Poudrier

1939 - 2012

Thomas R. "Tapper" Poudrier obituary, 1939-2012, Northampton, MA

BORN

1939

DIED

2012

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Ahearn Funeral Home - Northampton

783 Bridge Road

Northampton, Massachusetts

Thomas Poudrier Obituary

NORTHAMPTON. Thomas R. "Tapper" Poudrier, 73, of 28 Laurel St., passed away at home Sunday surrounded by his family.

Born in Northampton Jan. 21, 1939, Tapper was the son of the late Phillip and Myrtle (Pierce) Poudrier. He was educated in local schools and attended Smith Vocational High School. He was proud to have served in the United States Marine Corps from 1956-1958.

Tapper was a welder and mechanic for several businesses in the area for many years, retiring in 1993. He later worked at the Williamsburg Transfer Station. Tapper also repaired lawn mowers and snow blowers for many years.

He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed gardening and was a member of the NRA, the Chesterfield Four Season and the Hadley Young Mens' Club.

He is survived by his wife Betsy (Ryan) Poudrier; his daughters, Laurie Ryan and her husband Kevin of Florence and Shelly Walker of Haydenville; his three brothers, Philip Poudrier of Greenfield, Henry Poudrier of Melbourne, Fla., and Larry Poudrier of San Bernardino, Calif.; his sister, Pauline Sullivan of Grangeville, Idaho; his two grandchildren, Kyle and Kara Walker; several nieces and nephews and his beloved dog Maddie.

Tapper's Funeral will be Thursday morning 9 a.m. from the Ahearn Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian burial in the Annunciation Chapel at 10 a.m., and burial with Military Honors in St. Mary's Cemetery. Calling Hours are Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. Donations in Tapper's memory may be made to the VNA/Hospice if Cooley Dickinson, PO Box 329, Northampton, MA 01061, or to the Lathrop Home, 215 South St., Northampton, MA 01060.

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Published by Daily Hampshire Gazette on Oct. 9, 2012.
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Betsy,please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thinking of you.Sincerely, Joan Padeck

October 11, 2012

Betsy, Laurie, Shelly, Kyle and Kara,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Tapper was a great guy and I always enjoyed talking with him. Remember all the good times and he will always be with with you in your hearts. Much love... Cheryl Hewes

Cheryl Hewes

October 10, 2012

Dear Betsy and family,

How sad for all of you to lose a husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. Although your hearts are filled with sadness and sorrow at such a deep loss, know that family and friends are there to help ease your pain, offering comfort and support. Remember on the the good times you shared. Share your stories as you laugh and cry together. May many happy memories of Tapper fill your thoughts and bring comfort to your hearts in the days ahead.

With deepest sympathy,

David and Susan Ryan

October 10, 2012

Betsy:

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Norma and Thomas McElligott

October 10, 2012

Betsy, Aunt Laurie and Shelly, I just heard about Tapper, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this time.
Love,
Nathan

Nathan Patten

October 9, 2012

Betsy, just heard about Tom, our deepest sympathies, may he rest in peace.

Pete & Barbara Bak

October 9, 2012

My dearest Betsy, Laurie, Shelly. We will miss Tom dearly,what a vital man he was who enjoyed life so much! Jim and I will always remember that fantastic smile when you walked into the room. I especially remember the family get togethers at my nieces Laurie and Shelly's when he would say here's Aunt Nancy !! What a guy,and god bless you all,we grieve with you!

Jim and Nancy Dickinson

October 9, 2012

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