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Victor Bechard Obituary

BECHARD, Victor L. Victor L. Bechard, 61, of New Britain, formerly of Bristol, and husband of Olivia "Libby" (Salmoiraghi) Bechard died Friday (June 13, 2008) at Hartford Hospital. He was born in Bristol April 17, 1947 and was a son of Mary (DiBiase) Bechard of Bristol, and the late Joseph Bechard. He had lived most of his life in Bristol before moving to New Britain several years ago. He was a Sales Service Representative for various major saw manufacturers. He was a US Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam War. He attended Bristol Eastern H.S. and graduated from Tunxis Community Technical College. He was a parishioner of St. Matthew Church where he enjoyed going on retreat with the St. Matthew Church Men's Retreat League. He enjoyed golfing, bowling and bird watching. Besides his wife and mother he leaves a son Jonathan Andrew Bechard of New Britain, a stepson James Joseph Peters, Jr. of Bristol, three daughters and two sons-in-law Jodie and Danny Fortin of New Britain, Gina Bechard Robbins of Boston. MA and Lindsey and Jeffrey Sepa of Bristol; a brother and sister-in-law Joseph II and Karen Bechard of Canton, two sisters and brothers-in-law Wendy and Neil Leduc of Bristol, and Dawn and Jeff Bayer also of Bristol; Victor also leaves seven grandchildren whom he adored and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held Tuesday 9 a.m. from DuPont Funeral Home, 25 Bellevue Ave., Bristol, followed by a mass at 10 a.m. in St. Matthew Church. Burial with full military honors will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol. Calling hours will be held Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jun. 14, 2008.

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Lorrie & Alex Morton

June 13, 2009

Our loving wishes are with all of you on Vic's heavenly 1st anniversary. I know that if Vic has his way, he will not let anything happen to his family. He is watching over each of you and he would want you to be strong and to remember all the good times. Libby, you know that even though we are 1000 miles apart our friendship is still strong and I think and pray for you so often! I know that our Lord will keep his hand on your shoulder always (do you remember)?
Vic will never be forgotten and he was a lucky man to have a wonderful, loving family!
God bless and love,
Lorrie & Alex

Mrs. Libby Bechard

June 13, 2009

Victor, It is now one year later, already. I was sitting with you holding your arm in the I. C. U., right at this time. Watching you take a breath every 7 seconds. At two A. M. your heart stopped, and I lost you forever. My heart is still broken, and oh how I wish I could talk to you, and you could hear me. Loving you forever, Libby

June 11, 2009

Well it's June 11th., the day I married you. I wish you were here instead of in heaven. Help me get through this day. I love you. Libby

June 10, 2009

Victor, I wish you could see all the peaches that are growing on your tree. June 11th. would be our 32nd. anniversary. I can remember last year when you were in a semi coma on our 31st. I yelled to you, and you did answer with a "what", that was the last word you spoke. You died 2 days later. I love you, and miss you awful.

June 9, 2009

Dad, It is almost one year since we lost you and it has been a tough year...espcially for Mom. Take good care of her and I will try my best too. Miss you and can't wait to hold you again someday. xo

Libby Bechard

April 17, 2009

Victor, My husband, I visited you today, and planted some geraniums. I left a birthday balloon, since today would have been your 62nd. Birthday. Since I cannot wish you a happy birthday here, I look to heaven, and wish you a heavenly birthday. I saw your brother at the cemetary, and was so happy to see that he didn't forget. We both loved you so much. He brought you a pack of marlboro's. My sister, and I went to your favorite restaurant to eat, to honor your life, and your birthday. I miss you so much, and still can't believe that you are gone, and I will never see you again. I love you, Libby

April 6, 2009

April 6, 2009

Dad,

Miss you -- especially now that all the birds are out for Spring.

xo

Livia Bechard

September 15, 2008

Victor, It is now 12 weeks since you left us. I still can't believe that you are gone. I visit you on the days that I have off, and feed all the birds. They visit you all the time, and there are so many of them. You would be so pleased. My heart is still breaking, and I want you to be here. I thank God for every memory of you. Love of my life. Your Wife, Libby

Jonathan Bechard

July 23, 2008

Hey Dad,
Its me jono.. I miss you alot and think about you every day..We might have fought but you were always there for me and i love you for that... You truly did save my life when i was little and made a much better life for me than i ever deserved..LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!!!!!!!

Olivia Bechard

July 23, 2008

Dear Love, I am so sorry that we didn't make it to Florida. I ache for your company daily. When I touch your pictures, I can feel you. The birds visit you all the time, and We make sure they are fed. " Goodbye my friend," I love you always. Libby

Dad & Baby Caleb 2001

Jodie & Co.

July 11, 2008

Hey Dad,

Missing you alot...I know you would have had a blast this week in Rhode Island. Thanks for the beautiful weather now that you have some "pull" in all the high places. Gone too soon...we love you so much -- promise to look after Mom. xo

Gina Bechard

June 25, 2008

Daddy. I love you and miss you. Not a day goes by that I don't feel you and your inspiration. Watch over Mommy and Caleb and Abbey.

Allie Butler

June 22, 2008

Dear Victor faimly
I'm realy sorry to hear of Victors passing.My fullest sympathy to everyone.Many years have passed since the years on fair st.Victor has left behine many joys and memories.I hope they help you through this sad time.My thoughts are with you.Allie Butler

Pegi butler

June 20, 2008

My heart felt Condolennces go out to the Bechard Family. It has been many years that our paths have crossed but you all have been in my heart. May the grace of God help ease your sorrow. love Peggy Butler I was our neighber on Fair st Forestville My thoughths are with

Cathy *Butler* Keating

June 20, 2008

My sincerest condolences to the family of Victor. I remember him as a childhood neighbor and big brother to Dawn & Wendy.

Dolores Patrissi

June 18, 2008

Dear Libby, So very sorry to hear of your loss. I know Vic was the love of your life. It was nice to know that you finally had found happiness you so deserved. My love and prayers to you and all your family. Love knows no boundries between Heaven and Earth and we will all meet again in a future place where there is no pain and sorrow, just a peace that goes on forever.

Love and God Bless, Dolores (Dee) Patrissi -Bristol, CT

Jodie & Dad

June 18, 2008

Dad & Baby Caleb

June 18, 2008

James & Dad

June 18, 2008

Richard DiBiase

June 17, 2008

Dear Olivia,

My sympathy to you and your family. Thank you for allowing me the honor of being one of Victor's pallbearers.

Stacie Lucia

June 17, 2008

To Mr. and Mrs. LeDuc, Gram, Morgan & Ryan,
I am truly sorry for your family's loss. You are in our thoughts and our prayers.
Love,
Stacie, Mike, Kasey, Chloe & Lindsey Lucia

Kathleen Gavin

June 16, 2008

My dearest Libby, I am so sorry to hear about Vic's passing. I know you and Vic had a wonderful life filled with many blessing, tender memories and loving smiles together. I am sorry that the earthly timing was not in line with the Lord's plan . I hope that you and the family will feel the tender love of the God's comforting embrace during your time of loss. I will hold you all in my prayers. You are loved.

Roger & Arlene Patten

June 16, 2008

Libby, Jon and Family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our hearts goes out to each of you. Love always! The Patten Family.

Diana Meyer

June 16, 2008

Jodie and Dan: My prayers and my thoughts are with you both and with your family. I know how hard it has been on all of you these pass months and how much you both were always there for your Dad. His struggle is over and now he will be at peace. Take comfort in knowing your strength, your love and devotion to your Dad in his time of need will now give you the strength to get thru these sad times ahead. God Bless and know I are all here for you.

CORETTA SEARS

June 15, 2008

Sincere condolences are extended to the Bechards' family on the passing of a great Dad,Brother,Uncle,Grandpa,and friend. Victor was a great friend and patient I've had a chance to take care of victor in the hospital and he was full of laughter and great zeal, he was a buddy to me not just my patient i will always remember him in my prayers, To his caring family he was truly loved by all, I pray that the Lord strengthen you in love and Unity and may the peace that passeth all understanding be with you. Remember these comforting word LIBBY', I do hope it brings peace to your aching heart" BLESSED ARE THEY THAT MOURN FOR THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED....BE blessed and may his precious soul rest in eternal peace.

Alex & Lorrie Morton

June 15, 2008

Dearest Libby and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Vic was a mighty presence on this earth and will be missed by many! May all of you feel God's loving arms around you at this sad time. God bless and we'll talk soon.
All our love,

DONNA THERIAULT

June 14, 2008

Dearest God you recieved a good man when.you welcomed him to heaven he was a good man and a good brother=inlaw he will truly be missed by his wife and me .god now you are carring him not goodbye but will meet again in paradise ox scott nicole and Donna FLY ON WINGS OF EAGLES

Jodie Fortin

June 14, 2008

Daddy / Grandpa, We love you so much and we will miss you now and forever until we meet again...Love Jodie, Danny, Savannah & Sawyer

Barbara A. Valentin

June 14, 2008

Dear Olivia...Know that you are in my prayers. God has blessed Vic with His special healing. Keep in your heart the many memories you have! May God give you comfort and support especially in these coming days...with love, Barbara Taylor Valentin

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