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Roger Frechette Obituary

FRECHETTE, ROGER J. JR. Roger J. Frechette, Jr., of Branford, died Tuesday October 22, 2013. Roger was born October 24, 1953 in North Tarrytown, NY, a son of Attorney Roger J. Frechette, Sr., of Branford, and the late Barbara Jacob Frechette. Roger was a graduate of Boston College, and received his Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. He was a former newspaper reporter, and he became the manager for the law practice of Frechette and Frechette in New Haven. Besides his father Roger is survived by his sister, Elise Frechette of Branford, brothers, Michael (Donna) Frechette of Middletown, James Frechette, William Frechette, and Judge Matthew Frechette, all of Branford and Franz Frechette of Nederland, CO; his niece, Eleanor Frechette and his nephew John Frechette. Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Friday morning at 11:00 in St. Therese Church, Branford. Burial will follow in St. Agnes Cemetery, Branford. There will be private family calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to St. Therese Church, 105 Leetes Island Road, Branford, CT 06405. The W. S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main Street, Branford is in charge of arrangements. For directions and online memorial see www.wsclancy.com.

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Published by The New Haven Register from Oct. 23 to Oct. 24, 2013.

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Chuck Reigle

July 31, 2014

To the Frechette Family :

I just today learned of Roger's passing. He was like a brother, and I will always remember him. Condolences .

John Conlon

March 7, 2014

Cannot believe what I am reading....shocked and saddened by my friend's passing. We go way back..my first day at Hopkins...BC....Neil Young...Pretenders...Iggie concerts....lots of fun always...my best to the family..great people

November 13, 2013

Dear Michael, Donna, Ellie and Frechette Families,
Our sincere thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to all of you at this difficult time and we are sorry for your loss.
Leslie & Sal Spatola

October 30, 2013

Dear Roger, Matt, Franz and the Frechette Family: I just learned of Roger's untimely passing. From my family to yours please accept our deepest heartfelt sympathy on your loss. God Bless you all.
Sincerely,
Bill Palmieri and family

Jamie Dahill

October 29, 2013

Hard to believe Roger "Duddy" is gone. We had a bunch of good times while both of us were at BC. Will miss asking Jamie what Roger is up to.....sorry for your loss, Frechette family. Rest in Peace, RF Jr.

RUSSELL MCNAIR

October 29, 2013

I'm SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,HE WAS MY BUDDY,MY FRIEND,HE WAS ALWAYS THERE FOR ME WHEN I CALL HIM,I FOR COURT TIME OR ADVICE WE JOKE AROUND A LOT HE IS MY BIG BROTHER SO MANY YEARS,GOD BLESS THE WHOLE FAMILY,LOVE RUSSELL MCNAIR

Jim & Karen Flanders

October 25, 2013

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, especially during this time. May God bless you and be with you now and always. Much love to you all.

Joyce Connelly-Plourde

October 25, 2013

To the Fecehette Family: So sorry to hear of Roger's passing. Many great years at St. Aedan's with him and the family.

Debra Levi

October 25, 2013

Sorry to hear this sad news
Prayers to the Family & Friends of Roger

Kelly Hinkle

October 24, 2013

Words cannot convey my shock and sadness upon learning of Roger Jr.'s passing. I have so many happy and funny memories from working with him...he loved to make comments to annoy me and I can still hear his laughter. I will always remember him as a good person I could count on, even after I moved out of state. I am so saddened to know I will never hear his laugh again. I am sorry we cannot be at the service on Friday as we are in Florida. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Max Brunswick

October 24, 2013

This is truly a tragic loss to all who knew him. His kindness to me when I was forced to retire as a result of several debilitating illnesses, will never be forgotten. I know Roger, Matt, and Franz so well as truly great lawyers who carried themselves with grace and dignity and demonstrated the highest standards of honesty and integrity. I wish I could be there to offer my condolences but I am now confined and unable to travel.

Michael Patton

October 24, 2013

Sorry 2 hear of Rogers passing,the family is in our hearts & prayers

Connie

October 24, 2013

Sorry to hear of his death. Years ago he represented me and others in prolife cases. I thank him for his service to us. Now he is with the Lord

Carol Kenyhercz

October 24, 2013

My Deepest Sympathies to the Frechette Family.

October 24, 2013

Roger, Matt, and family:

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Roger Jr. Hopefully; all the good things you and your family have done over the years have paved the way for him.

Best regards,

Lou & Maryann Ranciato

James Ciarcia

October 24, 2013

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Roger. I share your grief and shock.

Brian Murphy

October 24, 2013

Roger, Elise, Michael, Jamie, Bill, Matt and Franz:

I was shocked and saddened when I learned of Roger, Jr.'s passing. He was so kind to me and to Sheila over the years. My heart aches for each of you at this very sad time.
I cannot attend the Mass because I am in Florida. I will have a Mass offered for him here.

Maura Wilson Coppola

October 23, 2013

I am sorry to hear of my classmate from St Aedan's School, Roger's death...
'My condolences.

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