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1918
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2014
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Louis Lucier Obituary
NORTHBRIDGE - Louis J. "Chewy" Lucier, 96, previously of Highland St. and Colonial Dr. passed away on Sat. Oct. 18, 2014 at Millbury Health Care where he had been a resident. His wife of 63 years Marcelle M. (Ouellette) Lucier passed away on Aug. 3, 2004. He is survived by 2 daughters Beverly A. Langlais of Dudley and Nancy A. Lucier and her partner Karen Kazarian of Millbury; a daughter-in-law Nancy J. (Deveau) Lucier; 5 grandchildren, Debi Perlioni of S. Windsor, CT, Peter Langlais and his wife Valarie of Oxford, Bruce Langlais and his wife Karen of Dudley, Tammy Lucier of Ashford, CT, and Bobby Langlais and his wife Tara of Millbury; 13 great grandchildren, Scott, Courtney, Marc, Nick, Kristina, Emily, Bryan, Nicole, Eric, Gianni, Max, Bryce, and Madison; 1 great-great granddaughter, Kalina and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a son Dcn. William J. Lucier in 2011 and a son-in-law Richard Langlais in 2005 as well as his 8 brothers and sisters. Born in Northbridge on March 23, 1918 he was the son of John B. and Deana (Lavelle) Lucier and lived in Northbridge most of his life. After he graduated from Grafton High School, he worked in the Fisherville Mills and played semi-pro baseball in Woonsocket, RI where he was signed by the Red Sox and played in their farm system until he was called up to the Red Sox in 1943. He then went on to play for the San Diego Padres, Minneapolis, Jersey City. After his playing days were over, he continued in baseball and in 1947 managed the Whitins Little League team, Club Marquette, and the Whitinsville Legion Baseball team. He umpired for the Worcester County High School Assoc. from 1952-1967. He worked for the former Whitin Machine Works in Whitinsville and Charlotte, NC for over 30 years, retiring in 1981. Chewy received many awards including being inducted into the Grafton High School Hall of Fame and the Boston Chapter of the Baseball Writers Assoc. the "Former Red Sox Award" both in 2008. He was also inducted into the Blackstone Millville Assn. Hall of Fame in 2009. A very humble man he very rarely spoke of his achievements. He loved his family and friends and knew most everyone around town by name and enjoyed frequenting the local markets. He had an affinity for all sports especially baseball and his Red Sox. He also loved his vegetable gardens, model trains, and golfing. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all of the staff at Millbury Health Care and Compassionate Care Hospice for their great love and care during his time there.
His funeral will be held on Wed. Oct 22 from Jackman Funeral Home, 12 Spring St., Whitinsville with a Mass at 11 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church, 1 Cross St. Burial will follow in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home will be held Tues. Oct. 21 from 4- 8 p.m. Donations in Chewy's memory may be made to The Jimmy Fund, Attn: Contributions Svcs., 6th Fl., 10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445, Millbury Health Care Activity Committee, 312 Millbury Ave., Millbury, MA 01527, and Talon's Christmas Wish, PO Box 197, Charlton, MA 01507.To leave a condolence message for the family, please visit www.
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Jack Moran
October 13, 2023
Nancy, Bev and the entire Lucier family,
I can't believe 10 years has already passed since your father, grandfather and great grandfather has died.
I certain of one thing and that is the Red Sox vs. the Yankees debate is continuing into eternity.
I do miss Chewy or Deacon Bill's Dad as I would refer to him on many occasions and on that note I am certain that Deacon Bill and his father are happily together in Heaven.
May God continue to Bless the Lucier family,
Jack Moran
October 25, 2014
Nancy
Our sincere condolences. Your dad left quite a legacy. Our prayers are with you.
Love, Judi, Dick, Richie & Kyle
Karen McKinstry
October 22, 2014
Nancy, I am so sorry to learn your Dad has passed away. Please know my heart and prayers are with you. Please find comfort in the wonderful memories you have of a great Dad!! Love you!!!
Susan D. Pepin
October 21, 2014
Dear Bev and your entire family,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. You always spoke very highly of him and his accomplishments. I will keep you and yours in my prayers. Stay well!!!
JIM GUNNING
October 21, 2014
Tammy, Nancy, & Lucier Families,
Trudy & I would like to express our heartfelt sympathies & Condolences to all! We were very lucky and honored to have spent some wonderful times talking with Lou at Lucier family gatherings. The old Red Sox stories were my favorites of course. Trudy remembers Lou as a kind loving gentle man who was all about the kids and family. Lou certainly touched many many people along the way and will be missed dearly. Keep all the great memories close to your hearts.
Peace & Love,
Jim & Trudy Gunning
Janet Fournier
October 20, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to Chewy's family. He will be missed at Millbury Healthcare Center.
Michael Vermette
October 20, 2014
Rest in piece Uncle Chewy. I'll always miss you. I have wonderful memories of talking to you every time I saw you.
Diane(Vermette) & Bob Forgette
October 20, 2014
Rest in Peace Uncle Chewy. You were a wonderful person and we always enjoyed the times we spent with you. I was truly blessed to have you as one of my favorite uncles. You, Nancy and Bev along with the rest of your family will be in our prayers.
Alfred Cardin
October 20, 2014
when Chewy was playing for the Red Sox in 1943, his brother Leo and I were stationed in Boston in the Navy. He came over to see us and gave us tickets to see him pitch the next day.
Chewy was truly a great ball player and a great person.
Al Cardin
Jack Moran
October 20, 2014
Nancy, Bev and the entire Lucier family,
We all now mourn the passing of such a wonderful, humble and I might add incredibly kind man.
I have always considered it an honor to have been fortunate enough to spend precious time with both Lou & Bill.
Of course the most amazing aspect of Lou's life is how he managed to live with a die hard Yankees fan all those years))):
Well I am certain the great debate on who is the better team can commence in earnest now as the Yankees vs. Red Sox sides are even once again. I almost expect to be hearing some significant thunderstorms soon )):
While we all mourn the passing of such a wonderful person, we must also celebrate the way this Christian man led by example. A faith filled man who was an outstanding husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and will be missed by all but never forgotten.
Yes Lou made a difference.
Finally we all take comfort in believing we will see Lou again one day.
Jack Moran
October 20, 2014
Our sincere sympathy to the entire family. Tom & Linda Szarek
Kristina Wood
October 20, 2014
Our sympathy to the family. He will be sorely missed.
Lou Galipeau
October 20, 2014
Bev, Nan, and all family members. It is with deep felt sympathy that we send this wish. Your Dad was a superstar in every form of life. He was a great son and brother, a husband, a father, a grand father, an uncle, and a friend of all who met him. I am so proud to have been his God Child, and I know that he sits in Heaven right now. God is rewarding him for being the Christian that he was. All my love to you all. Marlene and I are so happy to have visited with him and Nancy, just one month previous. I will cherish the last baseball autograph that he signed for me. I have two. The one he signed for me when I was born, and this last one. Love, Lou and Marlene
Nancy Bergeron
October 20, 2014
I had the pleasure of interviewing Lou and he led a fascinating life. I not only loved hearing about his baseball career but also about his musical talents. He was a self-taught musician and played saxophone in a trio. He will be missed by everyone who had the opportunity to meet him. Nancy B.
October 20, 2014
I am amazed to read of such an interesting life story of a man from my own town. I pray for the whole family in their mourning. May you find comfort the the Bible's hope.
Mike Santora
October 20, 2014
I met Mr. Lucier at the Grafton High School Hall of Fame Induction a few years ago as we were inducted the same night. His acceptance speech was remarkably humble in that his main point of emphasis was apologizing for being the losing pitcher in a 1-0 loss to Millbury. It still bothered him after all those years.
Dave Mullins
October 20, 2014
Nancy & KK,
So sorry for your loss.
Michelle Mercer
October 19, 2014
Nancy, Bev and family, my deepest sympathy at the loss of this gentle kind man, he stole my heart in a way I cannot describe and I was truly blessed to have been a part of his and your lives and will always cherish the memories of special times together, may God bless you and give you comfort knowing he is at peace and with his beloved wife and son and that we will see him again in Paradise until then keep your memories close to your heart for they are God's gift , you are in my thoughts and prayers always. Love Michelle
Mary Riani
October 19, 2014
I met Mr. Lucier in February when he posed with the 2013 World Series Trophy at MHCC.He greeted everyone with such kindness.I will always remember him and feel blessed to have met him. My best to his family in the difficult days ahead.
Bert Sierra
October 19, 2014
My friend chewy may you rest in peace. Your friend from eascare ambulance bert it was a pleasure to met you may God give your family strength in this tough moments God bless my friend
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