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Bernard Racine Obituary
Born in Webster, MA, he was a son of the late Theophile and Azilda (Caron) Racine.
Mr. Racine was the former owner of Sprague Metal Industries and received his BA degree from the University of Connecticut. He was an Army Veteran of WWII and Korea and a past president of the Trudeau Center.
He is survived by his loving children: Charles A. Racine and wife Elisa and Susan M. Racine; grandchildren: Alyssa, Remy and Max; and siblings: Arthur, Gloria, Albert and Lucille. He was the brother of the late Alice, Helen, George, Richmond, Priscilla and Francis.
Funeral Service Monday at 3:00pm at the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main St., E. Greenwich. Burial will be private. Visitation prior to service 1-3pm. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Trudeau Center, 3445 Post Rd., Warwick, RI 02886.
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Shelley A. Oconnell
May 24, 2018
thinking of my Uncle Benny..you are forever loved and missed.
Doreene Marchesseault
August 29, 2008
Dear Chuck(y), Elisa and family,
we were very saddened by the passing of such a great man, your dad, one of my many favorite uncles. I have always cherished the times that I stayed with your parents, sort of a little vacation--long before you were born. Your dad was a very gentle, patient and loving person. He is at peace now and with your mom- cherish the memories that you have.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
All our love,
Richard and Doreene
Marchesseault and family
Lucille Koncinsky
August 27, 2008
P.S.
For those of you who don't know, Bernard was a brilliant musician, and a self-taught artist. The beauty of his violin playing matched the beauty of his life. He was my mentor in many ways. Wish he were here for one last duet with me. Memories will last forever. Thanks for that.
bob terino
August 19, 2008
Bernie was a fine a descent man. May he rest in peace
Mickey Rossi
August 4, 2008
Dear Chuck,Elisa and family member,
We are very saddened to hear of Bernie's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. He will be missed by all who knew him and by all the lives he touched along the way.
The Rossi's
Bill Myers
August 4, 2008
Dear Chuck and family,
I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. He will always be remembered by all as a great man who did great things for those that were less fortunate.
My deepest sympathy.
Shelley Mignone
August 3, 2008
My Godfather, my Uncle Benny, I love you and will always miss you and Auntie. I am so fortunate to have had you both as my godparents.
Lucille Koncinsky
August 3, 2008
Dear Chuck and family,
There are no words to express how much I loved your father. Only he knows that. What a terrible waste of a wonderful person. Before and even after he became ill he had so much wisdom, love, and patience to give to all who knew him. He is at peace at last and leaves incredible memories for all of us.
Aunt Lucille and family
Donald Trudeau
August 2, 2008
To the entire Racine family
My sincere condolences on the loss of Bernie. He was one of the pioneers of the Trudeau Center, a mentor to me during my terms as President and someone who I called a friend.
He will be deeply missed.
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