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Clarence Arsenault Obituary

Clarence "Chuck" Arsenault,78, of Leicester, died peacefully in his home on Tuesday, August 19th.

His wife of 29 years, Helen (Pengilly) Arsenault died in 1992. He leaves a son Charles Arsenault and his wife Laura of Westminster, a daughter Lisa Flink and her husband Douglas of Auburn, four grand children Thomas Arsenault, Matthew Arsenault, Douglas Flink, Jr. and Daniel Flink, a sister Doris Bennett of Worcester, two brothers Norman Arsenault of Worcester and Paul Bennett of Westminster, nieces and nephews.

He was born in Newark, N.J, the son of Nazaire and Azemia (Cormier) Arsenault and moved to this area with his family as a young child; first living in Gardner, then Worcester and eventually to Leicester where he lived for the past 45 years.

Chuck, served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Air Force. He graduated from Worcester State College. He was an optical engineer at American Optical Co., in Southbridge for 27 years, retiring in 1987. Chuck was a dedicated member of the Worcester Lodge of Elks and served as a trustee and treasurer for many years. He was blessed to have a group of wonderful close friends, and if it was Tuesday or Thursday afternoon he was likely having an absolutely fantastic time playing golf at the Baypath Golf Course in E.Brookfield.

The funeral will be held on Saturday, August 23 from the MORIN-MORRISON FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main St., Leicester with a Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Pius X Church, 1153 Main St., Leicester. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Leicester. Calling hours are Friday from 5 to 7p.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Helen & Chuck Arsenault Memorial Scholarship Fund (to benefit Leicester High Students), c/o Greater Worcester Community Foundation, 370 Main St., Suite 650, Worcester, Ma. 01608-1738.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Aug. 20, 2008.

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Lisa Marie Berthel

August 27, 2008

Dear Doris & family,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I had no idea that he had passed. It's hard to lose the ones who mean so much to you. Find comfort & strength in one another as the days move along.

Peace,
Lisa Marie & Don Berthel Jr. and boys

Sue (Anderson) Dube

August 22, 2008

Chuck and Lisa,
I just saw the obit today for your dad, and was so sorry to hear of his passing. The picture of him is just as I remember him, always smiling. Have comfort knowing he is at peace with your mom.
God Bless you in this time of sorrow

Rick Smith

August 21, 2008

Dear Lisa and family.

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are all thinking of you during this difficult time.

Rick Smith and everyone at Smith & Brink

Mike Patti Furmanick

August 21, 2008

Lisa and family
We are sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this time.

Kathy Martinelli

August 20, 2008

Lisa and family,
So sorry about the loss of your dad. I know you did a great job caring for him.
Our deepest sympathies.
The Martinelli family

Bob & Julie Pengilly

August 20, 2008

Chuck and Lisa, we just heard about the passing of Uncle Chuck. Our hearts go out to you both. Uncle Chuck and Aunt Helen were two of the nicest people we ever knew. There are so many fond memories that we smile now just thinking of some of them. From the time that Aunt Helen showed up at our apartment door with bags of groceries to help us out in our new life together, to the days spent on the golf course with Uncle Chuck, watching him at 20 feet off the green and giving an 8 iron a full swing and just getting on the green. Chuck, do you remember the look you and I had when he was about to hit the ball? I miss those times. Great times with great people. They were great parents, raising two wonderful and special children. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you both.

Cathy Wood

August 20, 2008

Lisa
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Charlene Plona

August 20, 2008

Lisa and family,
We would like to express our deepest sympathy and let you know our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you during this difficult time.
Chris, Charlene, Cameron, Nicole and Parker Plona

Robin Desimone

August 20, 2008

Lisa and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

aggie neal

August 20, 2008

lisa, chuckie and families. we are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. we remember many fun times with your mom and dad at our get togethers, and later your dad. he is now with your mom and feeling "fantistic". out thoughts and prayers are with you all. Aggie and Jeff Neal ........ Ormond Beach, Fl.

Linnea (Brown) Rego

August 20, 2008

Chuck and Lisa,
I am truly sorry for the loss of your Dad. I remember him as a warm and happy man.

LHS Classmates of 1984

August 20, 2008

Lisa,
We were sad to hear the news about your father,and we've got you and all of your family in our prayers and thoughts.

Kirsten Johnson

August 20, 2008

Lisa and family -
I am truly sorry for your loss. May your memories of him carry you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Nancy Boisjolie

August 20, 2008

I had the pleasure of working with Chuck at American Optical. He was a great guy who always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. My sincerest condolences to his family.

Wendy,Bill,Ryan,Jack,Ally O'Neill

August 20, 2008

Lisa,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time.

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