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George Chauvin Obituary
He leaves his wife of 60 years, Constance J. (Rheaume) Chauvin; five daughters: Paula M. Chauvin of Cocoa, FL, Donna M. McDonald and her husband Dan of Thompson, CT, Susan A. Desaulnier and her husband Richard of Dudley, Ann C. Bonnette and her boyfriend Ted Sharpe of Clifton Forge, VA, and Jeanne L. Katrenak and her husband Joe of Webster; a son, Thomas J. Chauvin and his girlfriend Jennifer Mank of Cambridge; a brother, William Chauvin of Auburn; seven grandchildren: Jennifer and Leslie Chauvin, David, Carolyn and Jeanie Desaulnier, James Bonnette and Kelly McDonald; a daughter-in-law, Sara Chauvin of Southbridge; a brother-in-law, Lionel "Smitty" Nadeau of Webster; a former son-in-law, Jim Bonnette; nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by a son, Richard G. Chauvin, in 2002.
He was born in Webster, a son of George A. Chauvin, Sr., and M. Desanges (Leboeuf) Chauvin, and was a lifelong resident. He graduated from Bartlett High School in 1943 and completed studies at the New England School of Accounting.
He was an Army Air Force Veteran of World War II.
Mr. Chauvin was the president and owner of Chauvin Painting Contractors, Inc. from 1949 to 1999. He also owned and operated Chauvin Paint and Wallpaper from 1969 to 1999, when he retired. He remodeled Sacred Heart Church in 1957-1958 and supervised the repainting of the church again in 1991.
He was a communicant of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. He served as a lector, Eucharistic minister and member of the original parish council. He belonged to the founding group of the League of the Sacred Heart, serving as its financial secretary for many years. He was a member of the Webster Advisory Board and was active in the Webster-Dudley-Oxford Chamber of Commerce.
The funeral will be held Friday, October 3, from Scanlon Funeral Service, 38 East Main Street, with a Mass at 11:30 AM in Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 16 East Main Street. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Calling hours are from 4:00 to 8:00 PM Thursday, October 2, in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations be made to the Saint Anne's Elementary School, Technology Program, 12 Day Street, PO Box 818, Webster, MA 01570-0818.
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Jeanne Nalewajk
October 28, 2008
Dear Jeanne,
Bruce and I wanted to tell you that we are thinking of you and we are very sorry for the passing of your Father. We are glad that you are there for your Mom and the rest of your family. I hope you and your family keep wonderful memories alive in your hearts!! We love and miss you Jeanne and hope to see you soon!! Bruce & Jeanne Nalewajk
TINA LENA
October 4, 2008
PAULA AND FAMILY , MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I KNOW YOU HAVE WONDERFUL MEMORIES TO CHEERISH FOREVER THOSE ARE THE thing;s that KEEP US GOING AND THE BELEIF THAT WE WILL SEE THEM AGAIN.. (I REMEMBER SOME FUN COOKOUT;S AT THE LAKE w/amway )
Judith,Cathy and Danny Chauvin
October 2, 2008
Our condolences go to you and yours. We have made a donation at the charity of your asking and will see you Friday..We love you very much and once again am very sorry for the loss of Uncle George ..
Jill, Scott & Isabella Mello
October 2, 2008
To Jeanie and her family:
Our condolences go out to all of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jayne Hinchliffe
October 2, 2008
Donna, Sue and Ann,
My deepest sympathy to you and your families. Having recently lost my own dad, I know exactly what you are all going through. May happy memories carry you through this sad time.
Jayne (Kus) Hinchliffe
Tracy Salmon- Richert
September 30, 2008
Tom, and family,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family.
Brenda Brayton and family
September 30, 2008
Sue and family,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. May your memories give you comfort now and in the days ahead. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Edward Dauksz
September 30, 2008
I grew up in Webster and George gave me my first job when I was about to go to college , painting for Chauvin & sons. I can remember the Sacred Heart job doing the gold leaf with George Sr. doing his favorite marbelling.. I always admired George for his kind patience in helping some of young guys get started. My sincerest sympathy. I will keep him in my prayers.He was a great guy.
Beth Sielawa
September 30, 2008
Dear Mrs. Chauvin,
I will always remember your husband in a very special way.He actually created my first engagement ring from Leon. It still is a very sentimental part of our lives. George took a curtain ring and added a screw to look like a diamond and than put it in the prettiest box I had ever seen,this memory will stay with me always.
The family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Lu-Anne, Paul and Gabrielle Bernier
September 30, 2008
To Donna, Sue, Mrs. Chauvin and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. No one can take the place of a loved one, especially a Father and a Husband. May you all find peace remembering your life together with him.
With Deepest Sympathy,
John and Ted Holden
September 30, 2008
Dear Constance and family,
We wish you peace of heart in your loss and to forever enjoy all the wonderful memories of your life with George.
Robin Seifert
September 30, 2008
Donna and family,
Please accept my warmest condolences during this difficult time for you and your family. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Ryzewski Kelly
September 30, 2008
My deepest sympathy..I remember Mr. Chauvin so well. My mother would always take me into the store,I know he will be deeply missed.
Nellie labay
September 30, 2008
To Jeanie and her family:
Our condolences go out to all of you at this time! Jeanie, we are here for you if you need anything or want to talk! We are only a call away!
Love,
Nellie, Dan, Julie, and Rhianna
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