Henry T. "Jake" Veroneau

Henry Veroneau Obituary

Henry T. "Jake" Veroneau, 89, of 201 Providence St., formerly of 1442 Main St., died Saturday, November 8, 2008, under hospice care at Knollwood Nursing Center, after a long battle with prostate cancer. His wife of 54 years, Helen A. "Billie" Veroneau, died August 28, 1994. He leaves a son, Ray T. Veroneau of Jefferson; two daughters, June Bolduc of Millbury, Deborah A. Veroneau of Worcester; a sister, Beverly A. Sundquist and her husband Kenneth of Spencer; a brother, David O. Veroneau and his wife Pauline of Cos Bay, Oregon; his beloved granddaughter, Victoriahope McAuliffe of Worcester; many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews; his longtime friends and hiking buddies, Frank Discipio and Paul McCarthy; the McAuliffe family of Newport RI, and the Ruttencutter family of Worcester. His fiancée, Carol Ruttencutter, died December 6, 2006. Four brothers and three sisters also predeceased him: Chester R., Hugh E., Paul, and Francis Veroneau; Florence Johnson, Winifred Veroneau, and Dorothy M. Greene. He was born and raised in Worcester, son of the late Henry and Ida (Owens) Veroneau and lived in Worcester most of his life. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Henry worked as a custodian for 16 years at State Mutual Life Assurance Company, retiring in 1985. He previously worked at Cure's Furniture for many years. He was a member of the Worcester Historical Society and the Appalachian Mountain Club. He was an avid hiker and especially enjoyed Mount Monadnock and Mount Wachusett. He was a voracious reader and loved books. He was known to utter the phrase "I'd rather read a book."

There are no calling hours. After cremation, burial will be at the convenience of the family. A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held on SUNDAY, NOV. 23 at 4 P.M. at FIRST UNITARIAN CHURCH of WORCESTER, 90 Main St. The family suggests donations in memory of Henry be made to the Epilepsy Foundation of Massachusetts and Rhode Island (EFMRI), 540 Gallivan Blvd., Boston, MA 02124 or Hope for the Future, c/o Gregory L. Holmes, M.D., Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics, Dartmouth Medical School, One Medical Center Dr., Lebanon, NH 03756. KELLY FUNERAL HOME, 154 Lincoln St., is assisting the family. A condolence book is available on-line at

www.kellyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Nov. 17, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Henry Veroneau

5 Entries

Lynne Carlson-LeFort

November 24, 2008

Deb, Hope, Ray and family,

It's so sad to hear of the passing of such a lively and gentle man. He touched our lives so sweetly and was always an inspiration. We hope he is now at peace.

With love,

John, Lynne & Rebekka LeFort

Mike LaRose

November 21, 2008

Distant water cannot put out nearby fires
Always one of the guys
He'll be missed by me.

sharon giza

November 19, 2008

Debbie, Ray and family,
I'm sorry to hear about your loss of Jake. He was a peaceful, free spirit --such a great guy!
May your fond memories help you during this sad time.
With Sympathy,
Sharon Giza

Linda Rosenlund

November 18, 2008

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Karen Miller

November 17, 2008

Debby and Family,Death leaves a heartache no one can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal. We were very saddenened to read about "JAKE". What a great loss to the people who knew him. Everytime you would see him he had a smile on his face and he was always there if anyone needed anything. Remember him for the great guy he was and the difference he made in everyones life.We know nothing we say can ease the pain but may the love and friendship of family and friends help you through this very difficult time.Deb, I will always remember the fun time we had with him going to see the "Tall Ships" in Boston.If ya need anything or even someone to talk to I'm here. Karen (Daley) Miller
Again we are so sorry ! Paul and Karen Miller , John Daley

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