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Roland Lalumiere Obituary
Central Village - Roland E. Lalumiere passed away on Monday July 6, 2020, unexpectedly at his home. He was 64.
Roland was born on January 18th 1956. He attended Killingly High School and was a long-time resident of Central Village, CT.
Roland was an enthusiastic camper and enjoyed spending his time camping with his wife. He was also a proud member of Yankee Yesteryear Car club and proudly displayed his late father's 1978 truck in the Putnam light parade.
Shortly after high school Roland met his wife Cheryl McQuesten-Lalumiere at one of his first jobs at Big Dollar and married the love of his life at St. Johns Church in Plainfield. They were married for 43 years. He worked as an experienced sheet metal fitter at Electric Boat and as a machine operator at the Rogers Corporation. Roland and Cheryl had two children. His daughter Crystal Lalumiere-Wood is married to Alan Wood and gave him three grandchildren Celeste, Bryan and Charlotte who all proudly called him Papa. His son Craig Lalumiere is engaged to Stephanie Whitten and he was looking forward to attending their wedding this fall.
In addition to his wife, children and grandchildren, Roland is predeceased by his parents Jean Lalumiere and Roseanna Lalumiere. He leaves behind his two brothers and sisters whom he all loved. His tireless love and devotion to his family and friends were evident in all that he did.
A service will be held on Friday July 10th at 10:00 am at Evergreen Cemetery in Central Village, CT. All are welcome, but those in attendance must maintain social distancing and wear masks. www.doughertybrosfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to memorial trees, Sprucedale Gardens, Woodstock, CT 860-974-0045
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Maria Ponciano
July 1, 2023
3 years it's hard to believe. Thinking of you all today on the 3rd year of Roland's anniversary. May your treasured memories make you smile. For Roland loved making prople smile. Miss you, your laughter and your ability to always make my day at work when you had an appointment
Melanie Galton
July 29, 2020
I was so very saddened to hear of Roland's passing. It sounds cliche, but I mean it when I say he was literally one of the nicest people I've ever met. Always with a big smile and such a genuinely sweet guy. Always so proud to talk about his family too. I will never understand why this happens to such good people, but heaven has gained an amazing angel.
Allen Horn
July 23, 2020
Dear Lalumiere family: My sincere condolences for the loss of Roland, your husband and father. I worked with Roland for the past year or so, and always enjoyed his kindly conversions on family, camping and life in general. I will miss working with Roland. I am so sorry for everyone's premature loss and a coworker, friend, and family member
Maria Ponciano
July 14, 2020
Cheryl and family-I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Roland will be missed by so many. A wonderful man that always had a smile on his face and always made my day when he came to my office. Ive known him for many years way back to when I started in the medical field when I worked in Moosup at Plainfield Medical Associates and as I was drawing his blood one day after saying I know you from somewhere, we figured out we knew each other from him being my cousins best friend. May your cherished memories of all the wonderful times you had together help you through your time of sorrow. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family . RIP my friend until we meet again.
Love Maria Leandro Ponciano and family.
Mary Porter-Price
July 11, 2020
We first came to know Roland when his son Craig transferred to our Boy Scout troop. Over the years Roland enjoyed many a camp out with my husband Sam. Roland helped out with two Eagle Scout projects that our sons were undertaking. Craig also attained the rank of Eagle Scout.
Roland had a wide smile and a glint in his eyes. We were lucky to be the recipients of his bear hugs many times. He was always there to help out no matter what was needed.
Roland was so proud of his wife, his son, his soon-to-be daughter-in-law, his daughter, her husband and his three grandchildren.
They say, "Only the good die young". Roland was certainly young and definitely good. He will be missed by his family and his many friends. Rest in peace, Roland
Christine Lynch
July 10, 2020
I am so sorry for your family's loss. I always enjoyed working Roland and appreciated all the help he offered. He will be missed greatly.
Sonya Armstrong
July 9, 2020
My deepest sympathies, what a wonderful man!! Rest In Peace!!
Deborah Merrill
July 9, 2020
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Roland's passing. He was a genuine "light" and an unselfish man who always stepped up to help people.
Roland often bragged about his wonderful family...his children...the grandchildren...and his wife. His infectious chuckle will be missed.
My sincere condolences to the family. May wonderful memories sustain you through this difficult time of grief. Heaven has certainly gained an angel.
Most sincerely,
Deb Merrill
Pam Schiefer
July 9, 2020
I so enjoyed when Roland came to my desk for assistance, it was always a pleasure to chat with him. Such a lovely man with a nice family, he will be greatly missed by so many!
Jodi Lovely
July 9, 2020
I worked with Roland for a short time at Rogers. He was such a great guy always friendly and pleasant to me. You will be missed. RIP ❤❤
Condolences to his family.
Billy Thoare
July 9, 2020
Roland was the most wonderful person i have ever meet. We talked many times about kids & grand children. Roland loved them all very much, you could see the love that he had for them in his eyes. He loved talking about antique trucks and the light parade.Roland was a great guy We will love you and miss you always.
Patti Welch
July 8, 2020
My condolences to the family. Roland was one of the good guys.
Crystal Beausoleil
July 8, 2020
So sorry to hear about Roland. He was such a great guy and always new how to cheer you up when you Were having a bad day. Rest easy Roland. You will be missed by so many.
Debbie Lefebvre
July 8, 2020
Cheryl, thinking of you and your family. Sending prayers of support.
Linda Lalumiere
July 8, 2020
Cheryl, Chrystal, Craig, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Roland will be so missed by so many of us. Chuck and I so enjoyed Friday morning breakfasts at Danny's with you Cheryl, and Roland. Roland always shared the latest news about his kids and Grandkids. Always at the ready with the latest photos.
Louise Lalumière
July 8, 2020
Mes sincères condoléances à toute la famille de Roland. Je suis une cousine éloignée du Québec. J'ai eu le privilège de côtoyer Roland quand j'étais enfant et que lui et sa famille venaient au chalet à Weedon. Ce sont de bons souvenirs qui resteront toujours dans ma mémoire. MEs pensées vus accompagnent en ces jours tristes!
Leslie Newton
July 8, 2020
I am so sorry for Cheryl and her kids and grandkids. My thoughts and love are with you. Love and sympathy
Nicole Lalumière
July 8, 2020
mes sympathies les plus sincère a la familles
Jeanie and Bill West
July 8, 2020
Cheryl, Crystal, Craig and families, Very sorry to hear of Roland's passing. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Tracy Stenhouse
July 8, 2020
My heart aches for Aunt Cheryl; his children and grandchildren. Uncle Roland was always the person that you were looking for in the crowd. He wasnt hard to miss with that huge smile he always had on his face. He gave the best bear hugs! He loved his children and grandchildren very much and was so proud of them! When they werent around he talked about their accomplishments and how proud he was of them. He was so thoughtful that he would never let a year go by without sending me a birthday card. Heaven gained another angel! Rest In Peace! Bear hugs, until we meet again! ❤
Amie Tworzydlo
July 8, 2020
So sorry to hear of Roland's passing. He was so friendly and easy going to everyone. You could count on him for a smile and a nice conversation. He will be missed by us all.
Joy and Gerry Golob
July 8, 2020
Very sorry for your loss. Roland was a great person and a friend. Prayers going to his family.
Cheryl Proulx Cote
July 8, 2020
I met Roland when I was 13 yrs old. My parents would go every Thursday grocery shopping at Big Dollar and there was Roland with his contagious smile. He had a heart of gold and was special to so many people. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. To Cheryl his love of his life, His son Craig and his daughter Crystal there are no words that will heal the pain you are all feeling at this moment of time but celebrate his life with your family and his beautiful grandchildren. Tell stories laugh thru the tears. Sending my deepest condolences and love. God Bless you and your family. Cheryl Proulx-Cote Friend
Tom Brennan
July 8, 2020
My condolences. Had some good times in scouting. Always had a smile.
Michael Semmelrock
July 8, 2020
My condolences to your family. I always enjoyed a conversation with Roland at work. A pleasure to have met him. Great person with a big heart. We will miss him .
John hardell
July 7, 2020
God speed old friend. My heart goes out to all his family and friends I will miss him .
Dennis Jolley
July 7, 2020
This is said news. I remember Roland, Allen, and Charlie well. We used to go swimming at the Wauregan reservoir when we were kids. Back when they lived on Taft street. Always looked up to all three of them. So sorry for your loss. I know he must have been a great father and grandfather. Life is way to short. God bless you all who were close to him.
Dennis Jolley
Joanne & David Ross
July 7, 2020
You were always there for anyone that needed your help. We will miss your laughter, your company, your friendship. We made some great memories together and we will always have them. The Girl Scouts, camping , and our fantastic adventure to Germany. Glad we had you to share lifes moments with. We will miss you.
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