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Pierre Delfosse Obituary
Pierre received a baccalaureate from the Ecole des Freres de Passy Froyennes. He continued his studies at the Ecole de Chimie Industrielle de Lyon and the Ecole Nationale d'Etudes Superieures de Chimie in Lille from which he graduated in physics and chemistry.
Pierre became president of OMYA, Paris, France, in 1974. From 1970 to 1982, Pierre was also president of the Association of Limestone Producers in France. He was involved in the acquisition of the Vermont Marble Co. by OMYA and the building of a new plant in Florence, Vt. He was appointed president of OMYA for the USA in 1982. He retired in 1986, but stayed involved with Omya as a consultant. The French government honored Pierre with the title of "Chevalier of the National Order of Merit."
In 1984, Pierre married Norma W. White of Rutland, Vt. They resided in both Rutland and Biarritz, France.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Colette Chapuis, and a brother, Andre.
Survivors include his children, Thierry and Aude Delfosse, Pascal Delfosse and Catherine Chantreau Delfosse; stepchildren, Sharon and Martin Brown, Bradford and Gail White and Pamela and Robert Nuffort; eight French and eight American grandchildren.
Pierre was an avid golfer and member of the Rutland Country Club. He was also an accomplished artist and a published author. In Biarritz, France, he was a member of the French American Club and the Napoleon III Club.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 10, 2010, at 2 p.m. in Grace Congregational United Church of Christ in Rutland.
There will be no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice, PO Box 787, Rutland, VT 05702-0787; or to the Foley Cancer Center, 160 Allen St., Rutland, VT 05701.
There will also be a tribute to Dr. Pierre Delfosse at Paroisse Sainte Therese de L'Enfant Jesus et de la Sainte Face in Paris, France.
Tossing Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
View the guest book at www.rutlandherald.com/ obits.
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Memories and Condolences
for Pierre Delfosse
William Grimm
April 29, 2020
Dear family members of Pierre,
Please accept my very belated condolences on the passing of Pierre. Pierre recruited me as a young paint chemist & I was fortunate to experience his technical knowledge of industrial minerals, but more importantly, his unique approach to his profession. During a trip to his office in Paris, I observed him greet every individual first thing in the morning, shake their hand & wish each a good day. I had my first experience at a French restaurant by having dinner with Pierre at a quiet, small, fantastic French restaurant located on a dark quiet street in Paris. It was a memorable experience.
All the best.
Bill Grimm, former Director of U.S. sales of OMYA extender pigments
Harold and Jess Anderson
April 12, 2010
Sharon and Family,
Harold and I just heard of Pierre' s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories give you solace during your sadness.
Harold and Jess
Barbara DeLorme
April 12, 2010
Mrs. Delfosse:
It was an honor and privilege to have worked with Dr. Delfosse at Omya. He was such a nice man and he will be missed. Hoping your treasured memories bring you comfort day by day.
Peace be with you,
Barb DeLorme
April 10, 2010
DEAR Norma,
I was honored to know Pierre: i will always remember both of you together at the Lake.
Love you.
Mike
April 10, 2010
C'est avec beaucoup de tristesse que j'ai appris le décès de Pierre Delfosse. J'ai eu le privilège de travailler plusieurs années avec lui. J'avais un très grand respect pour sa profonde connaissance scientifique. Pierre, a toujours eu avec moi un contact très chaleureux. Je ne peux oublier ses invitations avec Noma chez eux à Rutland. Dans ses manières Pierre était un grand Monsieur, un vrai "Gentleman". Je partage de tout coeur avec vous les sentiments liés à cette grande perte. Je vous prie d'accepter mes sincères condoléances. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.
Olivier Chatillon
Petit-Cap, Gaspé, Québec
Canada
Philip Goss
April 9, 2010
To the family of Dr. Delfosse:
It was with sadness that I read of Dr. Delfosse's passing this week. I had the good fortune to work with him for many years at Omya here in Proctor. I always called him "Dr. Delfosse" as much out of respect to him as to honor the European manner of addressing colleagues. He was ever the nicest gentleman, and that would be how I would describe him if I could only use one. As I write this to you, I have a smile on my face from remembrances of him. I hope that your memories bring your comfort and that smile in days to come. My sincere condolences on your loss.
In sympathy,
Phil Goss
April 9, 2010
Dear Norma, My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Pierre was truelly a gift to you and all who had the privelidge to have known him.Fondly,Lynda Duncan
HARVEY GOODCHILD
April 8, 2010
DEAR NORMA AND FAILY' IT WAS A PLEASURE TO PLAY GOLF WITH HIM OVER THE YEARS AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR HOSPITALITY AT VARIUS TIMES / MARGARET AND I NOW STAY IN VENICE, FL. FOR HEALTH REASONS
dean william robinson
April 8, 2010
Dear Mrs. DelFosse,
I wanted you to know that i will miss Pierre very much; he was a very interesting man. I am unable to come up because of a lacrosse Tournament I am playing in, but my parents will be there.
Love,
Dean
April 7, 2010
Norma, may God give you the strength and courage for the living of these days. Pierre was a good man and the end of that man is peace. God Bless you and your family.
The Rev. David J. Dean
April 7, 2010
Dear Sharon, Pam and Brad,
I send my deepest sympathy to you and your Mom for your loss. Please know that many people are thinking of you and praying for your family. With love, Robin Fiske-Rusciano
MARYANN HORTON
April 7, 2010
SHARON
I SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
NOW YOUR DAD IS IN GOD HANDS.
HE BE WATCHING OVER YOU.
MARYANN / TOBY (My Jack Russell )
FRANKIE friend
191 GROVE ST. CH 7
April 7, 2010
Sharon, Brad & Pam,
We're so sorry to hear about Pierre. Our hearts are broken for your Mom...please assure her that we're here for anything she may need.
Love & huge hugs to all of you,
Doog & Carol xoxo
April 7, 2010
Norma,
We were so saddened to hear about Pierre. He will always be remembered as a true gentleman, handsome & noble with such essence. Ours arms are wrapped so tightly around you.
Love you so much, Doog & Carol xoxo
Lisa Foster
April 6, 2010
Sorry for your loss, Norma you will always be in my heart.
harry robinson
April 6, 2010
Pierre et Norma,
we will miss Pierre very much; we will always remember him,and all of the events we shared at Bomoseen and elsewhere
love to all,
The Robinsons
Barrington Nh
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