Marc D. Rivard, 50, of Derby, VT passed away at his home on July 21, 2020 with his loving family at his side after a long battle with cancer. He was born on May 16, 1970 in Newport, VT to David and Diane (Beaudin) Rivard. On September 22, 2007 he married Melissa A. (Bowen). They have two wonderful daughters, Emily and Kayla, all who survives him.
Marc was a graduate of North Country Union High School class of 1989. Over the years, he was a meat cutter/manager for a few local stores. He began his career at Shop and Save and worked most recently at Price Chopper. Marc enjoyed hunting and going to hunting camp with his dad, brother, uncles and cousins where many memories were made, Marc also enjoyed fishing, camping in Island Pond, watching hockey, he was a big fan of the Montreal Canadians, and watching NASCAR races. Most of all Marc loved his family and spending time with them. He was a wonderful husband and a great Dad. Emily and Kayla were his world. He loved them so much. He was very proud of them both. Marc was always happy and friendly to everyone he met. He was always a great person to talk to. Marc had a a great smile and a big heart.
He is survived by his wife Melissa Rivard, daughters Emily and Kayla Rivard, his parents David and Diane Rivard of Derby Line, VT, brother Greg Rivard and his wife Karen of Madison, WI, mother-in-law Nancy Dewing and her husband Brian of Derby, VT, father-in-law Carlton Bowen, Jr and his companion Carol Pelletier of Newport, VT, brother and sister-in-laws Mindy Emerson and her companion Chris Bussell of Derby Line, VT, Samantha Dewing and her companion Caleb Lanoue of Derby, VT and Justin Dewing and his wife Ashley, nieces and nephews Aaron and Katrina Rivard of York, PA, Stacy and Derek Weida of Las Vegas, NV, Joe Randolph of West Bend, WI, Hayley and Brodie Bussell of Derby Line, VT and Nora and Noelle Lanoue of Derby, VT. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins in Vermont and Canada.
He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents Emile and Flossie Rivard, and maternal grandparents Emile and Marie Anne Beaudin.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in Marc’s name may be made to the Mary Wright Halo Foundation, 1073 Upper Quarry Road, Newport, VT 05855. Online condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home, locally family owned and operated.
Steve & Judy Rivard
August 2, 2020
David & Diane, Sending our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Dan &Arlene Fortin
August 1, 2020
Dave and Diane we are sorry for your loss.Our sympathy to you and your family. May you find comfort in your special memories. Thinking of you.
Mary Place - Becker
August 1, 2020
Growing up as a kid in Derby Line was a treasure....the loss of a 'Derby Liner' is hard....knowing and growing up with Marc was an honor....rest in peace gentle man
Hugh and Shirley McNeal
July 31, 2020
Dear David Diane and entire families,
How saddened we were to hear of your great loss! May all the wonderful memories you shared soften your sorrow and pain
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time - may Marc Rest In Peace!!!
Warmly,
Hugh and Shirley McNeal
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Howard Atherton
July 30, 2020
My sincerest condolences to the Rivard family. Also, my thoughts and prayers to help them though this trying time.
Terry and Cecile Curtis
July 30, 2020
Sending sympathy and prayers to Sam and Caleb and family sorry for your loss
July 30, 2020
So sorry for your loss Greg , my deepest condolences to you, your family ,Marc’s children, wife & to your parents ,God Bless.
John & Linda Gariepy
July 29, 2020
We want to express our sympathy and let you know our thoughts are with you. Marc has given us some good memories that we will hold in our hearts forever.
Don Ravenna
July 29, 2020
David-So sad to read about your son Marc. Condolence to your and his families. My thoughts and prayers are with all the Rivards at this time. May God Bless you all.
Edward Farmer
July 29, 2020
David and Diane
Linda and I are praying that your family will find peace in this tragic loss. It's been a long time since Randolph but we have fond memories of your family. May you feel God's presence.
Ed and Linda Farmer
Kevin and Dee Dee Allen
July 29, 2020
Heartfelt condolences to Marc's family for their loss, too young and too soon. All lives on that love remembers.
Michael Vinton
July 29, 2020
David and Diane
We are both thinking of you at this time. Hopefully time will heal your hearts.
Michael And Marjorie Vinton
Paula and Barry Thibodeau
July 28, 2020
I was so saddened to hear of Marks passing! I will miss that great smile and our pleasant chats that we had! A wonderful guy he was and will be missed by so many! My heart goes out to You, Dave,Diane and family and no words can express my sorrow for you at this very sad!
Thinking of you, Paula and Barry Thibodeau
July 28, 2020
Diane & David, so very sorry for your loss. He was too young and it is always so difficult to loose a child. Please know we are thinking of you. Donna & Marc Lafleur
Linda Waterman
July 28, 2020
To all the family. We would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of you. We were next door neighbors to David and Diane for more almost 40 years and watched Mark grow up to a fine young man. May you find some comfort in knowing that he was so well liked, respected and loved by everyone in his life. Sincerely, Larry and Linda Waterman
John and Jane Mahoney
July 28, 2020
David and Diane and family, so very sorry for troubles. Safe passage for Marc.
Blaine & Norma Perkins
July 28, 2020
Sending our deepest sympathy to all the family and friends! RIP Marc.
Colleen Hayes
July 27, 2020
God bless you, Marc.
David Phaneuf
July 27, 2020
Rest in Peace Marc
Tracey Rivard
July 27, 2020
Marc was an amazing brother, father, husband, & son. I will always remember him as always having a smile on his face.
Prayers & peace
mary McFarlane
July 27, 2020
Our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Marc. In time, may your grief be replaced by loving memories. Love to all. Ernie and Mary
Linda Lafontaine
July 27, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Always willing to lend a ear. You will truly be missed. My condolences to his loving wife and two daughters.
Donna Cheney
July 27, 2020
Melissa, Emily and Kayla, Please know that you are in my thoughts at this sad and difficult time. You were blessed with a kind and loving husband and Dad.
Lynn Forcier
July 27, 2020
Wow. Not what I was expecting to see today. Marc was as amazing man. He was always happy and helpful. Just a truly wonderful person. Prayers to all.
Samantha Dewing
July 27, 2020
So glad I was able to be a part of Marc’s life for about 23 years. He was a pleasure to be around, never in a bad mood, with a great sense of humor. And boy, did he make me laugh, especially when I was a kid! I will miss his big happy smile and forever hold onto fond memories I have of Marc.
Dulissa OGorman
July 27, 2020
So Sorry to hear this..great memories from way back ..he was always smiling, with a great sense of humor and heart..he was friends with my ex husband and we all had some great times..my thoughts and prayers are w his family❤
Kelley Collins
July 27, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. I have a lot of great memories working with Marc at Shop and Save for many years. Marc definitely had a smile that was contagious and such a huge heart. He will be missed my so many. Rest in peace Marc. Sending prayers to Marc family.
Tina Ellam-Peck
July 27, 2020
I was so saddened to hear of Marc's passing. He was a great guy always wearing a smile and and joking. He made work seem less like work. My deepest condolences to Melissa and his family.
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