Photo courtesy of Manning-Heffern-O’Neill Funeral Home - Pawtucket
Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Robert A. Paquin, 93, of Pawtucket, passed away peacefully with his family by his side Wednesday, January 25, 2023. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary (McKiernan) Paquin. Born in Central Falls, he was the son of the late Alfred and Ida (Bourgeault) Paquin. Bob was an army veteran of the Korean War. In 2021, he had the opportunity to visit the Korean War Memorial in Washington DC as a member of “Honor Flight Zulu” sponsored by the RI Fire Chiefs Honor Flight Hub.
A graduate of Bryant College, Bob was a meat manager for the former Almac’s Supermarket for over 30 years. Bob was a very active parishioner of the former St. Leo the Great Parish. Along with his late wife, he facilitated “Evenings for the Engaged” for the Diocese of Providence and was a team member for Worldwide Marriage Encounter. Bob was a member and former past president of the LeFoyer Club, Pawtucket and sang with Les Gais Chanteurs for forty six years. He served on the Pawtucket School Committee for eight years. He was also a member of UFCW, and Local 328.
He is survived by his children, Maureen Alger (Rick), Kathleen Church, and Robert Paquin (Ana Nobre). He also leaves his grandchildren Richard & Peter Alger, Kary Marie, Keith & Keigan Church and Robert & Alex Paquin and his great grandchildren Nathaniel & Jackson Church. He was the brother of the late Gerard Paquin, Anita Bergeron, and Lillian Jardin.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, February 1st at 10:00 AM in Saint Margaret Church, 1098 Pawtucket Avenue, Rumford. The Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery, Cumberland. Visiting hours are on Tuesday from 4:00-7:00 PM in the Costigan-O’Neill Funeral Home, 220 Cottage Street, Pawtucket.
In lieu of flowers, donations to RI Fire Chiefs Honor Flight Hub, P.O. Box 28132 Providence, RI 02908-3700, in memory of Bob, would be greatly appreciated.
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I grew up at St. Leo's and Bob and Mary were pillars of the parish. They continued to support me with their prayers when I entered the convent and I am grateful for their faithful witness. Be assured of my prayers as you grieve your loss and for the repose of your parents' souls.
Sr. M. Karolyn Nunes
February 06, 2023 | Alton, IL
I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a wonderful man, he was a true gentleman. Now he is re-united with Mary. May he rest in the sweetest of peace. With love, Lori and Jerry Yeaw
Lori Yeaw
February 01, 2023 | Scituate, RI | Friend
Robert. Sorry to hear about your Dad. You where my classmate at Saint Leos. Pray sister Calista is there to greet him.
Timothy Donahue
February 01, 2023
My deepest condolences to the family of Bob Paquin. I had the pleasure of getting to know him when we both worked for Almacs. He was always so kind and such a gentleman.
Kathleen Coutu
January 30, 2023 | Work
My condolences to the Paquin family on the passing of Bob. He was the encapsulation of what dedication to God, family and community is. May he Rest in Peace.
Peter Kilmartin
January 29, 2023 | Sarasota, FL | Friend
So sorry to read about Bob's passing. He worked with my father at Almac's as a meat cutter for many years. I have fond memories of Bob and Mary, they were good friends with my parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May he rest in peace.
Al Papino
January 29, 2023 | Homosassa, FL | Friend
