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Paul Desrosiers Obituary
Worcester - Paul G. Desrosiers, 90, of Worcester, died peacefully on Friday, December 7th after a brief illness.
Paul is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Marie V. (Kelly) Desrosiers; a son, Michael Desrosiers of Worcester; three daughters, Mary Ann Sergeant of Merrimack, MA, Mary Beth Desrosiers of Worcester and Kathleen LaPorte of Milford, MA; a brother, William Desrosiers of Leicester; three grandchildren, Kara Sergeant, Will Sergeant and Nichole Desrosiers. Paul was born in Worcester, son of the late George and Alexina (Allard) Desrosiers and is also predeceased by two brothers, Richard and Robert Desrosiers.
Mr. Desrosiers is a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Korean War where he was awarded the Bronze Star. Paul met the former Marie Kelly while he was stationed in New Jersey. Following his discharge from the Army, they settled in Worcester, MA to raise their family. Paul worked as a clerk at the former Thom McAn distribution center and later at the UMass Medical Center, until his retirement. Paul enjoyed traveling with his family and cheering for the Boston Red Sox. When not enjoying his favorite meals at the Pickle Barrel and Val's restaurants, he could often be found walking in his neighborhood greeting all of the neighbors with his charming smile.
Paul was a faithful communicant at Saint Peter's Church where he could be found in the same pew every week for the 7AM Mass on Sunday. He was also a member of the Tatnuck American Legion Post #288.
The funeral will be held on Wednesday, December 12th from the Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home 12 Hammond St. with a Mass at 10:30 AM in Saint Peter's Church (Lower Church) 929 Main Street. Burial with military honors will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, December 12th from 9 to 10 in the funeral home before the funeral. Memorial contributions in memory of Paul may be made to Saint Jude's Children Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.
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Ginger Day
December 4, 2019
As a neighbor, I do riminess with others about how we miss his strolls around the block. Loved all his stories!
Ginger Day
December 10, 2018
Paul was the neighborhood mayor and had an upbeat and cheerful sense of humor. One day when he caught me all dressed up on my way out of my house, I got a Hubba Hubba. I will never forget how happy that made me feel. He loved Tom's treats that he distributed occasionally. He always had a kind word for the Oughie (the dog) and always shared a story or two. I will miss his walk abouts!
Jeanne Magliaro
December 10, 2018
One of the best uncles a niece could ask for. You will forever be in my heart. Loved having you and Uncle Dick with my dad and I at our many Foxwoods trips. I Love you to the moon and back. My heart is with you all.
Jeanne Desrosiers Magliaro
Linda Smith
December 9, 2018
Paul was my neighbor for many years. He would always greet me with a big smile and keep me updated on the latest neighborhood news. He was like an uncle to my children. My heart goes out to Marie and family. May they be comforted by happy memories of Paul.
Chris
December 9, 2018
My condolences to the family. The neighborhood now feels so empty without Paul's patrols and friendly conversations.
I will miss hearing his excited greeting and his stories about anything and everything.
May God Bless,
December 9, 2018
One of the best memories I have is when the
Boston Red Sox won the 2004 World Series and
we got to celebrate it together.
It brought me back to Fenway Park where he took me to many games.
I can still feel him holding my hand walking
out towards the field and just what a beautiful thing we shared together.
My dad will always want you to smile.
And I know he will always smile back at you.
Love you pops
Mikey
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