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Alfred DesChenes Obituary

Alfred J. DesChenes Jan. 10, 1924 Oct. 26, 2008 ENGLEWOOD, Florida Alfred J. DesChenes, 84, of Englewood, formerly of Westminster and Fitchburg, died Oct. 26, 2008. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Blanche (Beauvais) DesChenes; a daughter, Janet Knox; and a sister, Anita Bowie of Pennsylvania. He is also survived by his grandsons Steven Riggs of Colorado, and Thomas Knox of Massachusetts. Al proudly served his country in the Navy in World War II. He married Blanche Beauvais, a Navy WAVE, and was married 62 years. Al and Blanche raised two children: Janet Knox, presently of Del Ray Beach, and Thomas DesChenes, who was killed in military action during the Vietnam War. He was owner of Al Mac Manufacturing Company in Leominster. DESCHENES A memorial service will be held in June. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to: The SIDS Outreach Foundation, in honor of Cole Benjamin Knox, Al's great grandson, who recently died of SIDS at the age of six weeks. Checks should be made payable to The SIDS Outreach Foundation c/o Mass. SIDS Center, Boston Medical Center, 1 Boston Medical Center Place, Boston, MA 02118. Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Road, Fitchburg, is assisting the family with local arrangements.

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Published by Sentinel & Enterprise on Nov. 8, 2008.

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Janice & Del LAPLANTE

November 9, 2008

Mrs. DesChenes and Janet:

MOM (Marguerite St. Cyr) just notified me of the passing of Mr. DesChenes. We are very sorry and know you'll find it lonely without him. We always enjoyed the company of all of you and Del told me many stories of the earlier years in Winchendon. We wish you much comfort in the times ahead. Now, he is very happy in heaven with Tommy. They will both watch out for you all. I'll say a prayer for you all.

Jainice (St. Cyr) LaPlante and Del

Marilyn and Bill Croteau Welsh

November 9, 2008

Dear Blanche, Janet and family,

Bill and I were saddened to hear our adopted "Uncle Al" had passed. He was a kind, gentle and loving individual who always put family first. We have wonderful memories of Richard famiily get togethers where his dry wit, and quiet presence all added to the festivities. We are thinking and praying for you at this time. We send hugs and love.

Dianne Wilson

November 8, 2008

Blanche, I will always remember the the first clock Al & my Dad, "Mac " had made together, & the beginings of AL-MAC. You are in our hearts & prayers, (Kenny & I) .I'll pray for the strength & the memories to keep you company for as long as needed
Love You Dianne (Maki) Wilson

Joseph Rene Robichaud

November 8, 2008

My heart grieves for your loss Blanche. Your life has known so many heartaches yet you were so strong through it all. I will never ever forget the kindness that you and Al have shown me over the years. I wish i could say more to console you and Janet.

Alan and Jan Asikainen

October 30, 2008

Blanche-
Al was such a dear friend to both of us. We have so many wonderful memories of our times with both of you. We wish we could be there with you, but you are in our hearts and prayers.

Jane Miller

October 30, 2008

Bakers Grove has lost a dear friend. What a good pal Al was to me; always ready to help me putter around the camp,sharing tools and trading stories. I'll miss him.
My best wishes to Blanche with sincere sympathy.

carol walsh

October 29, 2008

Janet, Steven, and Thomas......Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father and grandfather. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.Your old friends from Littleton, MA Terry and Carol Walsh

carol walsh

October 29, 2008

Janet, Steven, and Thomas......Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father and grandfather. You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.Your old friends from Littleton, MA Terry and Carol Walsh

jane kelley

October 29, 2008

What a kind and gentle man. Camp will never be the same without him. May you be comforted by family, friends and loving memories.

Muriel Bradley

October 29, 2008

The Lord has blessed you with wonderful memories and He will help you through this difficult time.

Phyllis McGuirk

October 29, 2008

So sorry to hear about Al's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Blanche.

Phyllis and Eddie McGuirk

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