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Robert Lagasse Obituary
He was born and raised in Springfield, the son of Albert E. and Doris E. (Murphy) Lagasse and lived 10 years in Grafton before moving to West Boylston in 1997.
After receiving his master’s degree in labor relations, Robert spent the majority of his career in hospital administration. Among his many accomplishments, he wrote and published a book on labor relations and group bargaining and many articles for hospital magazines. Robert began his career at Rutland Regional Medical Center in Rutland, Vt., where he worked for several years as director of human resources. He then worked at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence as the human resource administrator before joining the UMass Memorial Health Care in Worcester as vice president of human resources. He most recently held the position of vice president of human resources for UMass, HealthAlliance Hospital/Leominster and Burbank Hospital. He was active in several organizations including Leominster and North Central Massachusetts chambers of commerce and served on the board of Montachusett Regional Vocational High School in Fitchburg. He was a member of Our Lady of Good Counsel Church in West Boylston.
Robert had a particular passion for running and completed two Boston Marathons. He was an avid sports enthusiast and enjoyed coaching his two sons in Pop Warner Football, Lakers Hockey, Little League baseball and soccer both in Grafton.
He and his wife shared the same passion for the White Mountains in New Hampshire and spending time at their vacation home in Waterville Valley. Robert will be remembered most for his sense of humor and an unselfish, intense love for his family.
He leaves his devoted wife and college sweetheart, Nancy M. (Mika) Lagasse; two sons, Brennan R. Lagasse and his wife, Jillian, of Lake Tahoe, Calif., and Bryant F. Lagasse of Providence, R.I.; and his only brother, David A. Lagasse of Sudbury.
LAGASSE -- A funeral Mass for Robert will be held in Our Lady of Good Counsel in West Boylston at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the VNA Care Network and Hospice, 305 Whitney St., Leominster, MA 01453, and St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Miles-Sterling Funeral Home, 100 Worcester Road, Sterling. See milesfuneralhome.com.
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John Miner
May 6, 2008
Dear Nancy,
Cynthia just made me aware that Robert passed away. My heart aches for your grief, yet, I know you feel some relief that you have traveled the worst of life's journey and can now look forward. You are in my prayers.
I hope to visit Leominster during the week of June 9th. I will come by a see you at work during my visit.
Sandy Stamoulis
April 28, 2008
Dear Nancy and family;
Was just made aware of Bob's passing, saddened by this unexpected news.
I worked with Bob at Rhode Island Hospital. Enjoyed his sense of humor. We spent many hours talking about our shared experiences as parents of hockey players. He was so proud of his family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sandy Stamoulis
Michael Pingeton
April 26, 2008
Nancy, Brennan and Bryant,
I am so sorry for your loss, have a lot of great memories from the past. Brennan, i'll always think of you like a brother. My whole family sends thier condolences. All of you have our best wishes through this hard time in your life.
Susan Flynn
April 25, 2008
Dear Nancy, Brennan & Bryant,
So sorry for your loss. How blessed you all were to have such a wonderful husband, father and friend in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Susan Flynn
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Gerri Flynn
April 24, 2008
My Dear Friend,
It is with a very heavy heart that I write this. I am so sorry for your loss. Nancy, you know that Bob was absolutely my inspiration- he was always so caring and concerned for me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons. With love, Gerri Flynn
Mary Boyd
April 24, 2008
Nanc, Bry and Brennan-Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sure my,Pisces brother is up in heaven at peace and so proud of the 3 of you. Love, Mary Boyd, and Ed and Mike.
Margaret McAdam
April 24, 2008
Nancy,
I was so sorry to read about the passing of Bob. Although I haven't seen either of you in many years, I remember what a wonderful couple you made, and I know how difficult this must be for you.
Please know that I'm thinking about you, and you will be in my prayers.
Love,
Margaret (Mansfield) McAdam
Maureen Brosnan
April 24, 2008
Nancy,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. My wish for you is that you will find comfort and support from those who knew and loved Bob, and that those warm, loving memories will sustain you going forward. I was so sorry to hear of your loss.
Love,
Moe
Kathy Boudreau
April 23, 2008
Nancy, Brennan & Bryant,
"Simply the best"...I remember Bob singing that at one of our service award banquets and that is really the perfect way to describe him. I truly enjoyed being his assistant and I miss him every day here. I am so sorry for your loss.
Anne Wilson
April 23, 2008
Dear Nancy,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
I am one of Bob's colleagues from Lifespan in human resources. There are many of us here and at Rhode Island Hospital who will remember Bob for his avid interest in all manner of sports, but football and hockey in particular. I remember he happily lost a bet with me when I could tell him what Y.A Tittle's first name actually was.
Please accept my condolences on his passing. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
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