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John Robillard Obituary
He was born on Oct. 25, 1944, in Fitchburg, the son of Omer and Ruth (Okerman) Robillard.
He graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1963, served in the U.S. Air Force as a controller and graduated from Nichols College in 1971. He worked for the family business, the former ACME Maintenance & Supply Co. He later worked in the maintenance department at Wal-Mart in Lunenburg until his illness. He was an avid Red Sox, Patriots and Notre Dame University fan.
He leaves his wife of 38 years, Sharon (Arsenault) Robillard; a son, Jon-Paul D. Robillard and his wife, Janice, of Fitchburg; a brother, Paul Robillard and his wife, Susan, of Cambridge; a sister, Jean Mattingley of Maryland; a brother-in-law, Edgar J. Arsenault of Bridgeport, Conn.; two sisters-in-law, Elaine M. Osborne and Sheila F. Burke, both of Minnesota; his good buddy, Al Manzillo; three grandchildren, Christen Frank, J-P Robillard and Gianna Robillard; and nieces and nephews.
ROBILLARD -- Calling hours are today, Tuesday, Nov. 13, from 5-7 p.m. in the funeral home. Funeral services are private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 20 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701-4688. Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Road, Fitchburg, is directing arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Robillard
Brenda Gendreau
November 26, 2007
Dear Aunt Sharon,JP and family,
my thoughts and prayers are with at this time.I have only a few memories
of uncle John growing up(living so far away)ButI have always thought of him as a kind man,always with a big smile,that loved his family
very much.
Love,Brenda
Jon & Dee Osborn
November 20, 2007
Auntie Sharon & JP,
We hold you in our thoughts at your time of loss. I wish i had more memories of Uncle John but the ones i do have i hold dearly.
I always remember him with a smile apon his face and the time him and grandpa had a discussion over wich froze faster hot or cold water.
These may seem like little things but there fond memories to me that i will always hold dearly.
Love Dee & Jon
Cheri Pillsbury(Burke)
November 16, 2007
Aunt Sharon and Jon-Paul,
Uncle John was a great man, husband, father and uncle. I have very good memories of holidays with us all together. From when Jon-Paul was small in his green shorts, to me as a teenager getting a stomach ache when it is time for dishes. :)Uncle John always enjoyed that with Dad, seeing how long it took for my stomach ache to appear. To Ashlee when she was small and Uncle John holding her in one hand.... She was so small.. To the great conversations with Dad, Ruthie and Uncle John... They loved to get her going.... I will miss him.
Remember that when you think of those that have gone before us.... they are thinking of us at that exact moment... Knowing this gets me through... So you know he is thinking of you all the time!
I love you - wish I was there in person to give you a hug and kiss... but my thoughts are always with you.
Cheri
Lena (Alitalo) Bourque
November 14, 2007
Dear Sharon, Jon-Paul, Jean and Paul,
Robes and I were such good "buddies" during our high school years and later; I felt as if we we were all like family. He will be truly missed.
My heart goes out to all of you at this time of sadness and in the days ahead.
Love to all,
Lena (Alitalo) Bourque
Gary & Christine Lemay & Family
November 13, 2007
Dear Sharon & Jon-Paul,
John was a great friend and one of the most fun-loving people I have ever known. I have many fond memories of him. His sense of humor has gone unmatched all these years. He was always smiling and cracking jokes and that in turn made everyone around him smile. Rest in peace John, you are in our prayers. God bless you and keep you.
Jen N
November 13, 2007
John was a GREAT PERSON. And a WOUNDERFUL person to work with. He will be missed.
Warren & Joanne Legsdin
November 13, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God's peace help you through these difficult times.
Donald Marino
November 13, 2007
Class mate and friend. Will always
remember the good times at the st.b
n.d. and "y" dances.
Mark Okerman
November 13, 2007
Family and friends,
Our deepest regrets to all of you. May God's grace be with you at this difficult time. You're all in our hearts and prayers.
Peace and God Bless,
Mark, Ritela, Daniel and Briana Okerman
Michael Lockwood
November 13, 2007
God Bless you
William (Bill) Clouthier
November 13, 2007
As a young man working my way through school, ACME was my employer. John will always be one of the best guys I ever worked for.
God's blessings on him and his family.
Rich and LaCreda Okerman
November 12, 2007
God Bless You, John, May You Rest In Peace.
Neil Rice
November 12, 2007
Dear Paul and Jean
I am very sorry to hear of John's death. I have fond memories of growing up behind you. Playing croquet and listening to the Everly Brothers in your house are a few memories that come back now.
Your mother always let us cut through your yard on our way to school.
John was a hard worker and a great neighbor. He was a first-class human being
Neil
John Okerman
November 12, 2007
Godspeed John Robillard!
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