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Ernest Champagne Obituary

Ernest R. "Bomber" Champagne, 87, of Stafford Springs, passed away on Jan. 15, 2022.

He was born in Stafford Springs, son of the late Henry and Jane (Barr) Champagne. Bomber retired from Hamilton Standard as a tool crib manager. He was a member of the Wolcott Lodge No. 60 A.F. & A.M., Rockville Elks 1359, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Melha Shriners (Springfield), and Sons of the American Legion. Bomber loved anything that had to do with racing, especially NASCAR. He enjoyed his winters in Daytona, Florida, drinking beer, smoking cigars, and hanging out with all his buddies.

He is survived by his sister-in-law, Arlene Champagne; nephews and nieces, Joe, Jim, Lorry, and Cindy; and many great-nephews and -nieces. He was predeceased by his brother, Joseph H. Champagne.

A celebration of life will be held in the Spring.

Memorial donations may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607.

Introvigne Funeral Home, Inc., Stafford Springs has care of the arrangements. To leave a condolence online for the family, please visit

www.introvignefuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Journal Inquirer from Jan. 19 to Jan. 23, 2022.

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