Richard Lupien Sr.

Obituary

Richard Lupien, Sr.Richard Lupien, Sr., age 83, of Larimore, ND, passed away June 14, 2004, at Altru Hospital.
Richard Lawrence Lupien was born January 7, 1921 at Neche, ND, to Henry and Rosanna (Martell) Lupien. He grew up on a farm near Neche. Richard was in the CC Camp in Larimore when he met Florence Bornsen. They were married October 30, 1941. He served in the World War II in Germany and France in the 12th Armored Division. He began farming in 1946 near Niagara, ND. He moved into Larimore in 1975. There he was a member of American Legion Post #97. He also served on the City Council and Cemetery Board and was a Director of the Vet's Board. Richard loved being with his family and friends. His hobbies included playing pool and cards. His special love was his horse "Sugar'. He is survived by one daughter Sharon Lieberg, Aberdeen, SD; 2 sons: Rick Lupien and Roger (Nancy) Lupien, both of Grand Forks; 8 grandchildren: Kelly Lieberg, Wendy Lockwood, Amy Berthelot, Lora Schanzenbach, Adam Lupien, Tanya Lupien, Jenny Capouch and Jeff Lupien; 20 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters: Lil Wallace, Houston, TX; Evelyn Estep, Sierra Vista, AZ; along with several nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his wife, parents, 4 brothers and 3 sisters. Funeral Services will be Saturday, June 19, 10 a.m., in St. Stephen's Catholic Church, Larimore, ND. Visitation will be Friday, June 18, 4-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. in Bakke Funeral Home, Larimore. Interment will be in Bellevue Cemetery, Larimore. Arrangements are being handled by Bakke Funeral Home of Larimore.