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Gerard Blais Obituary
former longtime resident of Chelmsford; 84
MOULTONBOROUGH, NH -- Gerard A. Blais, 84, of Moultonborough, NH, and former longtime resident of Chelmsford, passed away on March 2, 2011. He was the beloved husband of Elina M. (Floridia) Blais, to whom he was married for 50 years prior to her death in 2008.
He was born on December 3, 1926 in Laconia, NH, a son of the late William and Meleda (Lemay) Blais.
Gerard grew up in Laconia, NH. After completing High School, he entered the United States Navy, serving from 1944-1946 during World War II. He received the World War II Victory Medal, the American Area Medal, and the Asiatic Pacific Area Medal.
He attended Valparaiso University and received his degree in Electrical Engineering in 1962 from Lowell Technological Institute (now UMASS Lowell).
Gerard was employed as an Electronics Engineer for Raytheon Corp. in Bedford, MA and Lowell, MA, the former Sanders Associates in Nashua, NH, AS & E in Brighton, MA, and Honeywell in Bedford, MA. In 1992, Gerard retired and he and Elina moved to Moultonboro, NH. It brought him great pleasure to have built this home on Lake Winnipesaukee himself and he took great pride in spending time there with his family. They enjoyed wintering in Hilton Head, SC until 2008.
Gerard enjoyed sailing, skiing, hockey (the Boston Bruins), playing tennis and golf, doing crossword puzzles, and biking. His greatest joy was spending time with family and friends, especially his grandchildren.
Mr. Blais is survived by his children; Michele (Blais) Collins and her companion Frederick Clark of Chelmsford, MA, Gregory Blais and his wife Carol (McGurk) of New Ipswich, NH, and David Blais of Chelmsford, and eight grandchildren; Justin and Jeffrey Collins, Benjamin, Christopher, Lisa, Daniel, Nathan and Claire Blais. He is further survived by his sisters; Rita Marchand, and Cecile "Sue" Cameron and her husband Robert; and sisters-in-law Theresa Pirello and Dena Papasadero. He also leaves many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his siblings Jeannette Haddock, Lionel Blais, Viola Monahan, Doris Marquis, Robert Blais, and Roger Blais.
BLAIS -- Visiting hours will be held on Friday evening from 4 to 8 pm at the BLAKE FUNERAL HOME, 24 Worthen St., Chelmsford. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday at 9 o'clock at St. Mary's Church, Chelmsford. Funeral Directors Paul A. Hardy, Jr. & Richard P. Burkinshaw. For online condolences please visit www.blakefuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerard Blais
March 4, 2011
David and family,
Terribly sorry to hear about your father. I remember him working in the yard on McFarlin road. It's been a long time.
Jane(Janie)Vaccaro
Angela & Rose-Ellen Padavano
March 4, 2011
Michele and Family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. We have fond memories of him. May your memories get you through this difficult time.
Karen McNamara
March 4, 2011
Dear David & Blais Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and wishing you peace at this time, and always.
Carl & Frances Frye
March 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all
of you. Both your parents were
wonderful people.
Mike Perciballi
March 3, 2011
Gerry was a great man. he was always there to welcome me into his home, both
in Chelmsford and up the lake. What a great family...
Patricia Polucci
March 3, 2011
Our Thoughts and prayers are with the family. My dad,Pat FLoridia,and I visited Gerry in NH years ago. He was very proud of his family and home. He enjoyed being with his family..and he was one of the Greatest Generation.
Rest well Gerry.
The Polucci Family
Tracy O'Neil
March 3, 2011
To The Blais Family:
We are so sorry for your loss,are thoughts and prayers are with you all..
Troy and Tracy O'Neil
Howard Burket
March 3, 2011
Michele, and all of Mr.Blais Family and Friends.
Sorry too hear of your loss, may the memories bring joy, and a smile when you think of you're Father, Grandfather, Brother, Friend. Bless you all!
March 3, 2011
Michele, Gregory, David and Family
So sorry to hear of your father's passing as I have so many great memories of McFarlin Road. Your parents were such nice people.
Barbara Costello (Port Orange Florida)
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