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Roland Simard Obituary
of Lowell; age 83
LOWELL -- Mr. Roland E. Simard, age 83, a longtime resident of the Pawtucketville section of Lowell, died on May 11, 2015.
He was the beloved husband of Claire R. (Boissonneault) Simard.
Born in Lowell, on January 25, 1932, he was the son of the late Ernest and Marie (Paquette) Simard.
He was educated in the Lowell School system and was a graduate of Lowell Trade School.
Roland was a parishioner of the former St. Jeanne d'Arc Church and more recently of the Parish of Saint Rita. He was also a longtime member of the Chelmsford Lodge of Elks.
Prior to his retirement, he was employed by the Boston & Maine Railroad.
Surviving him in addition to his wife Claire are his five children and their spouses, Elaine M. and Roger Caron of Lowell, Paul G. and Jocelyn Simard of Billerica, Gail S. and Jason Dowd of Wilmington, Kevin R. and Pamela Simard of Pittsburgh, PA and Bryan D. and Nicole Simard of Dracut; eight grandchildren, Amanda, Scott and his wife Michelle, Jesica, Nicole, Alyssa, Erin, Emma and Brianna; also nieces and nephews.
SIMARD -- died in Lowell on May 11, 2015. Mr. Roland E. Simard, age 83, a longtime resident of Lowell and husband of Claire R. (Boissonneault) Simard. In accordance with his wishes, there will be no visiting hours. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral mass on Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the Parish of Saint Rita, 158 Mammoth Road, Lowell. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Chelmsford. Those wishing may make a memorial donation to The Jimmy Fund c/o Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168. Arrangements by the ROLAND W. MARTIN FUNERAL HOME 308 Pawtucket St., Lowell. For online condolences or directions, please visit www.martinfuneralhome.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roland Simard
Dawn Mclaughlin
May 14, 2015
Claire I am so sorry to hear about Roland. He was a sweet man and a great neighbor. Glad Mark and Hayleigh new such a great man. Roland and you will always be in our hearts.
Karen Caplan
May 14, 2015
Kevin,
Saddened to hear of your dads passing. My sympathies to your family.
Lynne Burns-Morse
May 13, 2015
My sincere condolences to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers
regis & dot jussaume
May 12, 2015
Claire and the extended Simard Clan
Sadden by your great lost . WE WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR ALL. Remembered for his pleasant and cordial greeting. Always a kind smile to all
REST IN Peace
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Gina Tamvaklis
May 12, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. It has been very tough for you and I hope you can finally find some peace knowing he is with our lord and no longer suffering. Take one day at a time; but remember to take care of yourself too.
Paul & Louise Mahoney
May 12, 2015
Elaine sorry to hear of your dad's passing..thoughts are with your family
Donna Savard
May 12, 2015
Elaine and family,
My sincerest condolences to you at this time of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Tanguay
May 12, 2015
Claire, I am so very sorry for your loss. Roland was such a nice man. My sincere condolences to you and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Morin
May 12, 2015
Claire, I was so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts at this difficult time. I remember you from working at Lydon Library.
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