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Joseph R. Giroux, 90 years old, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, surrounded by the supportive love his family. Pépère, as he was affectionately known, was the devoted husband of Constance Giroux for 66 years and the beloved father of six children, Joseph Giroux Jr., and his wife Janet, William Giroux (deceased), Phillip Giroux, Kevin Giroux and his wife Joy, Keith Giroux, and Cindy Drost and her husband Jeffrey. He also was the loving Pépère to his ten grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Born and raised in Southbridge, Pépère was one of eight children to the late Armand and Amelia Giroux. He is survived by his brothers David and Bernard and his sisters: Dorothy, Constance and Anne. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Edward and Armand Giroux.
Pépère devoted his life to caring for his family and his home of 61 years in Northborough. He enjoyed doing walks on the beach, swimming, traveling, dancing, listening to music, flying kites with his family, playing games with the kids and going to golf tournaments with Jeff. A favorite tradition was hosting Christmas Eve.
Following Pépère wishes, there are no calling hours. His funeral will be held at 11am on Saturday, October 4, in Hays Funeral Home, 56 Main Street, Northborough. Burial will follow in Howard Street Cemetery, Northborough.
In lieu of flowers, the Giroux family respectfully suggests memorial donations in Pépère name be directed to the Alzheimer's Association (https://act.alz.org).
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