Roger E. Michaud

In Loving Memory of Roger E. Michaud
March 14, 1933 – May 14, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Roger E. Michaud, beloved uncle, devoted husband, cherished brother and dear son, whose wry wit, warmth, and sense of adventure touched the lives of many. He is predeceased by his wife, Audrey (Robinson). Their love for one another was sweet and deeply devoted. And the story of their meeting is one for the ages: Roger the patient and Audrey his nurse.
Roger lived a life that spanned the globe, traveling extensively both during his time in the service and later while performing audits at U.S. embassies around the world. Ever the clever planner, Roger scheduled his audits on Mondays, so he could fly out on Fridays, explore new cities over the weekend, and arrive fresh and ready to work. On one memorable trip, Roger flew around the world, "so, I lost a day," he would say. His travels were not just part of his job-they were part of his joy.
Roger and his beloved wife, Audrey, created a warm and welcoming home wherever they landed and especially loved their neighborhood on Bayberry Road in Danvers, where every Christmas Eve, elves would arrive with candy canes and nips, a tradition that perfectly captured the blend of kindness and whimsy that Roger cherished. The Bayberry group were like family. Roger and Audrey made sure there were always presents for their many nieces and nephews, creating a sense of belonging and celebration that extended far beyond the walls of their home. And when it came time to hand out parts for "The Twelve Days of Christmas," Roger famously and dramatically sang "five golden rings," bringing down the house every year with his theatrical flair and unmistakable joy.
Roger had an infectious love of music and performance. He adored Rodgers and Hammerstein and Lerner and Loewe musicals, had a soft spot for calypso music, and danced like there was no tomorrow. In his final months at Kaplan Estates, Roger quickly became a fan favorite. One memorable dinner, without prompting, he delivered a moving rendition of Danny Boy, his voice ringing through the room and captivating residents and staff alike.
Roger was passionate about basketball. He discovered the game, and his talent, at St. Joseph School in Salem, going on to play in the Army, travelling to bases across Europe, Northeastern University, and park leagues. He played well into his 60s. He was a stalwart fan of the Celtics, able to recount the team's history in remarkable detail, and he followed the team, analyzing games like a pro, throughout his life. Basketball was a source of great fun, friendships, and memories for Roger.
Roger was a man of deep and steady faith. He practiced his beliefs with quiet consistency, attending Mass regularly and living out his values through kindness, generosity, and integrity. The faith that he and Audrey shared was a source of strength and comfort throughout their lives.
Roger was born and raised in Salem, the son of Irene (Morin) and Edgar Michaud. He shared a close bond with his siblings who all attended St. Joseph School. He is survived by his brother-in-law, George Normand, and sister-in-law, Beverly Michaud, and predeceased by his siblings Jacqueline Normand, Lorraine Novello (Russell), Roland (Sallie), and Edgar (Florence); and his niece by marriage, Loretta Michaud (Paul).
Roger will be dearly missed by many nieces and nephews who adored him: Mark Russell Prior (Abby Russell) of Concord, MA; Mary Beth (Prior) Coles (Rob) of Stoneham, MA; Keith Prior (Domingas Silva) of Brockton, MA; Robert Michaud (Christine) of Kingston, NH; Victoria (Michaud) Richard (Eugene) of Kingston, NH; Anne Michaud Harman (Dan) of Huntington, NY; Bill Michaud (Nancy Leach) of New Hartford, CT; Mary Michaud (Mark Edwards) of Fleetwood, NC; Glenn Michaud of Lynn, MA; Gail Michaud Parente of Melrose, MA; Paul Michaud (Loretta) of Houston, TX; Janet Michaud (Michael Montgomery) of Washington, DC and many dear friends from Bayberry Road.
Roger's sense of humor, and generous spirit leave behind a legacy of love and joy. His stories of world travels, his devotion to Audrey, and his commitment to family and friends will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. May he rest in peace, reunited with loved ones who have gone before, and may we honor his memory by cherishing the journeys-large and small-that make life extraordinary.
Roger's Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 11:00am at C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers, MA. Burial will follow in Annunciation Cemetery, Danvers. Visitation will be Tuesday morning prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:00am. Relatives and friends are invited. In lieu of flowers, donations in Roger's memory may be made to the charity of your choice. To share an expression of sympathy with his family, please visit www.LyonsFuneral.com.