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Ernest LeClair Obituary
age 95, of Pawtucket, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 28, 2019. Ernest was born on May 9, 1924 to the late Arthur and Elizabeth (Foss) LeClair. He was married to the love of his life for 70 years, the late Theresa (Paré) LeClair.
He was a wire maker, employed by ITT Royal Electric of Pawtucket, for 49 years. He was an avid gardener, carpenter, reader, cook and grandfather extraordinaire.
Ernest was a loving father to Alice Fromich (Robert), with whom he lived, and Annie Simon (John). He was the proud grandfather of Amy-Lee Simon (Michele), Elizabeth Brederson (Robert), and Colleen Tracy (Jeffrey). He also leaves his precious twin great-granddaughters, Annie and Emery Simon.
He is survived by his sister, Evelyn Davenport, and pre-deceased by his siblings: Arthur LeClair, Mary Boucher, Irene Pickett and John LeClair.
He will be sorely missed by all fortunate to have known him.
Ernest's funeral will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. from WILLIAM W. TRIPP Funeral Home, 1008 Newport Ave., Pawtucket, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Teresa Church, 358 Newport Ave., Pawtucket. Interment will follow at Notre Dame Cemetery. VISITATION will be Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. In Lieu of flowers, memorial gifts to St. Teresa School, 140 Woodhaven Rd. Pawtucket, RI. 02861
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Kristen Flower
June 2, 2019
Annie and Alice. Im so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kristen CNA.
Lisa Gebler
June 2, 2019
Alice and Annie. My sympathy to you both on the loss of your father. The care you gave him showed the depth of your love. Lisa RN
May 31, 2019
May the God of all comfort be with you to
strengthen you to endure this huge loss.
Expressing my heartfelt condolences on
the loss of your love one.
Jacqueline McGreevy
May 30, 2019
Annie So sorry to hear of your father passing away he was a great friend to my sister Pat He will be in my prayers
Evelyn Davenport
May 30, 2019
Alice and Annie , As children your father took care of me and watched over me ,always there.As adults he was my friend ,my loving brother I will miss him always.Love you both Auntie Nina
May 30, 2019
My sincere sympathy Annie to you and your family. I remember as teenagers going to your parents home, always welcoming. May you find comfort in all the memories.
Susan (Nardi) McCormack
Nancy Belisle
May 30, 2019
So very sorry for your loss Alice and Ann and extended family.
May 29, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family,may you find comfort in the God of all comfort during this difficult time
Bob & Evelyn Towner
May 29, 2019
so sorry for you loss Alice & Ann, what a wonderful man he was, may he rest in peace
John LeClair
May 28, 2019
He was a great uncle and wil be missed love you. Thoughts and prayers are with all.
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