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Henry Prunier Obituary
WEBSTER/WORCESTER - Henry A. Prunier, 91, died peacefully on Sunday, March 17, 2013, at Beverly Hospital, after a short illness.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mariette "Marie" L. (Lague) Prunier of Webster; four children, Joanne M. Green and her husband John of Hampton, NH, Raymond H. Prunier and his wife Gloria of Merrimack, NH, Dianne M. Behnke and her husband Corey of Brillion, WI, and Donald A. Prunier of Coral Springs, FL; 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by two daughters, Suzanne P. Leonard and Marianne E. Ciociolo; a sister, Lucille B. LeBlanc; and a granddaughter.
He was born in Worcester, the son of the late Henry E. and Winifred (Suprenault) Prunier, and lived most of his life in Webster. He graduated from Assumption Preparatory School in Worcester, Assumption College in Worcester, and the University of Massachusetts. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, and received the bronze star for his service with the O.S.S.
Mr. Prunier owned and operated his family's business, J.S. Prunier and Sons in Worcester, for many years. He was a member of the Harmony Club in Worcester. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Worcester and was a 4th degree knight in the John Cardinal Wright Assembly.
A funeral will be held on Friday, March 22, 2013, from Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford, followed by a Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 35 Hamilton St., Worcester. Burial will follow at Notre Dame Cemetery in Worcester. Calling hours are Thursday, March 21, 2013, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Henry Prunier
March 31, 2013
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of one of my two dearest friends of over 60 years. I remember fondly all the good times we 've shared. Marie I feel your loss, Ray passed away in late November and I miss him so. I think of you everytime I look at our wedding pictures. Henry was a wonderful man. God bless you and your family at this saddest of times. With all my love.
Therese Hebert
March 27, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Le DongHa
March 25, 2013
Thank you, Mr Henry A.Prunier
We, Vietnamese will remember you!
God blessing you!
With the deepest condolence.
Le Dong Ha
Hanoi, Vietnam
March 23, 2013
To the family of Prunier
Prunier passed away while we, a Vietnamese filmmaking team, were in the final touch of a documentary entitled "From Henry Prunier's Memories" highlighting his contact as a Deer Team member in the OSS with top Vietnamese leaders in 1945.
Besides Long, film director, who made interview videos of Prunier during his recent trip to America, we had not had the chance to meet Prunier before. We were moved by his sincere words and his genuine love for the Vietnamese people.
Few Vietnamese have heard of his name, but many more will come to cherish his memories and honor his contribution to the American Vietnamese relationship.
Please accept our condolences. Prunier is always in our heart.
"From Henry Prunier's Memories" film making team members:
Nguyen Mong Long
Le Dinh Hung
Tran Quoc Dung
Bee CHUA
March 22, 2013
To the family of Henry,
On behalf of my artists (Vietnam) and myself please accept our deepest condolences on your loss.
This is Bee CHUA from the Zen Gallery & Zen Collection ART in Saigon.
We know Henry through David Thomas.
Henry cancelled his visit to Vietnam, so although we did not meet him in person we hear events and their stories retold by a secretary of Uncle Ho.
Bee Chua
March 22, 2013
To the family of Henry,
Our On behalf of my artists (Vietnam) and myself, Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss.
This is Bee (CHUA G Bee), a Singaporean running the Zen Gallery & Zen Collection ART in Saigon.
We have heard so much of Henry through David Thomas, he cancelled his visit to Vietnam. Although we did not get to see him in person, we heard events and stories of Henry as retold by a secretary of Ho Chi Minh here in Hanoi.
Norman & Jean Lussier
March 21, 2013
To the Family of Henry..So sorry to read of your loss. Norman and his brother Arthur worked for many years for Henry in the plastering business. It was where they got their experience to be successful on their own. We will always remember his easy spirit. God Be With You all. Norman & Jean Lussier
March 20, 2013
Love you Dad Always in my heart
Dennis McNulty
March 19, 2013
Dear Joanne and family.
This is Dennis McNulty your former neighbor from Tamar Ave and former schoolmate at Blithewood Elementary.
I remember your father with great fondness. He was always kind and patient with all the little boys (myself included) who would buzz around his beautiful daughters.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
March 19, 2013
farewell to my fellow greyhound....assumption prep 1970.assumption college..1975
robert doyle USMC ret
March 19, 2013
Sorry for your loss Dianne. Dad sounds like my kinda guy! Bob Doyle JCC worc
Sue Crockett
March 19, 2013
I will always remember Henry as a dignified, graceful man dedicated to the well-being of his wife, Marie. I had the honor of being part of organizing the long-delayed awarding of the Bronze Star several years ago. And enjoyed the many hard fought cribbage games we played! RIP Henry you made a positive difference in the world while here and I will always remember you.
Linda Redmond
March 18, 2013
Im so sorry for your loss.
March 18, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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