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Peter Boutiette Obituary
Grafton - Peter L. Boutiette, 60, passed away unexpectedly December 4 after being stricken at home.
He leaves his wife of 16 years, Deborah A. (Bird) Boutiette and a son, Tyler. He also leaves 3 brothers: Paul Boutiette and his wife Pauline, John Boutiette and Kenneth Boutiette and his wife Susan; 2 sisters: Ann-Marie Kelly and Diane and her husband Michael Clements. Pete was pre-deceased by his sister, Carole E. Boutiette and by his parents Kenneth and Jeannette (Cadrin) Boutiette. He leaves several beloved nieces and nephews and will be sorely missed by his faithful yellow lab, Louie.
Peter lived with juvenile diabetes from an early age and spent summers with fellow diabetics at Camp Joslin in Charlton, where he progressed from camper to junior counselor to counselor. Friends he made there were a big part of his life until the present time. Pete graduated from Grafton High School where he was co-captain of a championship basketball team. He attended Fitchburg State University, where he also participated in university sports. He was the Plant Manager of Storopak, Inc. in Westboro for many years and moved on as owner and manager of Boutiette Refrigeration, Inc. Most recently, he built and managed Pete's Oasis Greenhouse in South Grafton, selling seasonal merchandise year round, including plants and flowers, pumpkins & Christmas trees. Starting out with one greenhouse 20 years ago, the business has expanded to five greenhouses. He enjoyed interacting with his customers every day and despite several medical conditions, Pete always had a smile on his face and a joke on his lips. Famous for his generosity and love of friends and family, he was known for hosting so many parties, from his legendary "hat" parties to celebrating the Super Bowl.
All are invited to gather with Pete's family and friends Wednesday, Dec. 9 from 4:00 to 7:00pm at Roney Funeral Home, 152 Worcester Street, North Grafton, MA 01536. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, Dec. 10 at 10:00am at St. James Church in South Grafton. All attending the funeral Mass are politely requested to go directly to the church. He will then be laid to rest at Fairview Cemetery in South Grafton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made the Pete's Oasis Memorial Fund at www.petesmemorial.org.
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for Peter Boutiette
December 21, 2015
So sorry to hear this news. Pete was a part of our Rite-to-Spring tradition. We always enjoyed our trips to the greenhouses. So sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Another long-time customer
December 14, 2015
My family and I are saddened by the sudden passing of Pete. We loved stopping by and picking out our flowers for spring and our tree at Christmas. Please accept our deepest sympathy. A long time customer...
Ken LaCourse
December 12, 2015
Dear Paul, Ken and Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss.
Ken LaCourse
Beth (Lavin) DePasquale
December 9, 2015
Tyler,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was a great guy with an infectious smile that brightened up the world around him. Just driving by his place made me smile thinking of him. My sympathies to his family and friends.
GHS '73
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A Long-Time Customer
December 9, 2015
My family and I were deeply saddened to learn of Pete's passing. We loved visiting Pete's Oasis for all of our seasonal plants and flowers. We'd park the car and Pete was right there to greet us. He always made us feel like dear friends, and he had been waiting for us to arrive. Such a gem. He will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathies to Deb and all of Pete's family.
Steve Gilchrist
December 9, 2015
Dianne,the Boutiette family and all of Pete's friends, my thoughts and prayers are with you all right now. I am so sorry for your loss. Peter was a great guy and will be missed by all.
Gerry/Pat Finn
December 9, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Ann Marie,Debbie and the entire Boutiette family..
Fran Boutilier Rivers
December 9, 2015
My condolences to the entire Boutiette family. May Pete Rest in Peace~
December 8, 2015
My condolences to Pete's family!!
Donna Demers
Class of 1973!! GHS
Regi Garvey
December 8, 2015
We were absolutely heartbroken to hear about Pete's passing. He will be deeply missed by the entire community. He took so much pride in his family and his business. Pete's Oasis was truly his oasis. His family is in our thoughts and prayers. XO, "Aidan's Mom"
December 8, 2015
No matter when you stopped to purchase any of Pete's merchandise he always went out of his way to ensure you left happy. His smile would brighten anyone's day! RIP Pete and are thoughts are with all he left behind!
Bud and Mary Richardson
December 8, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to Kenny and his Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
MIchelle Roy
December 8, 2015
My sincere and heartfelt sympathy to Deb and the entire Boutiette Family.
Joanie Donahue
December 8, 2015
To Pete's Family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Such a special guy, with everyone! We have been going to see Pete and Deb for year. Always made you feel like you were their only customer. Rest in Peace Pete! You will be missed deeply.
Steve and Kim Teixeira
December 8, 2015
Peter always had a smile on his face whenever you saw him. He loved sharing stories and making so many people houses beautiful with plants, pumpkins and Christmas trees. Heaven will be so beautiful with Peter there.
December 8, 2015
Dear Deb, Louie, The Oasis Crew and the Boutiette Family,
We extend to you our most heartfelt condolences for your loss. Pete was a warm, caring and exceptionally friendly person. We will miss him dearly. May he rest in peace.
Your friends at Agape Animal Hospital
Tina Paparazzo
December 8, 2015
Pete, I could always count on you for the most beautiful flowers for my home. Always a smile on your face. I will miss you.
Kent Howard
December 8, 2015
Dianne and the Boutiette Family,our thoughts and prayers are with you all right now,I am so sorry for your loss.Peter will be missed by many.
December 7, 2015
Lauren,Danny,Sarah,Marky Scheuer
December 7, 2015
Thank you for bringing us so much color and so many laughs. We're missing you, Pete.
Gary Beauchamp
December 7, 2015
Your Friends At The Grafton Public Library, Remember & Honor A Good Man....Eternal Peace Dear Pete, Eternal Peace.......
Michelle Gemme
December 7, 2015
RIP Pete I will miss talking pats and Redsox with you whenever I went to buy flowers I've been going there for 13yrs and always had a good laugh with you heaven took you to make everyone laugh you will always be remembered for your smile my deepest condolences to your family at this difficult time and to Louie a wonderful dog RIP Pete
Pat & Rick Francis
December 7, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to Pete's wife, son, and family. We were regularly customers of his until we moved to South Carolina. We always enjoyed our visits and chats. May he rest in peace...he was a joy to know.
Rich Guyette
December 7, 2015
Pete I still can't believe it.your uncle Bill called me over to tell me, but it still does not seem possible. I'm sure going to miss our ocasionable beer and conversations. Until we meet again my friend and neighbor I'll think of you often when ever I look across the street. My heart felt condolences go out to you Deb, Pete was a great guy. Rich G.
debbie anderson
December 7, 2015
Sorry deb and lou for ur lost
RIP Pete
Tom holland and debra anderson
Chris Redding
December 7, 2015
Thoughts and Prayers to the family. Pete was always friendly and helpful when I would stop by to shop for Mothers day flowers. RIP Pete
tina senecal
December 7, 2015
Enjoy paradise my friend.
tina senecal
December 7, 2015
Thank you for the many years of sharing your knowledge and passion for the green house life with me, Pete.On behalf of your Oasis crew, we thank you for sharing your passion for life, and treating us so well. We all love and miss you. Your strong presence is still felt. ENJOY PARADISE BUDDY!
Joe DiVirgilio (GHS '73)
December 7, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
John Atchue
December 7, 2015
I don't think I've ever known a nicer guy than Peter. He worked hard for everything he had and had a smile for everyone along the way. He was an exceptional person who I feel lucky to have known. God bless him and his family.
Feeney Family
December 7, 2015
Pete is in heaven for sure. Our angel. We will always keep you a live in our hearts.
Damin and Mary Prince
December 7, 2015
My son, Damin, loved seeing Pete every time when he went with his grandpa, Jim Contois, to get a tree, and flowers. We were saddened to see the sign yesterday. My son said Pete will always be in his heart. RIP friend.
rich whitney
December 7, 2015
MY prayers are with the Boutiette Family, Peter old friend rip. (rich whitney)
Dori Feeney
December 7, 2015
Our prayers are with the Boutiette Family. I will miss my dear brother in law. Merry Christmas in Heaven Pete. :-(
Deborah DeOrsey Pearson
December 7, 2015
I was shocked when I heard the news of your passing Pete! I just saw you in the fall for some flowers for my Mom. I always enjoyed talking to you about high school friends and you always asked about my Mom and family. Always a smile on your face! Rest in peace Pete. I will miss seeing that great smile of yours!
Jeanne Bilodeau
December 7, 2015
Peter,
It was a privilege and a pleasure to have known you and to call you my friend for the last 40 plus years. Ted and my hearts are so broken but we find comfort in knowing that Carole was there to greet you. With a glass of wine of course. Give her a giant hug for us. I love you and I'll miss you. Keep them laughing up there in your new home "Pete's Heavenly Oasis"
Priscilla & John Arbuckle
December 7, 2015
Dear Family,
Pete made all his patrons friends. We began going to his lovely greenhouse about 3 years ago and came to love Pete and his family and workers. Such care and attention to all he touched and all the people he knew. We will miss you Pete. May the memories and love you leave be a lesson and blessing to all of us.
Peace,
John and Priscilla Arbuckle
George and Mariellen Courville
December 7, 2015
Mariellen and I have gone to see Pete for years for all our spring flowers, fall mums, and Christmas trees he aways gave it such a personal touch, We will miss him very much! See ya Pete!
Holly Reney
December 6, 2015
Rest well my friend. You were an amazing man, friend and boss. You will be forever loved and missed!
Jeannine Byrum
December 6, 2015
Another great cousin lost from our family. Not enough words to say how sad we are. Rest in peace my cousin/brother we had many great adventures growing up together.
Judy Noel-Hendricks
December 6, 2015
Dear Deb and Lou,
My heart aches for you. When I heard this sad news yesterday I was shocked and deeply saddened. Heaven will now be adorned with even more beautiful gardens by a man who puts everything he has into all he does. He will be sorely missed by countless people who's lives you have both touched. May God Bless & be with you at this most difficult time.
With prayerful sympathy,
Judy Noel-Hendricks
Brian and Andrea Toupin
December 6, 2015
Oh Pete, my heart sunk as I went by your house today and saw the sign "In Memory of Pete" I was shocked,cried and reflected on all the memories from when we first met to being best man in our wedding to all fun, jokes and laughs we shared for many years after. You loved your family and friends and passionate about you business. A life well lived Pete, may you rest in peace!
rita bridges
December 6, 2015
See you in Heaven Pete,God just got an awesome man on friday. I bet your making everybody laugh.Say hi to everyone for me.Your gone ,but you'll never be forgotten!! MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY.
annie
December 6, 2015
R.I.P. my boss and friend! So many good times and memories, I will miss you forever ♡♡♡
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