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Robert Chagnon Obituary
Worcester - Robert R. Chagnon, 94, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2015 in Rose Monahan Hospice. His wife of 50 years, Phyllis E. (Rich) Chagnon predeceased him in 1997. He leaves several cousins including Donald Kender and his wife Jeanne of Webster and John Paul Lacombe and his wife Maureen of Shrewsbury.
Bobby was born in Marlboro, son of the late Robert W. and Mildred (Boileau) Chagnon. He graduated from Commerce High School in 1940 and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII, serving as a pharmaceutical technician in the medical corp. in Italy and North Africa. He owned and operated Chagnon's Market from 1946-1953 and then worked as a butcher and deli manager at Brockleman Brothers Market and Stop and Shop, retiring in May 1983. He was a member of Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, the American Legion Post 319, Disabled American Veterans Post 4, and the Auburn Elks.
A calling hour will be held on Monday, August 3, 2015 from 9-10 a.m. in Nordgren Funeral Home 300 Lincoln St. A funeral Mass will follow at 10:30 in Our Lady of the Rosary Church 25 Fales St.. Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery. Flowers may be sent. For directions or to leave an online condolence message, please visit
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Linda Loomer-Connell
August 7, 2015
Bobby, you are now at home once again with Phyllis. Words can't express how much you and Phyllis meant to Emil and myself. Our Christmas holidays were filled with joy, love, laughter and amazing food as you opened your hearts and home to all that attended your "open house". You always made everyone feel welcome in your dwelling and the memories are still with me. To express how I feel about you is as follows: To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.
Rest in Peace, Bob, you have succeeded many times over. Love, Linda (Loomer) Connell.
John H.
August 6, 2015
May the lord be with you Bobby, will always remember your kindness and open heart to every one that new you.
Brenda and al Vanasse
August 2, 2015
Uncle bob was a very good man he will be missed deeply
GLENN RICH JR
August 2, 2015
REST IN PEACE UNCLE BOB THANK YOU FOR BEING THERE ALL THESE YEARS YOU ARE NOW HOME WHERE YOU HAVE WANTED TO BE FOR SO LONG.YOU ARE AT PEACE WITH THOSE YOU LOVE GLENNY AND LINDA
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Crystal and Michael Paradise
August 2, 2015
Uncle Bob you are missed and will be missed always. You were a wonderful man to everyone. You will never be forgotten.
Nicole Gleason
August 2, 2015
Sorry for the loss of your loved one, he was such a sweet man
August 1, 2015
Thank you for serving our country. May you rest in peace. May your family find comfort in the memories you shared.
Dr.Timothy Hoffman
July 31, 2015
Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.
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