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Roger Charpentier Obituary
Brookfield - Roger J. Charpentier, Jr., 68, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 23, 2015.
Roger grew up in North Brookfield, son of Roger J. and Margaret (Fuller) Charpentier, Sr. and graduated from Worcester Boys Trade High School and lived in Brookfield all his life.
He was many things to many people, Husband, Son, Father, Grampy and EE. He was a friend, plumber and to all, he was an inspiration. He was never too busy to help anyone in need, always thinking of others before himself. Everyone who knew him was blessed to have him touch their lives.
He enjoyed working on cars, skiing, hiking, biking, woodworking and even mowing his field, but most of all his family and friends. He was a self-employed plumber, who could have retired but loved plumbing so much he said he would never retire.
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the Naval Construction Battalion known as MCB58, glad to be constructing and not destructing. Proud of his service to his country, he still remained friends with men he met while serving in the Navy and going to reunions. He was a member of the Massachusetts Plumbing Inspectors and volunteered his time for over 20 years helping those in need at Camp Sunshine and helping those less fortunate than himself. To Roger "Everyday is a good day, but some are better than others".
He leaves his wife of 43 years, Denise (Vaudreuil) Charpentier; two sons, Joseph R. and his wife Jenith of Worcester and Marc M. of Brookfield; a daughter, Marie Oprica and her husband George of Brookfield; the loves of his life his grandchildren, James, Vivienne, Anyssa, Mia, Miles and Simon; three brothers, Richard and his wife Kim, Robert and his wife Karen and Russell; three sisters, Maureen and her husband Gary Valler, Nancy and her husband Richard Nykiel and Joanne and her husband James Ford; two brother-in-laws, Wilfred Vaudreuil and Leo Vaudreuil and his wife Toni; many nieces and nephews and the most amazing lady in the world, his mother Margaret (Fuller) Charpentier.
A Funeral Mass for Roger will be held Thursday, August 27, 2015 at 10:00 AM in St. John the Baptist Church in East Brookfield. Calling hours will be held Wednesday, August 26, 2015 from 4 to 7 PM in the Varnum Funeral Home, Inc., 43 East Main St., West Brookfield. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery in North Brookfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Camp Sunshine, 35 Acadia Rd., Casco, ME 04015.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roger Charpentier
Dan Henderson
September 18, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss. I enjoyed working with Roger
September 2, 2015
Denise and family, our condolences for your great loss, such a terrible tragedy....May God give you strength and peace for you and all your of your loved ones. Teri & Rich Leyden/ Worcester
Tom Temple
September 1, 2015
I had served with Roger in Vietnam with MCB58. In the following years I had worked in Spencer but didn't cross paths until a little over a year ago when we ran into each other in Big Y. We talked about old times and a few months later he invited me to have lunch with fellow Seabee Jerry Oleander and him. During that lunch we talked over old times and also discussed dealing with VA red tape he gave me some good device which I never got to thank him . I am very great fun for his help. He will be missed. God bless.
August 31, 2015
Alan and I are heart broken over your tragic loss. Our prayers are with you and your family forever. All our love.
The Reeds
August 28, 2015
So sorry to hear of your father's passing Marie. We will be praying for your family.
Carol Gagne
August 28, 2015
Denise I just found out about Roger. I am so sorry for your loss. I know what you are going through. My prayers go with you. I'm here anytime you need to talk. He was one of the best.
Larry and Diane Buzzell
August 27, 2015
So very very sorry. Love and prayers to all.
August 27, 2015
My deepest sympathy, Denise, to you and your family.
Beth Tourtellotte
Claire Israelson
August 27, 2015
To The Charpentier family,
So very sorry for the loss of you husband and father. Always such a nice man. May you find peace and strength in the road ahead.
Friends From Brookfield
August 27, 2015
We were sad to hear about roger's tragedy. We hired him to do some plumbing work,not long ago. Rest in peace roger!!! Prayers & thoughts to all of his family.
Chye Khoo
August 27, 2015
Best person who taught me a lot as I was in Sales from Marlboro supply. Always Patient and Kind even when the wrong items were delivered. Best Customer for a Sales man. May the Lord Shine upon you. Our condolences.
Norine Laferriere
August 26, 2015
My sincere condolences. I'm Sorry to miss the service, but I am here in Colorado at Judy's. They are devastated as well.
Be well.
August 26, 2015
Denise, my prayers are with you and your family.
Donna Jacobson
Travis Brown
August 26, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Roger will be missed very much.
Derek
August 26, 2015
So many great memories of so many trips with the scouts. And I remember the canoe rack he built to hold all of them at once. I was so impressed by that piece of work. He was a good man and he will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mr & Mrs George Dellomo
August 26, 2015
Mrs Charpentier, we were saddened to hear of Rogers tragic accident. We were lucky enough to meet Roger and have him work his magic for us one cold winter. He was always ready with a wave in town. Peace be with you and your family.
Robert Whitby
August 26, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to all of the Charpentier family.
Maureen Dixon
August 26, 2015
Dear Dee and family,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I hope, in time, that your memories of Roger will give you a measure of comfort and healing.
Dennis Vaudreuil
August 26, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you
Bob and Joan Spainhower
August 25, 2015
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. May the Lord strengthen and comfort you.
Cheryl & Rich Coggins
August 25, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Charpentier family at this sad time. Cheryl, Rich Coggins, Amy (Coggins) Thomas, Jason Coggins (formerly of Molasses Hill Rd., Brookfield)
Normand Charpentier
August 25, 2015
...Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but smiles of loved ones gone before us. The Palmer Charpentiers are thinking of you and your family at this time of loss and sadness. Norm, Jane and Gail
Mindee Morning
August 25, 2015
Kelly and I send love and hugs to you as you go through this time of grief. Our hearts break for your loss. We will be sending you prayers and strength.
mike kulig
August 25, 2015
Words come hard for another Vietnam veteran lost, to tragic rest in piece
Ann Ramsey
August 25, 2015
Dear Denise and family, what a beautiful tribute to Roger. Warren and I are saddened for your unexpected, devastating loss and offer you our hearts and prayers at this difficult time. May you find comfort in your memories of Roger's devotion and love for you......and yours for him. In loving memory of a wonderful person.
steven pierce
August 25, 2015
my deepest sorrow for your loss he will be missed deeply.
Susan Decoteau Farris
August 25, 2015
Denise and Family:
I am so deeply sorry for your tragic loss of Roger. May your memories sustain you during this difficult time.
Susan Decoteau Farris
Steve Howell
August 25, 2015
You were a inspiration in many ways.. God bless your family & friends.
Ellen (McConville) Ganley
August 25, 2015
Wonderfully written words which just begin to capture the wonderful man he was. So many of my happiest childhood memories involve you all - my heart is broken for your loss. Mrs. C, Joey, Marc & Marie know that his spirit and smile will live on in all of you and his beautiful grandchildren. Hugs to you all.
David & Nancy Bourdeau
August 25, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the Charpentier family. Roger will be missed by all and our hearts go out to you at this very sad time.
God Bless
Gail Ryan
August 25, 2015
I am so sorry fo your loss.
Lloyd Eze
August 25, 2015
Bob, my heart goes out to you and your entire family at this time. Please, take heart and may God grant Roger, your brother eternal rest IJN, amen.
Jason Frigon
August 25, 2015
Dear Russ and family,
We are very sorry for your lose. Your family will be in our prayers.
Jason Michelle & Frigon family,
Bruce Morrison
August 25, 2015
He was a great guy. I spent time with him in MCB58.
Gary & Sherry Kellaher
August 25, 2015
Dear Denise and Family, There are no words to help ease your pain but may all your wonderful memories with Roger help you through this most difficult time. With prayers of sympathy....
August 25, 2015
Dear Charpenter Family,
My son in law Corwin spoke highly of Roger.
With Sympathy,
Anne Milkowski
Roland & Linda Rathay
August 25, 2015
Tragic!!!! Sorry to hear about Roger, He will be missed
Dave and Sue Hambleton
August 25, 2015
All our prayers and thoughts
Karen Lamb
August 25, 2015
Dear Denise and family,
My heart is broken for all of you... Roger was truly a wonderful man. I will miss seeing him on 148 every morning! He made me smile everytime I saw him. I would beep and wave and he would smile that handsome smile and wave back. Now he is walking with our Lord. Love to you always, Karen, Michael and Bobby Lamb
Cynthia Martin
August 25, 2015
I am so sorry Denise,May your family find peace <3
Robin Tibbetts Marble
August 25, 2015
Mrs. Charpentier & family.. So sorry for your loss, may you cherish your memories and he rest in peace
Harmon and Judy Pollard
August 25, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
richard & charlotte chabot
August 25, 2015
so very sorry for your loss. roger will be missed by all who knew him. may he rest in peace. we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Russ and Sandy Ewings
August 25, 2015
Denise, our deepest sympathies to you and your family during this very difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss. God bless and my Roger rest in peace.
The Richardson Family
August 25, 2015
such a beautifully-written obituary - truly a tribute to a very special man.
Ann Mulrooney
August 25, 2015
Denise I have fond memories of Your family and the days we worked at Headway and our children played together. My prayer is that God will bless your with happy memories to ease the pain of your loss. I remember Roger as a true, honest and sweet man.
August 25, 2015
Mrs. Charpentier and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Roger was a very special person.I remember him speaking of his Vietnam service saying "I was constructing, not destructing". That statement speaks volumes of this gentle person's spirit. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Hobbie Easthampton MA.
August 25, 2015
I only met Roger once at my son's house and thought he was a fine man. He will be missed.
George Castonguay, New Braintree
Laurei O'Day
August 25, 2015
I can't find the words to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. Denise, you, Roger and your family have been on my mind since I heard the awful news. Every time I look around my canning kitchen I can see all the beautiful work Roger did there for me and I can't believe he's gone. He was a wonderful man.
August 25, 2015
Dear Denise, and family your in my heart thoughts Barbara Monti
Ray Lavigne
August 24, 2015
Denise I am so sorry for your loss, I am Gonna miss him so much We have been friends for over 50 years He has all my prayers for him Ray
Skip & Phee George
August 24, 2015
May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort.
Maggie Madsen
August 24, 2015
Mrs. Charpentier & Family, Donny and I are so sorry for Roger's passing! We will keep your in our prayers, and pray that Roger is at peace.
Donny & Maggie Madsen - Worcester, MA
August 24, 2015
So sorry for your loss. He will surly be missed.
Dave Whittemore
August 24, 2015
I enjoyed volunteering with him at camp... He will be missed.
Shirley & Bob Davis
August 24, 2015
We will miss volunteering with this remarkable man at Camp Sunshine... So many nice talks between the Navy Seebees and the Army...Our biggest regret is that we didn't meet him sooner. Will miss you so much when we volunteer. Hope that Nancy and Denise will still come to Camp Sunshine so we can Honor Rodger together...
August 24, 2015
Rest in peace. May time and all the amazing memories help heal the pain of his passing to all his friends and family.
Mr & Mrs Patrick Woodbury
August 24, 2015
Mrs. Charpentier and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Roger is an incredible man and did so much for so many he will forever be in the hearts of the community....thinking of you all
August 24, 2015
Denise, Phil and I were so sorry to hear of the tragedy that befell Roger... and then his death. You will all remain in our prayers. Roger was a unique individual who cared deeply for all he came in contact with and always had a smile on his face. Thank you for sharing him with all of us.
Yvette O'Brien
August 24, 2015
Denise, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family. I will keep you both in my daily rosary. God bless.
Lisa and Tom Baker
August 24, 2015
Denise and family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope all the wonderful memories you shared with Roger finds you comfort in the days ahead. Thoughts are with you.
Dr. & Mrs. Timothy Hoffman
August 24, 2015
Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in the Faith and may you Rest in Peace,
Paul & Gail Moryl
August 24, 2015
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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