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Ronald Tetreau Obituary
DOUGLAS - Ronald E. Tetreau, Sr., 71, of Elaine Ave. in Webster formerly of S.E. Main St., died Friday, Sept. 27, 2013 at the Rose Monahan Hospice House in Worcester after a long illness.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Lorraine J. (Letendresse) Tetreau; 3 sons, Ronald E. Tetreau, Jr. and his wife Heidi of Webster, James L. Tetreau and his wife Roxanne of Dudley and David J. Tetreau and his wife Michelle of Douglas; 2 daughters, Terese M. "Terri" Tetreau and her companion Paul O'Leary of Hope, RI and Deanne M. Sullivan and her husband Shane of Dudley; his mother-in-law, Joan M. Letendresse of Webster Manor; 10 grandchildren, Josh, Riley, Jenna, Jared, Joseph, Brittany, Benjamin, Isabella, Cameron, and Cody; 2 step grandchildren, Mathew and Emily and a great grandson, Noah; a brother, Gerard Tetreau of N. Smithfield; 3 sisters, Joan Brown of Blackstone, Nancy Gravel and Elaine Blanchette, both of Palm Desert, CA; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Robert Tetreau.
Born in Milford, MA on March 8, 1942, he was the son of the late Floribert and Lillian (Preston) Tetreau and lived in Douglas 50 years. He was educated in the Millville school system and was a graduate of Johnson and Wales College in RI. He worked for General Motors in Framingham for 27 years retiring in 1992. He also was a self-employed painter and wallpaper hanger for several years. He served in the U.S. Navy on the Flight Squadron in Brunswick, ME, Virginia, and Sicily. An avid outdoorsman in his younger years, Ron enjoyed hunting and fishing. He enjoyed the occasional trip to the casino, singing and playing the guitar. He once served on the Douglas School Committee and previously belonged to the Knights and Maids musical group. He was a longtime member of St. Denis Church.
His funeral will be held on Mon., Sept. 30 from Jackman Funeral Home, 7 Mechanic St., Douglas with a Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Denis Church, 23 Manchaug St., Douglas. Burial will follow in St. Denis Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home are Sun., Sept. 29 from 4-8 p.m. Donations in Ron's memory may be made to the Rose Monahan Hospice House, 10 Judith Rd., Worcester, MA 01602. To leave a condolence message for the family, please visit:
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Tetreau
October 12, 2013
DEAR LORRAINE & FAMILY:
I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. WE HAD SO MANY GREAT TIMES TOGETHER AND WILL TRULY MISS RON'S
SENSE OF HUMOR AND GREAT SMILE. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING A VERY DIFFICULT TME.
LOVE, LESLIE RICHARDS (DIX)
October 3, 2013
thinking of you, Ron.
Catherine Casey
October 3, 2013
Tetreau family- it was such a privilege to care for Ron during his last days. I was.so blessed to see such a loving family. What a gift that is, not everyone has that! May God strengthen you with the wonderful memories you have. Catherine.
Bill & Teena Porter
October 2, 2013
To the Tetreau family. Bill and I will always remember his kindness. Always smiling. He was a great man, and he will be remembered and missed by so many people. Praying for the family, its never easy to lose a loved one, even though we know they are in a better place. Thinking of you all.
Richard Fougere
October 1, 2013
Lorraine and family...I was saddened to learn of Ron's passing. I send my condolences to all of you. May your best and happiest memories of him sustain you at this sad time in your lives. Richard Fougere
Hank and Marlene Bosma
October 1, 2013
Sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you comfort in this time of sorrow.
Tracy Laczka-Loughlin
September 30, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Wagner Family
September 30, 2013
Dear Tetreau Family,
We are so sorry of the passing of Mr. Tetreau. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
September 30, 2013
Dee & the Tetreau Family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I know how much you loved him and that you will miss him very much. I pray your memories sustain you during this difficult time.
Thinking of you all with love,
Stacy(Ducharme)Goozey & The Ducharme Family
Scott & Karen Yacino
September 30, 2013
To the Tetreau Family - We were so sorry to learn of Ron's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Eric & Jennifer Mathieu
September 30, 2013
Mrs. Tetreau & Family,
Eric and I were sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Tetreau, he always made us laugh. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
September 29, 2013
Lorraine and Precious Tetreau Family,
May the love and prayers that surround you bring you strength, comfort, and peace now and always.
Love & Prayers,
Pauline & John
Christina Burdulis
September 29, 2013
Lorraine and family,
So sorry for your loss! He was a wonderful man.
September 29, 2013
Dear Ron, Heidi, Josh & Riley,
We were so sad to hear about your dad/grandfather's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Mike, Kathy, Emily & Connor
Deborah Messier
September 29, 2013
Lorraine and Deanna and family,
I will keep you all in my prayers. I feel so privileged to have known you all for so many years. You always made me feel part of your family. Ronnie always bragged about his family, he loved you all so much. You all took such good care of each other and especially Ronnie. I will miss his smile and jokes. I always looked forward to Ronnie's appointments---you all brought us such joy, you made the worst days enjoyable. Who couldn't love Ronnie! God Bless you all. Ronnie no more pain-rest in peace. You will be greatly missed but always in my heart!
Mark Massa
September 29, 2013
Dear Terri and family, please accept our condolences at this trying time! Love,Mark,Sara and Niko
September 29, 2013
The very best man I knew second only to God. I was so blessed to have him in my life and in my family's life. I will forever hold onto my loving memories of all the wonderful times we shared with him. He was always there for all of us, and I am content to know that his pain is gone and he is safe at rest. His wish for us would be to go on and live happily in his loving memory, and I plan to do that never letting a day pass without a thought of him. He will forever stay
in my heart.
Cathy
Terri
September 29, 2013
Daddy, words can never express just how much I love you. You have given me so much and taught me so much. You taught me how to love unconditionally, accept others for who they are, and the value of family and so much more. Please know that I am the person I am today because the of the values you instilled in me. I love you and miss you. You will forever remain in my heart.
Ken & Kelly Garber
September 29, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family at this most difficult time.
Bettyjean (Picotte) Bedrosian
September 29, 2013
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together. I have many memories with all of you. My heart hurts but I will always carry my memories and never forget.
Chris (Anderson) McCaffrey
September 28, 2013
Lorraine, I am so saddened to learn of Big Ronnie's passing. My memories of spending time with my "extended family" are full of love, laughter and caring. Ronnie's big laugh was so joyous and memorable! Please take comfort with family and friends, and knowing that he has found light in the love of God now.
Rick & Pat Francis
September 28, 2013
Dear Lorraine and family, We were so saddened to read of Ronnie's passing. We shared so many good times together. I don't think we could have ever thank you two enough for caring for Brad all those years after school. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers
Linda Hamilton
September 28, 2013
Lorraine,
My condolences to you and your family. My heart goes out to you.
September 28, 2013
Growing up next to "Big Ronnie", Lorraine and all the Tetreau's was one of my favorite parts of growing up on A street. Ron was a man's man and his love of family was infectious and great to see. As the years passed I enjoyed Ron even more as I got older. What a great guy he was to me and my own family. You will be missed by all that knew you, Ron. My love and sympathy to all of you.
Mike MacInnis
September 28, 2013
Lorraine and family,so sorry for your loss. We will always remember the beautiful smile and laughter that he share with many of us. Thank god he is in a better place now and no pain or disconfort and he is at peace
Bob and Nancy
September 28, 2013
I'll never forget all the things we did together pep. I can remember going fishing with you as a kid and staying over the house on the weekends and being able to stay up late. Ill never forget when you took me to Gettysburg and we stayed in Amish country in a hotel that looks like a river boat. I'm going to miss you. Love you.
Josh
Denise Clark
September 28, 2013
Lorraine and family:
My sincere condolences to you and and your family at this time. Keep all the great memories close to your hearts. Blessings to you and your family.
Rene & Beverly Thibodeau
September 28, 2013
Lorraine & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Ron's passing.
May he rest in eternal peace.
Mike Liepman
September 28, 2013
Always smiling, devoted to family. He will be missed.
anna mae & jimmy grout
September 28, 2013
Lorraine and Family Jimmy and i want to say we are so sorry for your loss. Ron was a great guy we miss u both living so far away. He is at peace now and in a much better place. hugs Lorraine xxoo
Anne Burgess
September 28, 2013
Lorraine and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, hold on to the many happy memories.
Sheila Keough
September 28, 2013
What a great man. A great example of what a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend should be. I was blessed to have known him.
My heart goes out to all of you.
Deb Jameson
September 28, 2013
To Lorraine and Family
My deepest sympathy, but just know that Ron will always be in your hearts and you have great memories.
Jill & Caleb Moody
September 28, 2013
Uncle Jimmy, Aunt Roxann, Jenna, Jared & the entire Tetreau family,
We were so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. Always enjoyed seeing him at cookouts and hearing his great laugh! Sending our love, thoughts and prayers.
Dee
September 27, 2013
I'll miss you daddy. We shared so much over the last few years. You taught me to be a strong person and to never give up. You fought so hard and I was in your corner the whole time. You didn't lose the battle, it was your way of making me stay strong and to never give up. I will be with you again someday, and I know that you'll be in my corner giving me strength when I need it most. I'll always be your baby. I love you.
Carol Kalil-Hamilton
September 27, 2013
Jim and family sorry for your loss
Ed & Lorraine Picotte
September 27, 2013
Our sincere love and sympathy to all of you. Ron will be missed by many. Many memories made and shared with you will always remain in our hearts. Blessings to all of you.
maryann
September 27, 2013
Great man. He will be so missed. It was a pleasure and privelage to have him as a patient. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless.
Maryann Pulmonary
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