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Paul Durocher Obituary
Chief Durocher was actively serving in the U.S. Navy, stationed at the US Naval Sub Base in Groton, aboard the USS California. He was united in marriage to Meaghan Durocher Oct. 29, 2008, in a civil service in Groton.
His beloved wife survives him. He is survived by his children, Dominic Durocher and Cameron Durocher at home. He is survived by six siblings: Jacques Durocher, Jean-Robert Durocher, Marie Ange Blanc, Davidson Doucher, Gerard J. Durocher and Sasha Duroche; his in-laws, Ray and Sue Myatt; brother-in-law Raymond Myatt; his maternal grandmother Carmel Miracienne Rony; as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
His family will receive relatives and friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, May 23, at the Impellitteri-Malia Funeral Home, 84 Montauk Ave., New London. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 24, in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 1650 CT-12, Gales Ferry. Interment will take place in Avery–Stoddard Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, donation in his memory for the benefit of his children may be made to, Paul H. Durocher, Memorial Fund, c/o Navy Federal Credit Union, 24 Sailfish Dr., Groton, CT 06340.
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Christine Thurlow-Hansen
May 16, 2023
It is hard to believe a year has gone by already. From knowing your wife and children, I am aware of how much love you had for your family and how absolutely special your are to them. Your legacy will live on through your amazing sons forever. I continue to send love and prayers to all of your family and friends that were impacted by your passing. Love, Christine Thurlow-Hansen and Paris
Eric Ryle
May 23, 2022
Saw His passing on our Facebook group.
Please send my Deepest sympathies for the Family. Your Legacy is well written and now remembered in a long line of Boat Sailors who I am sure have welcome you into your new Heavenly Eternal place and Home. Rest in Peace Chief.
Eric Ryle - TheSubVet.com
Aurora Colorado
SSBN 631
SSBN 655
AS-34
Adrienne Foster Ciapciak and Roy Ciapciak
May 22, 2022
Our sympathy. Prayers for you and the boys.
Pauline McRae
May 21, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Bob Butts
May 21, 2022
Deepest condolences to Meg and the boys. Paul was not only a coworker and friend, he was a brother to so many people. There was never a dull moment around Paul, he lightened up the room and brought us all happiness. It didn't matter if it was in control while on watch or in the mess decks, he always made things better. Words cannot express how much you will be missed brother and how much you are loved. Rest easy Pauly and thank you so very much for being my friend, a mentor and my brother.
USS Alexandria 11-14
Brian E Park
May 20, 2022
FTC Durocher exemplified the best qualities of a true leader. His genuine smile and positivity naturally drew people around him and we all depended on him on personal and professional level. There may be many competent leaders out there but there are very few like FTC who had a heart of gold. My condolences to his family, friends, and brothers onboard CALIFORNIA.
CHOP Park
Joy and Gary
May 20, 2022
Paul was an outstanding father to our beloved Meg and his sons. We will deeply miss his smiling face at our River Road community. Bless and Keep you Meg, Dom, and Cam.
Bubba Melton
May 19, 2022
My utmost condolences to his family and friends.
Often times as a squadron member we are avoided and sometimes not well recieved by the crew...but FTC always went out of his way to come up for a hand shake and/or a "dab". It was unusual at first because that so rarely happens, but literally he did it every single time we came on board. Speaks volumes to the radiant positive energy of this man. It is clear he left a lasting impression on all of those he served with or knew and he was loved dearly by the crew. He will be remembered and missed dearly.
Jonathan French
May 19, 2022
FTC Durocher was a dedicated, skilled sailor and leader on USS California. As his AWEPS, I got to see him mold his division and department every day. He set the example, and he will be sorely missed. My love and prayers to the family and shipmates he has left behind.
V/r,
LT Jonathan French, SSN-781 2018-2021
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