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PAUL RACICOT Obituary
RACICOT, 90
WINTER HAVEN - Paul Norman Racicot, 90, of Winter Haven, died of cancer on Friday, January 18, 2013, at Good Shepherd Hospice of Auburndale.
He was born on April 16, 1922, in Cambridge, MA, and moved to Florida, in 1960. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II, was wounded in Normandy, France, and was awarded a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star. Later, as a machinist for Martin Marietta in Orlando, he crafted precision parts for early space program rockets. He enjoyed fishing, going for long walks, and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was of Christian faith.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Leah Racicot; sons, Carl Racicot (Joy) of Loughman, FL, Steven Racicot (Anna) of Questa, NM, and Timothy Racicot (Lorraine) of Ribera, NM; daughter, Jennifer Perry (Jeffrey) of Tampa, FL; brothers, Alfred Racicot of Stroughton, MA, Ernest Racicot of Shrewsberry, MA, David Racicot of Alfred, ME, Edward Racicot (Jean) of Webster, MA; grandchildren, Holli, Kate, Katherine, Liz, Daisie, Alicia, Joe, Joshua, Dylan, and Jessica; and great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Isaiah, Devonna, Ike, Sean, Nicholas, Corbett, Serenity, Kelsey, Juan, Riley, Merayla, Christopher, Amberlyn, and Enrique.
A Celebration-of-Life service will be held Saturday, January 26, at 2:00 p.m., at Spring Haven Retirement Community in Winter Haven.
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Barbara Donovan
January 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy to your family in the loss of your loved one. I met Mr. Racicot a number of years ago. I found him to be a very special person with a great sense of humor.
Ernie Racicot
January 25, 2013
Paul is owed by me, more than I can ever repay.Prayers are all we can do now.
Ernie
January 25, 2013
I owe brother more than I can ever repay. All the best wishes and prayers go with him.
Brother Ernie
January 24, 2013
Edward & Jean Racicot
Richard Racicot
January 24, 2013
There is a reunion in heaven with Uncle Paul and my dad, Fernand that I know for sure. Bless and keep Aunt Leah and all my cousins in their time of loss.
Susan Hurd
January 23, 2013
I'll always remember my Uncle Paul's laughter and humor. One time while visiting Maine in August and he was "freezing" my Mom went and got my Dad's snowmobile suit for him to put on - and he did! I don't think it was on long but the picture of it has stuck in my mind all these years. Our hearts and prayers go out to all those who are close to him - we are sorry to have him gone but thankful he is not suffering.
January 23, 2013
a special prayer and thought for a super family.Love ernestine.
Jennifer Perry
January 22, 2013
You were the Best Daddy Ever! You taught me so much,driving, fishing, & math (ugh) to name a few-Family was always important. Camping trips, Beach trips, Car Trips to Maine to visit family. You always had a quick wit and had a joke or story to tell. You are now with me everyday. Glad we had these last few weeks together. Love, Your daughter Jennifer
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