Deacon Paul M. Fournier

1948 - 2024

Deacon Paul M. Fournier, 75, of Attleboro, MA passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 6, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of his wife of 56 years, Florence (Phelps) Fournier. He steadfastly sought to live his life with justice, loving kindness, and humility.

Paul was born in Gardner, MA on November 9, 1948 to the late Maurice and Rose (Lavigne) Fournier, and graduated from Notre Dame High School in Fitchburg, MA in 1966. Paul met the love of his life, Florence, while they were both working for Heywood Wakefield Furniture Company in Gardner, MA. He spent his career working in computer systems and technology, retiring after 23 years from Teknor Apex Company in Pawtucket, RI in 2004.

Paul, a lifelong Catholic, was ordained as a deacon in the Diocese of Fall River. In addition to serving in parish ministry in the Attleboro area, he also dedicated himself to hospital chaplaincy, ministering at both St. Anne's Hospital in Fall River, MA, and Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro, MA.

When asked, Paul would tell you that his family was the most important thing in his life. He is survived by his loving wife Florence (Phelps) Fournier; his children Paul Fournier of Attleboro, MA and his wife Kristine; Mary Fournier of Attleboro, MA; Danielle Crain of Attleboro, MA and her husband Richard; and Peter Fournier of Angier, NC and his partner Joseph Proccacini. His grandchildren Katelyn Fournier, Kristina Fournier, Caleb Fournier, Logan Fournier, Richard Crain IV, William Crain, and Eleanor Crain. He leaves behind his sister, Sr. Lucille Fournier, S.S.S of Waterville, ME, and is predeceased by his sister Claire Richard.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 5-8 pm on Thursday, October 10th, at Duffy-Poule Funeral and Cremation Services, located at 20 Peck Street, Attleboro, MA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 11th, 2024, at 11:00 am at St. John the Evangelist Parish, 1 St. John's Place, Attleboro, MA. This will be followed by interment at St. Stephen's Cemetery, Attleboro.

We encourage those who knew Paul to share their memories on his memorial page, as a tribute to his life. Please visit www.duffy-poule.com