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Richard Simard Obituary
MANCHESTER -- Richard E. Simard, 67, died Oct. 17, 2010, at Massachusetts General Hospital after a short illness.
He was born in Manchester on Nov. 4, 1942, to Lionel R. and Irene (Paquette) Simard. He attended St. Anthony Grammar School, Manchester High School Central, New England College, earning his degree from the University of New Hampshire.
He owned and operated both Granite State Office Systems and Granite State Office Supplies for more than 30 years. After a short retirement, he operated his own business, Alpha Business, and was also involved in estate management.
Active in his community, he served on the boards of various local charitable organizations and was a member of the One Thousand Men of the Monastery of the Precious Blood as well as the Rotary Club International.
He loved playing golf, cooking, and following both the Patriots and Red Sox. Above all else, Richard loved spending time with his family.
IN HIS LIFE: Family members include his children, Kenneth Simard Sr. of Goffstown, Linda Simard of Florida, Debbie White and her husband Dana of Manchester; his former wife of more than 27 years, Robin Simard, and their children, Richella Simard of Manchester, Rhianna Simard of Bedford, and Richard Simard of Bedford; two grandchildren, Kenneth Simard Jr. and Larry Allard Jr.; one brother, Robert L. Simard and his wife Claire of Manchester; one sister, Elaine T. Tickler and her husband William of Manchester; many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
SERVICES: Calling hours at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., corner of North Street, Manchester, are Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m.
The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony of Padua Church. Committal prayers will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Manchester.
Memorial donations may be made to the Monastery of the Precious Blood, 700 Bridge St., Manchester 03104 or to the Serenity Place, 101 Manchester 03101.
For more information, go to www.lambertfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Simard
Monika Bryant
October 20, 2010
May God embrace the members of Dick's family at this time of loss. I've known
the family for many years and can only imagine the sorrow at his untimely loss.
He was always such a sincere and fun-lovingperson.
Dick will be missed by all of the peoples lives he touched.
Patsy Anacki
October 20, 2010
All of us at Southern Wine & Spirits of New England are saddened by the passing of Mr. Simard. He was a joy to work with and he will be dearly missed by all of us who had the opportunity to know him. Our deepest condolences to his family on this great loss.
Kristy Ellsworth
October 20, 2010
God Bless the Simard family, and anyone who has been touched by the life of this remarkable man. May Faith and the love of family comfort you in this terrible time. The sun will shine again
Dan and Kathleen Dumaine
October 20, 2010
Ken
May our Lord Jesus wrap you and your family in His ever loving grace as your hearts cry out in mourning. We are so sorry for your loss. With sincere Blessings, Dan and Kathy
Kristy Ellsworth
October 20, 2010
God bless all of the Simard family and everyone that has been touched by the life of this remakable man... May faith and the love of your family get you through this terrible time... The sun will shine again.
Tina DiVenuti
October 20, 2010
Rich,
We were so sorry to hear the sad news about your Dad. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Remember that you're always welcome at our house.
Mr & Mrs D. - aka Tina & Larry
beth grady
October 19, 2010
Dick knew my father and family very well. I am so sorry for your loss.
October 19, 2010
Kenny
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Your friends Tina and Phil
Roland Gamelin
October 19, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
John FitzGerald
October 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Simard family during this most difficult time.
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