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Francis Daignault Obituary
He is survived by his wife of 67 years: Joyce A. (Edmundson) Daignault.
Frank was born on November 14, 1936, in Woonsocket, RI to the late Eugene and Claire (Belhumeur) Daignault.
He graduated from Woonsocket High School in 1956, earned his Bachelor's Degree from Rhode Island College in 1973 and his Master's Degree in 1977. He taught Shop in Johnston, RI for 23 years.
He was in the Naval Reserves from 1954-1961.
Frank was an avid sportsman as well as an accomplished writer and photographer for over 50 years with 8 books on striper fishing from the surf, all of which remain in print. He was a Life Member of the Uxbridge Rod and Gun Club, a former member of New England Outdoor Writers and a former member of Outdoor Writers of America.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children: Richard Daignault of VT, Carol Lescarbeau (and her husband Clifford) of RI, Susan Daignault (and her wife Karen Croteau) of ME, and Sandra Cross (and her husband Aaron) of LA; 4 granddaughters and 8 great-grandsons with another on the way.
He was predeceased by his brother: Norman Daignault.
Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.
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Carl Leitao
February 2, 2025
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Frank. I read all of his books and had the honor of meeting him once. I loved his stories of fishing the Cape with his family in their beach buggy. He played a huge role in my love of surfcasting. I learned so much from him.
My deepest condolences to Joyce and his family. He was a legend.
Muriel Henault Locklin
November 22, 2024
My sincere condolences to Joyce on the loss of her wonderful husband. We were in the same class of Ste. Clare in '56. I'll be including him in our prayers.
Todd Metcalf
November 19, 2024
I loved Frank's books and him autograph one years ago at one of his presentations. Please accept my sympathies. He always was a friendly guy and willing to share his knowledge and opinions. I hope your memories and love of him comfort you and your family in your time of grief.
Best Wishes,
Todd Metcalf
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