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Donald L. Genest, Jr.

Published: November 9, 2014 28 Condolences

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Woodstock – Donald L. Genest, Jr., 64, of Brickyard Rd, died Saturday , November 8, 2014, in Westview Rehabilitation Center. He is the loving husband of Susan (Joyal) Genest.  Born in Putnam, he is the cherished son of  Edward Bourdia, Sr. of Thompson and the late Pauline (Burdick) Bourdia.

Mr. Genest was a honorably discharged veteran of the Vietnam War serving with the United States Army, where he received the Purple Heart, Combat Infantry Badge, Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Bronze Star Medal.

Donald was united in marriage to Susan Joyal on July 24, 1976, at Sacred Heart Church in West Thompson.

Mr. Genest worked for several years as a truck driver for Jolley Concrete and was also a Constable for the Town of Woodstock.

He was an avid Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots, and NASCAR fan.

Donald is survived by his wife; a son Ryan Genest of Woodstock; a daughter Amy Genest of Woodstock; three brothers Leonard “Lenny” Genest of Putnam, James “Jimmy” Genest of Putnam and Edward Bourdia, Jr. of Thompson; five sisters Donna Drake of Etowah, NC and Theresa Chira of Hubert, NC, Mary Preston and Cora Grider, and Lorinda Radzik all of Thompson; and a granddaughter Alyssa Egan of Woodstock.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Donald’s family from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, November, 11, 2014, in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam. Burial services will be private. Memorial donations in Donald’s memory may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301 or through their website at www.dav.org.  For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

 

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  1. Theresa Guertin

    November 9, 2014 at 1:00 pm

    To Sue and family,
    My heart and prayers go out to all of you at this very difficult time. God give him peace, and all of you comfort and healing. Love you all

  2. Dolores Manis

    November 9, 2014 at 11:41 pm

    don will be missed he was family as well as a friend, we had a great time playing cards, he made me laugh,he was a great guy RIP Don Love You

  3. Dolores Manis

    November 9, 2014 at 11:47 pm

    Sue, Ryan,Amy and Alyssa so sorry, my heart and thoughts are with you all, love you

  4. Nancy Simonds

    November 10, 2014 at 12:21 am

    Thoughts and prayers for all the family. I will always be grateful for Don’s relationship with Michael.

  5. Judith Gee Lyon

    November 10, 2014 at 5:40 am

    My family and I are so sorry for the loss of your husband and father, I was very privileged, to have known Donald and Sue. You both are very loving wonderful people, Donald will forever be in my prayers,

  6. Angela Clark

    November 10, 2014 at 7:00 am

    Aunty Sue, Ryan and Amy. I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May many great memories comfort you at this time of sorrow.

  7. Paula Kaseta

    November 10, 2014 at 7:11 am

    My deepest sympathy go out to you Sue, Amy, and Ryan .There are never the right words to say when a loved
    one passes away. Donald was a great man and will be missed by many .I am glad that I had the chance to see and
    speak with him a few months ago. Prayers go out to you and all the family that will help you at this time.

  8. Heidi

    November 10, 2014 at 7:49 am

    Sue,
    I am terribly sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God grant you peace and heeling in your time of sorrow.
    All my best,
    Heidi Pollone

  9. Janet Szpyrka

    November 10, 2014 at 7:50 am

    I am so sorry for your loss may you all find the peace in god heaven to get you though this.He was a gentle giant.

  10. Alisha

    November 10, 2014 at 8:13 am

    Genest Family,
    We are so sorry for your loss.. May you find comfort in knowing that he is not suffering any longer… He is now your Angel, always with you.
    With Love,
    The Morrison’s

  11. Patricia Cheever

    November 10, 2014 at 8:58 am

    To Terry and family sorry for your loss. May all your fond memories of times always be with you!

  12. Judie and Craig Johnson

    November 10, 2014 at 9:19 am

    Sue, Ryan,and Amy, May Gods great mercy, Bring you each peace, hope, and, strength, for the loss of your Husband and Father who you loved so dearly. Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us everyday. Each Breeze, Butterfly, Snowflake, Bird, will be a remembrance of your Dad. Sue Keep an eye out for that Owl.. you never know..I Love you All as I loved Donald.. May he Rest in Peace

  13. Pat lajeunesse

    November 10, 2014 at 11:27 am

    Can’t believe that he gone.old friend . Patty Mailloux

  14. Guy LaPointe

    November 10, 2014 at 11:44 am

    Dear Sue, Any, and Ryan. Our families thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Donald was a great guy and left a smile with everyone who had the pleasure to meet him. I am sure you are saddened by his loss, but very proud of the man he was. He will be in our prayers. Guy, Monika, and Bianca LaPointe

  15. Guy LaPointe

    November 10, 2014 at 11:46 am

    Dear Sue, Amy, and Ryan. Our families thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Donald was a great guy and left a smile with everyone who had the pleasure to meet him. I am sure you are saddened by his loss, but very proud of the man he was. He will be in our prayers. Guy, Monika, and Bianca LaPointe

  16. Tara Savoie

    November 10, 2014 at 11:59 am

    So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you

  17. Ginny Menzigian

    November 10, 2014 at 12:51 pm

    Dearest Sue & family,
    My heart goes out to you at this very sad time. Donald was the best neighbor I’ve ever had. He did so many little jobs & big jobs around my house. He was always willing & never once said no to my many requests of him. He was the Man in the neighborhood. He was also a friend & a good listener. I am profoundly sad about his passing. I do know he suffered much pain. My prayers are with him & u also. I feel fortunate that I lived in the neighborhood for 14 years. I always felt safe knowing Donald & his family lived next door. He was the best!
    With much affection,
    Ginny Menzigian/855

  18. Camilla Salo

    November 10, 2014 at 2:14 pm

    I was so sorry to read about your loss, Sue. My sympathy and prayers to you and your family.

  19. Deb Prunier

    November 10, 2014 at 2:31 pm

    So sorry for your loss Sue, Amy and family. You are all in my daily prayers and thoughts .

  20. Connie Bellanceau

    November 10, 2014 at 5:40 pm

    Donald was a loyal friend and supporter of youth sports and helped out in every way possible. I am sorry to hear tat Donald has passed on and my thoughts and prayers go out to the family in their time of sorrow.

  21. Jill Burdick Arnold

    November 10, 2014 at 7:42 pm

    Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love from your cousin Jill.

  22. Paulette Sheldon

    November 10, 2014 at 7:51 pm

    I am so very sorry for your loss Donald will be sadly missed.

  23. Kim Preston

    November 10, 2014 at 8:34 pm

    Thoughts and prayers for the family. Sorry for your loss

  24. Kathy (Ladyka) Brodeur

    November 10, 2014 at 8:50 pm

    So sorry for your loss Sue. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Your cousin

    Kathy

  25. Mary Langer

    November 10, 2014 at 11:31 pm

    It I a with great sadness that I read of your loss. Early in my teaching career, I had Donald as a student. I recall him as a fine young man with strong beliefs and values. From what I read, he continued to posess these qualities throughout his life. What a tribute to all his family and friends!
    My sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are with all of you. May God hold you all in the plam of His hand.
    Mary Langer

  26. Linda Leveille

    November 11, 2014 at 3:24 pm

    Sue and Amy I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you both during this sad time.

  27. Pam and Mike Jones

    November 11, 2014 at 7:51 pm

    Thoughts and Prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.

  28. S.Rubio

    November 13, 2014 at 10:10 pm

    I would like to express my condolences at this time to your family. The Bible is a great source of encouragement at times like this. A comforting thought is at Revelation 21:3,4, where it states “…And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry be anymore the former things have past away”. This scripture gives us hope for the future! You can also find comfort in Acts 24:15 – Death does not end it all. May Jehovah bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.

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