Robert A. Menoche
1945 – 2010
Thompson – Robert A. Menoche, 64 of Island View Dr. died Friday April 30, 2010 in Worcester. He was the loving husband of Pauline (Lepire) Menoche for 44 years. Born in Putnam, Ct, he was the son of the late Albert & Bernice Gilbert Menoche.
Mr. Menoche attended St. Joseph School and Ellis Tech before entering the Navy. He was a Vietnam Navy Veteran serving two tours of duty. He then worked as a Maintenance Supervisor for the Brooklyn Correctional Institution from 1973 to 1993 and then for the Webster Housing Authority until his retirement in 2008. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the American Legion Post 67. An avid golfer, he ran the American Legion Golf League and played in the Thompson Lions Club Golf league for many years. He was a jack-of-all-trades able to fix just about anything. He enjoyed boating, living in his lakeside home and spending time with his family and many friends.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two daughters, Ladonna Pease and her husband Jonathan of Putnam, and Dawn Poirier and her husband William of Thompson; his sister Joanne Rawson of Florida and five grandchildren, Shelbie Greene, Jaylin Greene, Halie Poirier, Abigail Poirier and Mason Pease.
Friends and relatives are invited to visit with Bob’s family on Monday May 3, 2010 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale CT. A gathering will begin at 9:00 am on Tuesday May 4, 2010 in the funeral home, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in St. Joseph’s Church. Burial with Military Honors in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be to the American Legion Scholarship Fund, PO Box 909, N. Grosvenordale, CT 06255
Carol Hall
My husband and I are very sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. We know it has been a very stressful time for the family with all of the ups and downs, hopes and disappointments of treatments and results. Please know that we care, and our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family during this time of your loss.
Ray & Kathy Chagnon
Dear Pauline, Ladonna and Dawn,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband and father. Bobby was a wonderful man and we cared deeply about him. We will never forget the many 4th of July “good times” at the cottage and all the other events that we were invited to. Bobby will always be remembered for his kindness, good humor, and generosity and will never be forgotten.
Love, Ray & Kathy
Annie Aalto
To Bob’s Family,
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow and would like to express my sincerest condolences for the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and brother. To me Bob was not only a customer of the Putnam Country Club but a friend. The American Legion Golf League will never be the same without him. Over the years, his kindness, generosity and that infectious, endearing laugh helped make Wednesday’s at the club one of the most enjoyable for all the staff. He always had a big crowd around him, everyone listening to stories about the family he loved so much, work, life and escapades with his right-hand man and best bud Tom. Although I knew him only for a small fraction of his vast life on this earth, knowing him was a great pleasure in my life. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead and know that Bob lives in the hearts of those left behind.
Donna Hall
Pauline and family, very sorry to hear of Bob’s death. I remember how much my late husband Bruce Hall enjoyed Bobby’s company and what fun they had skiing on the Lake. My condolences to you and family.
Donna Hall
Pam (Davis) Bergeron
Ladonna- I’m so sorry to hear about your Dad. Having lost my Dad several years ago I know how tough it is and how hard it is to see them that way. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.
Judy Daigneault
Pauline and friend,
I only met you yesterday but knew Bob through his golf league at the former Putnam Country Club, now CT National. He was such a fun loving, kind and easy going guy. I will always remember his smile and the love he had for his family and friends. My thoughts are with you all.
Pauline, I can relate to your sorrow as I lost my husband last May. Please know in time and the support of your family will ease your pain. Lean on them.
Bob will be close by your side on Friday…Happy Anniversary!
~ Judy ~
Rick Leco
I knew Bob through his cousin Dick Chagnon and Bob’s work at the Webster housing Authority………..Bob was a talented and generous man of great love and pride for his family and friends………my prayers and thoughts are with you all