EAST BROOKFIELD: Wilrose C. Goodro, 94, of Faith Drive died Friday, August 10 in Lanessa Extended Care in Webster.
He leaves his wife of 69 years, Elizabeth M. (Edwards) Goodro, two sons Francis Goodro and his wife Linda of Leicester and Wayne Goodro of East Brookfield, a daughter Cheryl Thibeault and her husband Michael of Brookfield, two brothers Elmore Goodro of East Brookfield and Wally Goodro of Brookfield, four grandchildren Shyla, Kira,Kim & Gary and 3 great-grandchildren,several nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by a son Michael Goodro.
Mr. Goodro was born in Brookfield, son of Elmer and Oliska (Courville) Goodro. He worked in the maintenance department at A&M Tool and Die Co. in Southbridge for many years before retiring. He served in the United States Army during WW II. He was a member of the Boulette-Skytem American Legion Post, the Native American Intertribal of Worcester County and was active with the Boy Scouts of America for many years. He enjoyed camping and woodworking.
A funeral service will be held Sunday, August 12 in J. HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer at 6:00 PM. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park at a later date. Calling hours will precede the service from 4:00-6:00 PM. Please omit flowers. Memorial donations may be made to Central MA Chapter for Homeless Veterans, 69 Grove Street, Worcester, MA 01505.