Worcester – Ernestine M. (Belanger) Raymond Berthiaume, 104, of Worcester, died on Wednesday, December 7, in the Quaboag Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, West Brookfield peacefully after a period of declining health.
Mrs. Berthiaume was born in Worcester, daughter of the late Frederick and Agnes (Plante) Belanger and is also predeceased by her first husband, Eli L. Raymond who died in 1957 and her second husband, Francis W. Berthiaume who died in 1983. Ernestine was born on April 15, 1912, the day the Titanic sank.
Ernestine is survived by a son, Stephen L. Raymond and his wife Joan of Barre; a granddaughter, Shannon Raymond of NH; a great grandson, Zachary Raymond and his wife, Jess of Leicester; a great great great grandson, Jameson Raymond; 2 step grandchildren, Christopher Czechowski of Texas and Jessica Czechowski of Barre and a brother, George Belanger of Worcester.
Ernestine was predeceased by 3 brothers, Frederick, Armand and John; 3 sisters, Florence. Agnes and Rose and a step son, Robert Berthiaume.
She leaves many loving nieces and nephews and extended family members.
Ernestine worked for many years at Raytheon in Waltham and at the Honeywell Computer Company in Framingham as an editorial assistant. She also lived in Framingham for many years and retired from Honeywell in 1976.
Ernestine was a very loving and caring woman with a positive outlook and a kind word for everyone. She has made many friends throughout her long life and always had a sweet demeanor. Everyone who knew her feels blessed to have been part of her life. She will be missed dearly.
There are no funeral arrangements or calling hours. Private arrangements will be made by the family.
Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home 12 Hammond St. Worcester is assisting the family. To share a memory of Ernestine, or to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.Royfuneral.com