SPENCER: Rene O. Jolicoeur, 89, of Ash Street died Wednesday, Nov. 7 in his home after an illness.
He leaves his wife of 64 years, Dorothy M. (Sugalski) Jolicoeur, two sons; Rene M. Jolicoeur and his wife Sheree of Spencer, and Thomas M. Jolicoeur of Syracuse, NY, a daughter Darlene M. Foley and her husband Brian of Holden. He had four grandchildren; Melissa, Megan, Ryan & Caitlin, and a great grandson, Alex, several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother Armand Jolicoeur and three sisters; Anne Demers, Irene Boniface and Jeanette Lacaire.
Rene, was born in Spencer, son of Alphonse L. and Eva (Charland) Jolicoeur. His family originated from Canada. He was a dairy farmer for over 40 years servicing Spencer and all the surrounding towns. He carried the business on from his father and retired in 1991. After retiring he worked part time as a runner for Ragsdale Chevrolet for 15 years.
Rene, was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Spencer for over 50 years where he enjoyed Bingo on Thursdays every week. He was a member of Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish. He was a well known member of the Spencer community. He enjoyed polka dancing with friends in Webster. He took great interest in cars and trucks. He was "practiced with the camera" and enjoyed taking family photos. He was a devoted husband and caregiver to his wife. Spending time with his family, children and grandchildren was very special to him.
Rene's funeral will be held on Saturday, November 24 from J. HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer with a Memorial Mass at 11:00 AM in Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 7 Church Street, Spencer. Burial will follow in Mary, Queen of the Rosary Cemetery, Spencer. A calling hour will precede the service from 9:45-10:45 AM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish Memorial Fund, 60 Maple Street, Spencer, MA 01562.