CHAMPAGNE, Alan James, 57, of Andover, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 17, 2009
as a result of a skiing accident. Born in Lowell, MA, he was a graduate of Lowell High School
and Fitchburg State College and he did post graduate work at Boston University. He was member
of St. Augustine Church in Andover. He was a Project Manager for the Massachusetts Department
of Housing and Community Development. He was an avid sailor, New England Patriot's fan,
runner, hiker, and enjoyed many other outdoor activities with his family, relatives and friends.
Alan was dearly loved by his wife, Virginia "Ginny" (Greeley) Champagne and their son,
Colin Greeley Champagne both of Andover. He is also survived by his mother Mary Glenna
(Sheehan) Champagne of Chelmsford, brother, Donald P. Champagne and his wife Joanne of
Dracut, his sister, Linda E. Vaillancourt and her husband, Gary of Lowell, along with many
nieces and nephews. Alan was the son of the late, Walter L. Champagne and bother of the
late, Paul L. and James M. Champagne.
Visiting hours were held on Friday, February 20, from 3-8 p.m. at Burke-Magliozzi
Funeral Home, 390 N. Main Street, Andover. His Funeral Mass was celebrated Saturday, at 9:00 a.m
at St. Augustine Church, 43 Essex St., Andover. Burial was in St. Augustine Cemetery in Andover.
In lieu of flowers, if desired, donations may be made in Alan's memory to St. John's
Preparatory School, 72 Spring St. Danvers, MA 01923: Attention Alan J. Champagne Fund.