Roger J. Durand, 88, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 13, 2023, in the Oakland Grove Health Care Center with his family by his side.
He was the husband of the late Cecile (St. Pierre) Durand. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late Domina and Ida (Provost) Durand.
Roger was a printing supervisor at Dennison for several years prior to retiring. He was also a custodian for the condos he lived at in Florida for a few years.
He was a member of St. Josephs Seniors and a Civil Defense Officer for the Auxiliary Police. He enjoyed playing cards, especially cribbage, and was an avid reader.
He is survived by his three children, Diane Morris and her husband, Rodney, of Woonsocket, Michael Durand of Woonsocket, and James Durand and his wife, Muriel, of Woonsocket; five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
He was also the brother of the late Raymond Durand and his wife, Doris, Alice Rivard and her husband, Marcel, and Maurice Durand and his wife, Rita.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 21, 2023, in the S. DiPardo Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1583 Diamond Hill Road, Woonsocket, RI 02895. Relatives and friends are invited; calling hours are from 3-5 p.m. Burial is private. Visit www.sdipardomcfh.com.
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