Claude Joseph Poirier, 76

Claude Joseph Poirier, 76, of Farmington, passed away at home on Tuesday, May 14, with his wife by his side. He was born on Sept. 28, 1947, in Canada, son of the late Wilfred and Rollande (Boutin) Poirier.

Claude is the loving husband of Jeannette (Fredette) Poirier. They were married for 58 years with a simple love and God’s grace. He was a master carpenter who was amazing at his craft of woodworking. He was more than just that, Claude was a gentle, kindhearted soul. Always honoring life by treating others as he would want to be treated.

Besides his wife Jeannette, Claude is survived by his sisters Pierrette Rehaume and her husband Patrice, Lyne Morin and her husband Yvin, Martine Roy and her husband Clermond, Loren Lessard and her husband Daniel, Ghislaine Brochu and her husband Pierre and several nieces and nephews.

Claude is predeceased by his two sons Michael and Richard, his brother Raymond and his sister Doris Poulin.

The family would like to thank Hospice from Home for all the support during this difficult time.

Calling Hours will be held at O’Brien Funeral Home, 24 Lincoln Ave., Bristol on Wednesday, May 22, from 3 p.m. until a funeral home service that will begin at 5 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for you to share an act of kindness to a family who is going through a challenging time with a loved one.


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