GREENFIELD The voices of Bernardston cheerleaders chanting “Who rocks the house? Relay rocks the house!” filled the Franklin County Fairgrounds as cancer survivors drove around the track in convertibles, kicking off the 27th annual Franklin County.
May 1, 2021
Marguerite Begin
WATERBURY – Marguerite Rouillard Begin, 94, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, at Saint Mary’s Hospital.
Marguerite was born in St. Philemon, Canada, on Feb. 28, 1926, to the late Paul Rouillard and Marie Rouillard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Diane Begin; brothers Ovila, Donald, Emilion and Minome; and sisters Angela, Clarilda and Elvige.
Marguerite migrated to the USA from Canada, where she met and married the love of her life, Henry Begin. Marguerite studied to become an LPN and worked at Waterbury Convalescent Center for many years.
Marguerite was always a favorite in family and friend gatherings. She was smart, witty, and fun to be with.
May 1, 2021
Henry L. Begin
WATERBURY – Henry L. Begin, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 7, 2021, at his home.
Mr. Begin was born in St. George, Canada, on July 14, 1927, the son of the late Willie Begin and Alice Bursk Begin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marguerite Rouillard Begin; a daughter, Diane Begin; brothers Ervin Begin, Ben Begin and Roland Begin; sisters Jackie Begin Bard and Theresa Begin Poulin.
Henry migrated from Canada to pursue his dreams in America. He quickly found work at Uniroyal Chemical in Naugatuck and retired 37 years later.
After retirement, Henry started his own business with a 5-yard dump truck and worked tirelessly for local construction companies. He was successful with his business due to his impeccable work ethic and infallible honesty with his clients.
WATERBURY - Henry L Begin, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at his home.
Mr. Begin was born in St. George, Canada on July 14, 1927 the son of the late Willie Begin and Alice Bursk Begin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marguerite Rouillard Begin, daughter Diane Begin, brothers Ervin Begin, Ben Begin, Roland Begin, sisters Jackie Begin Bard, and Theresa Begin Poulin.
Henry migrated from Canada to pursue his dreams in America. He quickly found work at Uniroyal Chemical in Naugatuck and retired 37 years later. After retirement, Henry started his own business with a 5-yard dump truck and worked tirelessly for local construction companies. He was successful with his business due to his impeccable work ethic and infallible honesty with his clients. He will be missed by so many of his dear friends, clients, and family.