BORN

1921

DIED

2013

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McHugh Funeral Home & Cremation Service

283 Hanover Street

Manchester, New Hampshire

Roland Dandurand Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 12, 2013.

Roland J. Dandurand, 91, formerly of Boynton Beach, FL and Manchester died April 8, 2013 at his home in Longwood, FL. He was born on August 21, 1921 in Allenstown, NH the son of Alfred and Angelina (Daneault) Dandurand.

He served in the 63rd infantry division, 255 regiment company, G2 platoon 3r squad traveling widely throughout the United States prior to going to Europe. He took part in three major battles and received the Purple Heart along with other medals. At a special ceremony in Boynton Beach in 2011, Mr. Dandurand was awarded a medal from the French Legion of Honor for his role in the liberation of France during World War II.

Mr. Dandurand was a retired supervisor from Velcro USA Inc. during his lifetime he was an avid stamp and coin collector. Once retired, he learned the craft of wood carving. Many friends, relatives and family are fortunate to have some of his lovely carved birds and other wildlife figures.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Germaine; four children, Joanne Richmond of Surry, ME, Elaine Pelletier and her husband Ken of Apopka, FL, Paul and Gale Dandurand and Dennis Dandurand all of Manchester; 9 grandsons, Thomas and Eryn Palladino, Tim Palladino, Grayson Richmond and Kathy Budwine, Gardiner Richmond, Brad and Shilee Dandurand, Ross and Katie Dandurand, Derek Dandurand and Elizabeth Burns and one granddaughter, Mrs. Robert (Tracy Dandurand) Blanchard; three great grandchildren, Zoe, Abigail and Carter Blanchard; one sister, Mrs. Simone Howson, a brother-in-law, two sister-in-laws and many nieces and nephews. He was pre deceased by three brothers, Rene, Lucien and Phillip Dandurand and two sisters, Theresa Rondeau and Gertrude Tripp.

Encryptment was in Mount Calvary Mausoleum. A prayer service was held at 1 PM on Saturday, April 20th. Donations may be made to Vitas Innovative Hospice Care, 2201 Lucien Way, Suite 100, Maitland FL 32751.

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April 6, 2021

Family

Thomas Palladino

Thinking and remembering them both.

April 6, 2019

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Elaine Pelletier

Six years hard to believe that you have been gone that long, love Elaine

April 13, 2013

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April 13, 2013

so sorry for your loss... may you find comfort in your cherished memories.
Jesse and Evie Ward

April 12, 2013

With deepest sympathy!
Respectfully,
Deputy Fire Chief R.A. Ballou (Ret.)
Hampton, NH

April 12, 2013

Joanne Richmond

Thought the one he received the Purple Heart might be appropriate for the old patriot of World War II.

Posted by Joanne Richmond

April 12, 2013

Gale Dandurand

I will always cherish his carvings and painting that he gave to us! We will miss
such a talented man! Rest in peace.

April 12, 2013

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Germaine. I want to offer our sympathies. Sorry for ur loss.
Pauline & Louis Eafrati

April 12, 2013

The Staff of McHugh Funeral Home

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

April 12, 2013

Scott Filion

Paul,
I'm very sorry for your loss.

April 12, 2013

Tom & Eryn Palladino

We'll miss our visits, and wonderful stories and conversations. Thank you for being a wonderful grand father, teacher, and friend.

April 12, 2013

Joanne Richmond

I shall miss our near email exchange more than words can say. I will miss not hearing your voice and sharing our interest in WW II. You were such a good Patriot, Dad. I'm proud to be your daughter.

Posted by Joanne Richmond

April 12, 2013

Janet Soucy

I will miss you Uncle Roland. I will never forget you. R.I.P.

April 12, 2013

Elaine Pelletier

My dad was courageous, kind and a good man whose spirit lives on in his children and grandcgildren. May we always feel his embrace in the breeze, the warmth of his love in the sunshine and as day turns to night his unending love. Love you dad.

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