Richard Lemieux

RICHARD LEMIEUX - BURLINGTON - Richard Lemieux, 83, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2015, in Starr Farm Nursing Home with his family by his side. He was born in Burlington on Oct. 1, 1931, to Richard and Eva (Pratt) Lemieux. Richard was a member of the US Navy, serving in both Vietnam and Korea. After he retired from the Navy, he worked for Burlington Water Department and the Burlington News Agency, from where he retired after 45 years. On Sept. 17, 1955, he married the love of his life, Carol Cheltra. Richard was a member of the VFW and Eagles Club. He enjoyed a nice round of golf, a day at the lake fishing, bowling, eating a good meal, and spending time with his family. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Carol, and their children, Tammy (Lonny) Bourgault, Ron (Martha) Lemieux, and Kevin Lemieux; brother, Douglas (Diane); grandchildren, Kelsey, Justin, Hailey, Ashley (Jacob) Martin, Dakota, Kristin, and Cassidy; great-grandchildren, Aaylah and Aubrianna; along with a special lifelong friend, Margaret Sumner. Richard was predeceased by his brothers, Robert, Wilfred and Donald; and sister, Millie. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Starr Farm Nursing Home. Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2015, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., immediately followed by a memorial service at 12 p.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 132 Main St., Winooski. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.lavignefuneralhome.com. Donations in his name may be to the Disabled American Veterans.