Romeo J. Theriault

Berlin, NH

Romeo J. Theriault, formerly of Grafton Street and a resident of Coos County Nursing Home passed away on Wednesday, March 02, 2011 at St. Joseph Hospital in Nashua surrounded by his family. He was 87.

Born on April 8, 1923 in Berlin, New Hampshire, he was the son of Majorique and Ida (Porier) Theriault.

A lifelong resident of Berlin, he attended local schools. During WW II he served in the US Marine Corps. He later attended St. Charles Seminary in Sherbrooke, Quebec.

He married Adrienne A. (Laramee) who predeceased him on February 15, 1994. He later married Marie (Blain) who passed away on October 7, 2008.

Romeo was involved in many organizations including: The Holy Name Society, Holy Sepulcre, VFW Post # 2520, Knights of Columbus, Marine Corp League, Special Olympics and St. Vincent de Paul Center, he also served as a scoutmaster, on call fireman, Eucharistic minister and state representative for over 20 years. He managed Northern Lights Elderly housing.

He enjoyed being a local magician as well as square dancing, swimming, racquetball and tennis at the health club and long walks.

Survivors include a son Andre Theriault and his wife Wanita of Milan, NH, Two daughters: Claire Roberge and her husband Norman of Dunbarton, NH, and Louise Holt and her husband Ira of Milan.

He also leaves 5 Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren, as well as step-grandchildren & step-great-grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10am Friday, March 4 at St. Anne Church of Good Shepherd Parish in Berlin. Calling hours will be held today Thursday, March 3 from 2-4pm & 7-9 pm at Fleury-Patry Funeral Home, 72 High Street in Berlin, NH. (using the School Street entrance). Rev. Steven M. Lepine will officiate. Burial will be at St. Anne Cemetery in Berlin.

Donations can be made to the Christian Medical Missions for Missionary Work.

Online guest book at www.fleury-patry.com