Roger Doiron, 84, of Moncton, passed away on Sunday January 4, 2025 at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont UHC. Born in Moncton, he was the son of the late Willie and Eva (Arsenault) Doiron.
Roger was a proud CN employee who dedicated 34 years of service. He generously volunteered his time in many areas, including the Alzheimer’s unit, senior homes, the oncology lodge, and at sporting events.
A talented musician, Roger loved performing especially alongside his family. He served as President of the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce Golden Age Club and was a member of the Canadian Institute for the Blind. Above all, Roger cherished the time he spent with his family and friends.
He is survived by his children: Gisèle Bernard (Danny) of Dieppe, Gilles of Saint-Paul, Linda Marcoux of Moncton and Mario (Beth Fraser) of Brantford, ON; eight grandchildren: Serge, Renée, Jesse, Christian, Julien, Ryan, Jason, and Marlie; six great-grandchildren: Luc, Eve, Ellie, Isaiah, Orion, and Flora; six sisters: Hélène LeBlanc (late Gillie), Maria Bernard (André), Sylvia Gallant (Gérald), and Evelyn Doiron (Robert Léger), all of Moncton, Angèle Bourque (late Gérald) of Dieppe, and Lucille Arsenault (Gérard) of Notre-Dame; three brothers: Sylvère (Anne-Marie), Valérie (Jeannine), and Alyre (Thérèse), all of Moncton; one sister-in-law, Diane Doiron of Leominster, USA; one brother-in-law, Delphin Thébeau of Moncton; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Rita Vautour (2020); three sisters: Bernice (late Omer Leger), la petite Marie, and Irma; and one brother, Gerald.
The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (506-858-1900) where the funeral service will be celebrated on Wednesday January 7 at 4 pm. Visiting hours are Wednesday from 2 pm until time of funeral. The funeral service will be streamed live; to view the funeral, go to Roger’s obituary on the Frenette Website. Roger will rest in the Frenette Columbarium. In memory of Roger, a contribution to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated.
Words of comfort and donations can be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com.