Richard J. Larochelle

Richard J. Larochelle aged 62 years, passed away on September 4, 2023.  He was born in Lawrence and lived there all of his life.  He was the son of L. George and Virginia Larochelle.  He worked at Malden Mills for many years prior to his retirement. Rick enjoyed gathering with family and friends to celebrate birthdays, holidays and special occasions.  He also loved cheering for the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox.  Rick was a kind and gentle soul and will be missed by all who knew him.

Rick is survived by two brothers George Larochelle and his wife Kim and William Larochelle, three sisters, Catherine Croswell, Susan Larochelle and Judith Beauregard and her husband Guy. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews whom he loved very much. He was predeceased by his parents, his brother Robert and his sister Jeanne. He was affectionately known as “uncle”.

Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Saturday September 9, 2023 from 9am to 11 am at the Goundrey Dewhirst Funeral Home 42 Main Street Salem, NH. Funeral services will follow the calling hours at 11:00 am on Saturday at the funeral home. To leave an online condolence, please visit Rick’s tribute page at www.goundreydewhirstfuneral.com.   

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