Dorice Madore Obituary

MADORE, Dorice "Dick" R. Dorice "Dick" R. Madore, 88, joined his heavenly family on Tuesday (April 7, 2009). He was born in Van Buren, ME, on January 31, 1921, to the late Sebastian and Sophie (Thibodeau) Madore. Dick was predeceased by his seven siblings and his wife of 59 years, Jeanne (Michaud) Madore. To keep his memory alive, Dick leaves his two children and their spouses, Phil and Margo Madore of Plainville, and Diane and Ronnie "Joe" Pelletier of St. Augustine, FL; plus grandchildren, Pat, Kevin and Missy Madore, Sheri Popovitch and Doug Pelletier. His great-grandchildren also mourn the passing of their pepere: Josh and Abby Popovitch, Kristie, Dariene and Shelby Pelletier; Alex, Carolyn, Nick and Noah Madore and his great-great-granddaughter, Emma Pelletier. He also leaves his sister-in-law and her husband, Terry and Howard Rogers; and numerous nieces and nephews. Dick owned Seneca Spring manufacturing company before he retired. Dick was a friend to all and enjoyed helping others. He loved a good laugh, card games with friends and winters in Florida. He spent hours in his woodworking shop and took great joy in producing things for friends and family. Dick also leaves his special companion, Germaine LeDuc and many special friends. The family wishes to give special thanks to the Rehab staff at The Hospital for Special Care, New Britain and to the first floor nursing staff and the Tranquil Passages team of Southington Care for their loving care of Dick and support of his family. Calling hours will be on Thursday, April 23, from 5-8 p.m. at Bailey Funeral Home, 45 Broad St., Plainville. Funeral services will held on Friday, April 24, at 10:30 a.m. at Bailey Funeral Home. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Plainville. Donations may be made to The Tranquil Passages Program at Southington Care, 45 Meriden Ave., Southington, CT 06489 or The Hospital for Special Care, 2150 Corbin Ave., New Britain, CT 06053. www. bailey-funeral home.com.