Ernest J. Robichaud, 71, of Manchester, died October 11, 2012 at Elliot Hospital after a long illness.
He was born in Tilton on February 2, 1941 to Albert and Juliet (Delia) Robichaud. He lived in Manchester for most of his life.
He worked as a self-employed painting and drywall contractor for many years.
Mr. Robichaud enjoyed spending time with his family and going to flee markets. He was an avid Red Sox fan.
The family includes his loving wife of 36 years, Phyliss (Lavallee) Robichaud of Manchester; a son, Brian Robichaud and a daughter, Jennifer Fournier both of Manchester; five grandchildren from said marriage, Allisia, Brittni, Shaun, Michael, and Braden; five children from a previous marriage, Nancy Brassard of Goffstown, Dennis Robichaud of Manchester, and Michelin Philbrick, Heidi Klocek and Cheryl Ann Robichaud all of Raymond; 16 grandchildren, Jeff, David, Kristin, Alana, Amber, Adam, Elexis, Kyle, Danny , Travis, Patricia, Renee, Abbie, Emily and Jeffery; three great grandchildren, Bella, Mackenzie and Brennen; two brothers, Maurice Robichaud of Colorado and Roger Robichaud of Florida; three sisters, Aline Marshall, Lea Berube and Marie Toms all of Manchester; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A funeral ceremony was held on Monday, October 15, 2012 at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., Manchester. After cremation, burial will be at Pine Grove Cemetery, Calef Road, Manchester.