Henry V. Demers, 89, of Westport, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at Kimwell Nursing Home in Fall River. He was the husband of Rita A. (Beaulieu) Demers.
Born in Fall River and son of the late Dr. Adelard and Sara (Michaud) Demers, he was a lifelong resident of Westport. He was the owner & operator of the former Westport Gas in Westport and Demers Boat and Sporting Goods in Fall River. Mr. Demers was a Navy Veteran, serving his country during WWII. He was a communicant of St. George Church, Westport, a member of T.C.A., an avid toy and train collector and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Survivors along with his wife include his 3 sons: Henry A. Demers of Cape Coral, FL, Thomas V. Demers of Westport and Robert R. Demers of Westport; his 3 daughters: Henrietta A. Thibault of Swansea, Paulette R. Tessier of Westport and Sara A. Ferland of Dartmouth; 13 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
A private service will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association: Massachusetts Chapter, 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472.