Francis W. “Fran” Berthiaume age 52 of Tyngsboro, MA, died peacefully at his home on Aug. 29th, surrounded by his loving family.
Fran was born in Ludlow, MA, where he grew up and was educated. Fran served his country and retired from the United States Coast Guard as a Chief Petty Officer, after 21 years of service.
Fran was very proud that he accomplished and received his Master’s degree from the Mass Maritime Academy.
Fran was a facilities manager for JLL out of Chicago, IL. He enjoyed trains, playing the guitar, singing, and recording music.
He is survived by his wife Gretchen (Windisch) Berthiaume
Children: Devin Dunn, Melissa Berthiaume, & Gilbert Berthiaume
Mother: Dottie (Wytrych) Berthiaume
Sister: Terry Berthiaume
Brother: Edju Berthiaume
Grandchildren: Jayden, Jon, and Leonardo
Several Nieces & Nephews
Visitation will be held Friday, Sept. 2nd from 4-7 PM, followed by a memorial service at 7 PM at the Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home, 233 Lawrence St, Methuen, MA.
In lieu of flowers, the family has started a go fund me page at: https://www.gofundme.com/22mhtzy4
For directions or to sign the online guestbook, please visit the funeral home website, www.pollardfuneralhome.com. The Kenneth H. Pollard Funeral Home is honored to serve the Berthiaume Family.