LEICESTER; Victoria R. "Vicki" Ethier, 54, of 303 River St., was called home to be with the Lord Tuesday, May 22 at Rose Monahan Hospice, Worcester, she was continually surrounded by her loving family and friends.
She leaves her husband of 30 years, Richard D. Ethier, a son, Richard J. Ethier and a daughter, Nicole M. Ethier, both of Leicester, a sister, Rose V. Pare of Leicester, a sister-in-law Carol Chafetz and her husband Steve of Florida, 3 nieces and a nephew.
Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of Joseph R. & Marie A."Toni" (Maiorano) Robidoux who both passed a day apart in February of this year.
Vicki was a graduate of Notre Dame Academy in Worcester and received her Bachelor's Degree from Worcester State College. She also graduated from Broms Hair Academy and had been styling hair at her father's barber shop, Robidoux's (Joe's Barber Shop ) in Rochdale, for many years. She became a member of Greenville Baptist Church in 1992, and it was here that she embraced the beautiful family of God who blessed her with continued prayer, support, kindness and Godly love. Spending time with her family and spreading God's word to all, brought the utmost joy to Vicki's life.
She was also an entertainer. Vicki and her husband Rick, who met while performing with the TEAM, later went on to form "Vic and Sticks" and performed at many different theaters and venues and even made it onto "America's Got Talent" in 2007. She also enjoyed scooter riding around Central Mass. with her husband. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of Dana Farber, Brigham and Women's and the Rose Monahan Hospice Home for their wonderful care of Vicki during her illness. Last, but certainly not least, we would like to give God the glory for a life will lived.
A Memorial Service for Vicki will be held Wednesday, June 6 at 12 noon in Greenville Baptist Church, 674 Pleasant St., Rochdale. Burial for Vicki and her parents will immediately follow in Greenville Baptist Cemetery. Calling hours will precede the Service from 10 A.M.-12 Noon in the Church.
Please omit flowers, contributions may be made to the Rose Monahan Hospice Home, 10 Judith Rd., Worcester, MA 01602.
The MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main St. Leicester is assisting the family with arrangements.