Roland A. Desmarais, 75, of Bellingham passed away on Thursday, September 27 in Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. He was the husband of Eileen (Baldiga) Desmarais for the past 54 years.
Born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, September 7, 1943, the son of the late Leo and Paula (Levesque) Desmarais, he was a longtime resident of Bellingham
Mr. Desmarais was the owner of Desmarais Body Works in Bellingham until his retirement.
He enjoyed antique cars and Lionel trains.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his daughters Susan Smart and her husband Todd of Northfield, New Hampshire and Michelle Bushman of Franklin, New Hampshire.
He is also survived by his grandchildren, Samantha, Cody and Kaila.
He is also survived by his brothers Leonard Desmarais and Ernest Desmarais of Bellingham and his brother-in-law Richard Baldiga of San Antonio, Texas.
He was the brother the late Leo Desmarais.
Roland is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Upon Roland’s wishes there will be no calling hours or funeral. An informal gathering to celebrate Roland’s life will be planned for a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association 20 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.
Arrangements are under the care of the Ginley Funeral Home, Franklin. (www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com).