Worcester – Arthur L. Elie, 71, of Worcester, passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 in UMass Memorial Medical Center – University Campus.
Mr. Elie is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Marlene (Piligian) Elie; his three children, Jeffrey S. Laramee of West Boylston, Lindsey J. Giroux of Worcester and Paul R. Elie of Worcester; a sister, Patricia Coyne and her husband, Paul of Worcester; two grandchildren, Hayley and Brayden Giroux and many nephews and nieces.
Arthur was born in Worcester, son of the late Raymond and Julia (Doherty) Elie and is also predeceased by three brothers, Donald, David and James Elie. He graduated from South High School, attended Worcester State College and proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
Mr. Elie worked as a driver and sales person for 16 years with the Frito Lay Company and previously worked for 25 years with the Pepsi Cola Company. He enjoyed building model ships during his spare time and could often be found tending to his yard, especially his flower gardens. Arthur was an astute baseball fan and he never missed an opportunity to help a paralyzed veteran.
Funeral services are being held privately and memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Elie may be made to Veterans Inc. 69 Grove Street Worcester, MA 01605.
Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home 12 Hammond St. Worcester is honored to be assisting the family with funeral arrangements. To share a memory of Arthur with his family or to sign his online guestbook, please visit www.Royfuneral.com