OAKHAM; Paul J. Thibeault, 71, died Sunday, May 29 at his home after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.
He leaves his wife of 10 years, Deborah (Sauvageau) Thibeault, two sons, Matthew Thibeault of Worcester, Richard Thibeault of Ware,
two step-sons, Michael Anderson and his wife Kelsie of East Brookfield, David Anderson of Oakham, a step-daughter, Alicia Anderson of
Charlton, two sisters, Diane Pelkey of New York, Gail Litchfield of Barre, three grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his first wife Jacqueline Thibeault.
Born in Worcester, he was the son of Edmond & M. Marguerite (Fortier) Thibeault.
Mr. Thibeault worked in research and development at St. Gobain in Worcester, retiring in 2021. Before that, he worked at Coes Knife, and Liquid Air.
He graduated from South High. He was an avid hunter, outdoorsman,and Harley Davidson rider. He rode in the Pan Mass Challenge several years to raise money for cancer research. He was a past president of Sober in the Sun.
Paul enjoyed ballroom dancing, the theatre, the beach in Wells, Maine, projects around the house and yard and cuddling on the loveseat with his dogs.
Family oriented, Paul especially loved his grandchildren: Blake, Bentley, and Noelle.
He was a friend of Bill W and assisted many members in recovery.
Paul was an executive director at Sovitaja Park in Rutland where he enjoyed eating, dancing, teaching dance lessons, and visiting with other members. As a member of Greendale Retired Men's Club, he loved attending the President's Balls and Christmas Dinners.
A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, June 2 at 10 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, 114 Princeton St., Jefferson. Family and
friends are asked to go directly to the church. Burial will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are Thursday from 4-6 p.m. in the J. HENRI MORIN & SON FUNERAL HOME, 23 Maple Terr., Spencer.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Suite 250, Framingham, MA 01701.