Seabrook – Oscar Maurice Chagnon, 81, of Seabrook died September 10, 2018 at his home surrounded by loving family.
He was born in Pittsfield, January 27, 1937 a son of the late George L. and Mary (Auger) Chagnon Meekins.
Oscar worked in the shoe industry for many years as a leather cutter in Haverhill, MA and later as a security guard at Yankee Greyhound. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and enjoyed any outdoor activity. He enjoyed helping out at the shooting range, making wood carvings with a selected few being displayed at the Seabrook Historical Society.
He shared 63 years of marriage with his wife Rita M. (Eaton) Chagnon.
In addition to his wife he leaves six children, Clement Chagnon and his wife Judy of Seabrook, three daughters, Marie Souther, Rosanna Welch and her husband Donald all of Seabrook, April Eaton and her husband George of Epping, Keith Chagnon and his wife Annette, George Chagnon and Sabrina all of Seabrook, his brother, Norman Chagnon of Pittsfield, 14 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Oscar was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather and will be sadly missed.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter Valerie, granddaughter Tisha Marie, sister Lorraine Page and brother Raymond Chagnon.
A memorial gathering will be held from 11 AM – 3 P.M. Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at the Trinity United Parish House, 29 Main Street, corner of RT 1 and Folly Mill Road, Seabrook. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited.
Torie Perkins says
So sad to hear this news. Always happy to see Oscar. He constantly had a smile and a good story to tell me and I will miss him. It was both a pleasure and an honor to be a part of his care and his life.
Torie & Binky
Sue Doucette. And Charlie Day says
Charlie and I are so sorry for your loss.
Marge & Clyde Fowler says
April & family we are so very sorry for you loss, you are in our thoughts & Prayers
Louise Durand says
Clem and Judy
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Louise D
Tim & Mona Johnson says
So sorry, one of the best man I have ever known! Very proud to have called him my Uncle. We have all lost a wonderful man!
Rest In Peace Uncle Oscar!
Mona, Tim, Timisha & Tim Jr
Vera ross says
He was a great man
You will be missed bye a lot of friend and family love you uncle Oscar
Love
Vera Nick Keriann Nickole amelia
Rip uncle Oscar
Corri eaton says
Good man right there! May he gain is golden wings he so well deserves and forever watch over the family sending prayer and strength to his loved ones Rest In Peace
Doris and Willie Pierce says
To Uncle Oscar’s family – we are so sad to learn only today of Uncle Oscar’s passing. We know that he will be missed dearly. I have lots of fond memories of my times with my mom and dad and Uncle Oscar and Aunt Rita. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Doris (Dottie) and Willie