Romeo J. Soucy

Romeo J. Soucy, 86, of Manchester, died April 13, 2005, at Catholic Medical Center, after a period of declining health.

He was born in Manchester, November 24, 1918, and was a son of Louis J. and Delina (Alie) Soucy. He was a lifelong resident of this city.

Mr. Soucy was a member of the Manchester Fire Department from 1952 to 1977. For many years he organized a group of professional pallbearers that provided service to Manchester area funeral homes.

He was a 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 5260 where he served as religious activities coordinator. He was also a 4th degree member with the Bishop Bradley Assembly. He was a member of the League of 1000 Men of the Precious Blood Monastery. In addition he was a communicant of St. Marie Church and a member of the Sacred Heart League of that parish.

He was predeceased by his wife Lucille (Gagnon) Soucy in 1999, and by a son, Paul R. Soucy in 2000.

Family members include 4 sons, Robert H. Soucy of Hudson, Jean A. Soucy, Armand R. Soucy, both of Manchester, and Gerald R. Soucy of Allenstown; 3 daughters, Doris C. Soucy, Rita Soucy and Denise Fanny all of Manchester; 26 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Saturday April 16, 2005 at St. Marie Church, 378 Notre Dame Ave. Committal prayers followed at Mt. Calvary Cemetery 474 Goffstown Rd., Manchester.

Memorial donations may be made to the Precious Blood Monastery, 700 Bridge St., Manchester, 03104.