Of Nashua, New Hampshire, formerly of Waltham passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning January 26th, 2016 in his home at the age of 79.
Born on November 24, 1936 in Marbleton, Quebec, Canada; son of the late Edouard and Elianne (Desmarais) Fortin, Marcel immigrated to the United States in 1968 and resided in Waltham for many years before moving to New Hampshire 10 years ago.
Marcel owned and operated Western Roofing for years and was a co-founder of Formal Oil in Waltham.
He was an active and devoted member of the Waltham community supporting many philanthropic organizations throughout the city. He was very supportive of the Wheels of Happiness.
Marcel was a strong business man, who enjoyed his work, drawing plans and spending time with his family and friends, regaling all with stories of his life experiences. He was surrounded with and provided laughter and wisdom, leaving a lasting impression on all he met.
Marcel is survived by his devoted & loving children Manon Fortin of Quebec, Dany Fortin and his wife Theresa of Upton, Michelle Pollino of Bolton, Suzanne Fortin of Nashua, New Hampshire, Dominique “Nikki” Fortin and her wife Mary Ellen Stokes of Quincy, and John Fortin and his wife Andrea Cote of Waltham, his cherished grandchildren Louzika, Jenni, Tchad, Audrey, Eleanor and Charles, and adored great grandfather of Owen and Onyx. In addition he is survived by many nieces and nephews, including his beloved nephew Mario Faucher.
He was predeceased by 9 brothers and sisters.
Relatives & Friends are respectfully invited to attend a Funeral Services from the Brasco & Sons Memorial Funeral Home, 773 Moody Street, WALTHAM on Saturday Jan. 30th at 9:00 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial in celebration of Marcel’s Life in Sacred Heart Church, 311 River Street, Waltham at 11:00 a.m. Visiting Hours will be held prior to the service on Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Parking attendants will be on duty.
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