In Loving Memory Of
Roger Cormier
1969 - 2023

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It is with profound sadness that the family of Roger Paul Cormier, 54, of Greater Lakeburn, New Brunswick, announce the loss of their beloved son, brother, husband and father. Roger passed from this life on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, near Jemseg, NB as a result of a tragic motor vehicle accident.

Roger, the youngest of three siblings, was born in 1969 to parents William and Rosaline (LeBlanc) Cormier in Waltham, Massachusetts, U.S.A., the family later settling in Memramcook, New Brunswick. He was a mischievous, fun-loving young man who remained a child-at-heart throughout his life. His formative education saw him attend Abbey-Landry and Pré-d’en-Haut schools, followed by Mathieu Martin High School. Roger went on to find success as a Class 1 professional driver with various companies, culminating in his 25-year career as a dedicated and well-respected veteran employee of Martin Brower.

As a son and brother, he knew no rival; one could not ask for better. As a friend, Roger was steadfast and true, a cheerleader of all your accomplishments. As a colleague, he was supportive, diligent and fair-minded. One could set their watch and their moral compass by Roger Cormier.

Yet, for all of his travelling miles, Roger’s destination was always home to his family. This genuine man of kind heart and patient demeanor left us with fond memories of a loving husband, doting father and of a man with an abiding appreciation of life’s joy. Roger was the navigator of his family’s life adventures. He brought his unique light to each and every experience undertaken. Affectionate and gentle, Roger found value in a life led simply with sincere commitment to be fully present in each moment spent with his essential people, content to stand behind the lens to watch his family shine.

Fondly missed will be his smart-ass sense of humor, his goofiness and charm and his incessant teasing. His affinity for gadgets and electronics went unmatched as did his willingness to dream big, drain your jellybean jar and predict #1 hit radio songs. Roger was never short on words of wisdom, exceptionally bad Dad jokes or detailed directions; with him, you were never lost. And if ever you lose your way, weaving along life’s often winding road, look for direction in his memory.

Roger, you will forever be loved…to the moon and back. In remembrance of this exceptional man, the family asks that you do something nice for somebody else unexpectedly, and without explanation.

Roger is pre-deceased by his father William Cormier, sister Alice Gautreau and sister-in-law Lisa (Dutcher) Major.

Deeply mourning his loss are his dearest love of 32 years, wife and best friend Lorriann (née Dutcher) Cormier, beloved son Noah, cherished daughter Paige, and parents-in-law Laurie and Irene Dutcher, all of Greater Lakeburn, NB, as well as brother-in-law Larry Dutcher (Nicole) of Meadowbrook, NB and sister-in-law Tracy Gagnon (Emery) of Grande Digue, NB and the entire Dutcher extended family.

Roger is also survived by mother Rosaline Cormier and brother Dollard Cormier (Dorilla) of Memramcook, NB, goddaughter Julie Gautreau of Dieppe, NB and his extended Cormier family. His passing will be keenly felt by his dear friends and colleagues as well.

The family wish to extend their sincere appreciation for the care and compassion shown by emergency personnel and all subsequent professional services involved with the Highway 2 incident.

On Saturday August 5, 2023, all are welcome to gather in commemoration of Roger’s life at Chartersville Funeral Home, 363 Amirault Street, Dieppe, New Brunswick. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m., with an 11 a.m. chapel service and reception to follow.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.funerairepassagefuneral.ca.

Arrangements under the professional care of Passage-Chartersville Funeral Cooperative and Cremation Center, 363 Amirault Street, Dieppe, NB, (506) 857-1901.

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76 comments

  1. Nos sincères sympathies à la famille spécialement à Rosaline et Dollard

  2. Lorriann .I am so sorry for your lose my thoughts and prayers go out to you and the kids .I met Roger at Petrina when he brought the little man for his grooming .Roger and I would sit and talk usually the whole our hour it took Trina to groom we would tease Trina ..He was such a nice man and love to talk ..I will miss our chats .My heart is broken for all of you .. My door is always open .Hugs to you all

  3. We are sending our deepest condolences to the family. We always enjoyed talking to Roger at our campfires at the KOK . My heart breaks for you and i am sending you prayers and strength to get through the days ahead. Tanya & Dean Mallaley

  5. So sorry to hear of your loss Lori Ann and family sending prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  7. Sending everyone my love , strength during this very difficult time . Roger , buddy you’ll be very missed each and every day going forward! Thank you for your vote of confidence when I said I was getting into the trades .

  12. We are very sorry for your loss! Our deepest sympathies to you and your family!

  13. Our deepest condolences to you and your family Lorriann. There are no words… hoping that you find comfort in your cherished memories at this difficult time.

  15. Lori Anne , so sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts go out to all the Family

  17. Lori Ann, Noah and Paige,
    We are so sorry for your loss only wish we could take some of the pain away. We will always remember Roger and his beautiful smile he was a wonderful man.
    Sending hugs to all of you.
    Xoxo

  18. My deepest of sympathy to Lorraine and family I am very sorry for your loss

  19. Nos sincères sympathiesk à roi, Rosaline et ta famille triste ,parti trop jeune!

  20. Mes plus sincères condoléances a toute votre famille et que Roger repose en Paix. Nous allons te manquer ta bonne humeur, le Restaurant McDonalds de Grand-Sault #6659

  21. No words can express how deeply everyone was touch by Roger passing. You will be missed by everyone at store 6659 and 40080. Rest in peace and watch over your family and friends.
    My sympathies to the family and friends.

  22. It is often hard to find the right words at a time like this. May you find peace, comfort, and all the love you need in the days to come.
    Sharing in your sorrow as Roger will be missed by so many. There was never a day he didn’t put a smile on someone face. Sending you lots love.
    Employee of Store 6659

  25. Sincères sympathies à toutes la famille, spécialement Roseline et Dollard!

  27. Thinking of you all at this difficult time! Sending my deepest sympathies !

  28. Lorriann, nos sincères sympathies a toi, tes enfants et toute la famille, nos pensées sont avec toi dans ces moments difficiles. Eliette et Leonard Leger

  30. Sinceres symphaties a Dollard Dorilla Rosaline et toute la famille Cormier . Sorry for your loss

  31. Lori so sorry for you’re loss, i got to know Roger at Martin Brower he was a very nice man 😍

  33. Sorry to hear of your lost. The beautiful memories you made with this amazing person can never be taken from you. We offer our deepest condolences Lorriann, Noah, Paige, Rosaline and Dollard.
    💕💕🙏🙏

  36. Je suis profondément désolée pour votre perte Lorriann! We are so sorry for the loss of your husband and father! 🤍🤍🤍

  37. Our deepest condolences to you and your family Loriann. You will all be in our thought and prayers at this difficult time.

  38. So deeply saddened to hear about your loss Lorriann. Roger was the perfect coworker and regret that you have to face this so early in life. Our warm thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

  40. Lori, our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Words cannot express the loss, you all are in our thoughts and prayers.

  41. Mes très sincères sympathies à sa mère Rosaline, son épouse, ses enfants, son frère, sa soeur et à toute la famille

  42. Sending our condolences to Lori-Ann and the kids… so sorry for your loss.

  43. Lorie Ann I feel your pain and know how deep it is. Roger touched everyone he met. He was a great husband and a super example of what a great dad should be like. Noah and Paige you were lucky to have him as a dad. We were honored to have known him. He will always be watching over all of you. My prayers are with you and your family. Will call you soon love you guys.

  45. Nos plus sincères condoléances à toute la famille! Norbert et Annette Gaudet

  46. My deepest sympathies to Lori and the kids, family, friends and coworkers. I’m grateful to have known Roger at Martin Brower. I will miss the great conversations we had most days before shifts and at breaks. He was a really great guy. Rest easy my friend….

  47. Our Sincere Condolences to Roger’s Family and friends.
    So very saddened by your loss.
    Kathleen and Denis Rousseau

  48. My sincere condolences to you Loriann, Noah, Paige, cormier & Dutcher families for your loss. I am so very sad to have learned of Roger’s tragic passing. Reading his beautiful obituary & tribute to the wonderful person he was warmed my heart and he must be so touch. I can picture his smile. He was such a nice kind person. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️. RIP Roger…soar with the angels…you definitely earned your wings!

  49. So sorry for your loss. Roger was a great man. Me and my husband but loved him when he did his deliveries to our McDonald’s restaurant when I was the manager there in St-Leonard. My heart is with you and your family. Take my friend and he will always be remembered in our hearts ❤️

  50. Mes plus sincères condoléances à Dollard et Dorilla et leur famille aussi qu’à sa mère Rosaline.

  52. Dollard, Dorilla, Julie et Jerémie, à sa mère, son épouse et ses enfants.
    J’espère que vous trouverez la force et la paix durant ces jours très difficile, sincères sympathies à vous tous.

  53. We would like to send our deepest condolences to you, Lorriann, as well as Noah and Paige. No words can erase the sorrow, but the memories will remind you of a life well loved. Our prayers are with you all.

  54. I met Roger and Lorie through Allison Clark. We connected right away and always enjoyed each others company. Every event we met, we always hung out.
    Really nice people.
    Very saddened to hear this news . We to offer our condolences to all family members.

  55. Dear Lorriann,
    We are so very sorry to hear this sad news, and send our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Please know my heart is breaking for you. I remember you from Lewisville Junior High when you were in my Home Economics class. Your husband sounds like a “beautiful soul”!
    With love,
    Linda Murray

  56. On behalf of My Team at McDonalds in Summerside PEI, we send our Condolences to Roger’s family and MB Team. He was our delivery driver for many years and would randomly pick up a shift for PEI once in a while after he changed routes and it was always a welcomed visit. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

  57. I am so very sorry to hear about Roger. He was such a great and funny guy. He will be missed dearly.

  58. The McDonalds Family on PEI are sending our deepest condolences to the Family. He has been part of our extended McDonalds family for years and we are very sorry for your loss.

  60. Roger was such a great guy so friendly and professional I always loved having a quick conversation with him amongst my travels. He will be greatly missed.

  61. Sorry for tragic loss , I have known Roger for over 20 years. He helped when I moved to Nova Scotia , his winning smile I will never forget. He was an amazing Martin Brower driver and the crew at McDonald’s will miss him tremendously. It always made my day to see him off loading the order at McDonald’s – he always had a story to tell I will miss him tremendously..

  63. Our sincere sympathies to the family. Roger was such a kind and friendly man, always smiling. Our thoughts go out to Lorriann, Noah and Paige. God Bless.

  65. My deepest sympathies to Lori and the Kids Dollard and family. I work with Roger at Martin Brower I will surely miss his smile and conversation we had before he left for his route .
    RIP Roger

  66. Sending our deepest condolences to Roger’s family, friends & co-workers. Think of the great memories to get you through the days, weeks & months ahead.

  67. Nos sincères sympathies à Rosaline, Dollard ainsi que toute la famille et les amis de Roger.

  69. We are so sorry and heartbroken to hear about Roger.. He was the most caring, loving father and husband I’ve met.. always there to support Paige when she came to her riding lessons. I can see him right now with a big smile on his face as he watched her ride around..❤️ knowing his family was happy was his main concern, everyone could tell that very easily.
    Gone to soon😞 Rest easy
    Love,
    Daniel,Michelle,Tristen and Kyla

  70. I am so sorry for your loss.. I work at the McDonalds in Woodstock NB and it was always a joy to have Roger deliver to our store. when routes changed we we always hoping it would still be him to deliver. He was always smiling and would ask how we and our families were doing. When he talked about his family he was always smiling and you could see you were the light in his life. He be deeply missed and again i am very sorry for you loss.

  71. Lorriann, Noah, Paige & Family,
    I had the pleasure of working with your husband (father) for the last 14 years. He was such a a terrific coworker and I will miss his warm smile and sincere greetings everyday – he will truly be missed. Please know that you and your family are in our hearts and prayers during this very difficult time.
    Thinking of you all,
    Robert Cain

  72. Loriann and family, thinking of you during this difficult time. Most sincere condoleances.
    🙏

  73. I met Roger while working at McDonald’s, he used to deliver to our stores regularly and we would always have a few laughs and I would look forward to seeing him and chatting each week, my condolences to his family and the McDonald’s/ Martin Brower family.

  74. Our deepest condolences to Roger’s family he was a great man and coworker sadly missed

  75. Chere Julie et toute la famille,
    Toutes nos plus sinceres sympathies.
    Pas facile de perde qq qu’on aime.

  76. Our thoughts and prayers are with you LoriAnn, Noah, and Paige in these difficult times. Roger was a great man, he will be deeply missed by many!

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