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Lt. Bruce R. Patenaude, 74

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —  Lt. Bruce Robert Patenaude, 74 of North Adams died Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born in North Adams on July 30, 1948, a son of Robert E. Patenaude and Frances Yvonne Polumbo Patenaude. He attended local schools and graduated from the former St. Joseph's High School.

Bruce was a lieutenant with the North Adams Fire Department, where he served for 30 years until his retirement in 1999. Before that, he worked at the former Adams Super Market.

He was a communicant of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church and was a member of the North Adams Elks. Bruce was an avid fan of the New England Patriots football team and also enjoyed bowling. He coached the Elks team in the North Adams Little League for over 20 years.

Survivors include his wife, Suzanne Marie LeClair Patenaude whom he married on Aug. 3, 1974, and three sons, Robert J. (Joanne) Patenaude of Clarksburg, and Mark E. (Amy) Patenaude and Scott M. (Cynthia) Patenaude, all of North Adams; he also leaves six grandchildren, Molly Rose, Emily Claire, Brady Robert, Olivia Marie, Ryan Charles and Elynore Marian; four sisters, Louise Kaigle of Orlando, Fla., and Jacqueline Sanguinet and Judith Patenaude, both of Leominster, and Jane LeBeau of Cheshire; and nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Jan Patenaude.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Lt. Bruce Patenaude will be celebrated Monday, Oct. 17, 2022, at 11 a.m. from St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. Calling hours at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA, HOME FOR FUNERALS, WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA are Sunday from 2-5 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to PopCares in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.


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My deepest condolences to you all at this difficult time.
from: Erica Pecoron: 10-27-2022
Dear Sue, Louise and family, My deepest sympathy on your loss, with hopes that Bruce is enjoying the comfort of eternal peace. May you all be comforted by your fondest memories and love for each other.
from: Alice Vignaon: 10-19-2022
Rest in peace Bruce.
from: Bill Wilsonon: 10-18-2022
Dear Sue and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you adjust to life without Bruce. We did have many happy hours at the bowling alley.

Esther Herrick
from: Esther Herrickon: 10-18-2022
Scott. I did not know your father but my heart is with youand your family at this difficult time. Xoxoxo
from: Gail Sellerson: 10-18-2022
You have my deepest sympathy. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ada Cutting
from: Sueon: 10-17-2022
My deepest sympathies to the Patenaude family.
from: David Willetteon: 10-17-2022
I was so sorry to read this, Sue. Bruce was a great guy and will be missed, greatly, by many. I hope all of your memories of him are happy and joyful. God bless.
from: Bob Burdickon: 10-17-2022
Sue and family. Our sincere condolences in the passing of Bruce. RIP Bruce.

Gwen & Woody Boillat
from: Gwen Boillaton: 10-17-2022
Our deepest condolences to sue and her family. So sad. Jackie n bill cote
from: Jacqueline coteon: 10-16-2022
I'm so sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. The memories I have of him are filled with lots of laughs and I hope the good memories are able to surround everyone coping with the loss.
from: Trevor Gilmanon: 10-16-2022
To the Patenaude Family - so very sorry to learn about Bruce's passing. What a kind, fun, loving human being he was. I enjoyed working with him all those years ago. He always kept me laughing with his wit and humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Much love,
Missy
from: Missy Parisienon: 10-15-2022
I'm sorry to hear about Bruces passing, if I can help in any call me 664-1728
from: Michael R Mongeonon: 10-15-2022
Our deepest condolences sue to you and your family. May he rest in peace. So sad. Jackie n bill cote
from: Jacqueline coteon: 10-14-2022
Sue, Ray and I are so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. You will be in our prayers.
from: Robin Martinon: 10-14-2022
Bruce was a wonderful man.
He drove the van that my daughter was on in elementary school. Was so Wonderful to her!
He will be missed .
Sending Prayers to the family,
from: Pamela Fitzgerald & Ashley Macksey on: 10-14-2022
Dear Sue I am so sorry to hear the passing of your beloved husband Bruce. My sincere condolences.
from: Robin J Bachandon: 10-14-2022
Dear Sue and family, my condolences on the loss of Bruce. He gave so much. Hold dear your memories.
from: Gloria Phaneuf Hiseron: 10-14-2022
Sending deepest sympathies and prayers for Bruce's family at this sad time.

Terry Taft
from: Terry Tafton: 10-14-2022
Sue - Sorry to hear about Bruce.
from: Mickion: 10-14-2022
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
from: Scott Garneron: 10-14-2022
Sue, Bobby, Mark and Scott - Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
from: Melindaon: 10-14-2022
I am so, so sorry, Sue.
from: Maria Gamarion: 10-14-2022
Sue, I am so sorry to hear about Bruce. You are in my prayers.
from: Maureen Taft Mooreon: 10-13-2022
My most sincere condolences to Sue and his family. Bruce was a very good man. My thoughts and prayers are with them.
from: Jason Zoitoon: 10-13-2022
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers ??????
from: Joni Dunn on: 10-13-2022
Bob& Family, I am sorry to learn of the passing of Bruce,My condolences go out to the entire family
from: Tom Ostranderon: 10-13-2022
Im very sue and the whole family for your loss bruce was a great man will definitely be missed rip brother and thank u for being a great friend
from: Nick mcclendon on: 10-13-2022
Sue so sorry about your husband passing away. I send out my condolences to the whole family. I will keep him in prayer. He was such a wonderful person.
from: wendy linneanon: 10-13-2022
I am so sorry your family my prayer are with you and your family
from: Nanette Schmidton: 10-13-2022
Sue and the rest of the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a great person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
from: Judy Licht on: 10-13-2022
Our condolences to The Patenaude Family. Bruce was as good as they come. May he rest in peace.
from: Dan & Cathy Peterson: 10-13-2022
My condolences to the family. Mr. Patenaude was always a very kind man. Playing football and baseball with Scott, he was always very positive dad and parent with other players and friends. God bless you all.
from: Seth Christopher on: 10-13-2022
Sue, so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Wishing you peace during this time of sorrow.
from: John & Rosetta Shermanon: 10-13-2022
Dear Sue and Family, I am so saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. His larger than life presence will be missed by all who knew him. Just remembering the fun we had bowling in the mixed couples league on Sunday nights! Sincerely, Terri
from: Theresa Brownon: 10-13-2022
Bruce was such an awesome man. He will be certainly missed. Wayne and I send prayers and love to you all.
from: Wayne and Pamela Copelandon: 10-13-2022
Sue, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.
from: Jean Brooks Bechardon: 10-13-2022
So sorry to hear of Bruce passing. A good man, he will be missed
from: Eric Garneron: 10-13-2022
So sorry for your loss
from: Cindy M Rosenburgon: 10-13-2022
I'm so sorry to hear of Bruce passing. My condolences to your family in this sad time.
from: Daniel Bergeronon: 10-13-2022
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