Edward J. (Sr.) Rondeau

Uxbridge- Edward J. Rondeau Sr., 93,  of Pond St., affectionately known as “Joe” passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at St. Vincents Hospital after a period of declining health.  His wife of 68 years, Jane (Hetherington) Rondeau passed in 2019.

         He is survived by 2 sons, Edward J. Rondeau Jr. of Douglas, and John A. Rondeau of Woodstock, CT; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; his sister, Theresa Chaplin of Milford, several nieces, nephews, and in-laws. He was also predeceased by 3 children, Rodney O. “Ollie” Rondeau in 2009, Carl E. Rondeau in 2014, and Deborah J. Boucher in 2023; he was brother of the late  Harvey, William and Arthur Rondeau; and  Evelyn Cheney, Annette Powell, and Cecile Thomas.

         Born in Uxbridge on December 14, 1930 Joe was the son of David A. and Marie Elsie (Bartlett) Rondeau and was a lifelong resident of Uxbridge. Mr. Rondeau was a herdsman for the Twin Elm Farm in Mendon, before owning his own Silver Mine Farm, now Blissful Meadows, where he was a cattle and dairy farmer. He previously worked for the Draper Corp. in Hopedale. After retirement, he enjoyed driving the Senior van in town, which he did for several years.

         He loved playing his daily numbers, and tinkering around in his yard. In his younger years, he and his wife enjoyed square dancing.

His family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of Tri-Valley Elder Services, the VNA, and St. Vincent’s Medical Center for their compassionate care and kindness shown to Joe during his illness.

As to his wishes, a private burial service will take place in St. Mary's Cemetery in Uxbridge at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe’s memory may be made to the Uxbridge Senior Center, 35 S. Main St., Uxbridge, MA 01569. To leave a condolence message for his family please visit: www.Jackmanfuneralhomes.com

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