Ronald L. Bilodeau

Born in Pittsfield, he was the son of the late Edmond and Delia (Chagnon) Bilodeau. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard Bilodeau of Chichester.

Mr. Bilodeau graduated from Pittsfield High School and then entered the military. Ronald enlisted in the US Army in June 1950 for deployment to the Korean War. Upon completion of basic training, Ronald was ranked as Private. On February 14, 1951 Ronald was wounded in action. Upon returning to duty, he served as a medic as he was unable to shoulder a rifle due to his injuries. At the time of his honorable discharge in 1953, he was ranked as Staff Sergeant. Ronald was awarded with the Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster, Combat Infantry Badge and two Battle Stars. He was a founding member of the VFW in Pittsfield, a member of the DAV, a member of the Order of the Purple Heart and a member of the American Legion.

He would do anything for his two daughters and much adored grandchildren. He was so very proud of their many accomplishments. He had many special moments talking about Concord High wrestling with honorary grandson, Travis Paige who he was extremely fond of. He enjoyed watching 1950’s classic westerns, wrestling and boxing. He enjoyed the simple things such as puttering in the shed, watching the backyard birds and the seasonal flower changes. His cat Holly held a special place in his heart He was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Pittsfield.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years Veronica “Nicky” (Raymond) Bilodeau of Pittsfield; two daughters, Catherine Roberts of Concord and Michele Moulton and her husband Robert of Milford; his former son in law Philip Roberts of Concord; his sister Annette Bilodeau of Pittsfield and long time companion and good friend Cliff Baillageron of Berwick, ME; three grandchildren, Patrick Roberts and his wife Elizaveta of Concord, Hailey Roberts of Concord and Kelsea Moulton of Milford; two nieces, Janice Lakowicz and Joyce Bilodeau; and one nephew, Gordon Bilodeau and their mother Rebecca.

A private celebration of his life will be held during the summer followed by a burial at the Floral Park Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105, to the Payson Center at Concord Hospital, 250 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301 or to the SPCA 130 Washington Street, Penacook, NH 03303.

The Bennett Funeral Home of Concord is in charge of the arrangements.