On Sunday, February 14th, 2021, Maurice “Moe” Chenelle, loving husband and father of one child, passed away at the age of 84 from Alzheimer’s. Moe was born on May 26, 1936 in Dracut, MA to Hector and Elizabeth (Leclair) Chenelle. He graduated High School from Dracut High School in Dracut, Massachusetts in 1954, and then served in the United States Air Force for seven years as a Contracting Specialist. While serving, he married Louise Anne Fortune on November 27, 1958. He went on and served the Department of the Air Force as a Contracting Officer for 36 years attaining the rank of GM-15 and was credited with automating purchasing for the Air Force and DOD systems worldwide. He was also a business owner, selling music and security systems, a community mayor and a poll worker in the Montgomery, AL area. They raised one son, Stephen.
Moe had a passion for tackling any project he could get his hands on. He was a self-starter, a relentless can-do attitude. He championed most projects tirelessly with vision and passion. His projects ranged from making wall art for Arrowhead Country club to rebuilding engines of different cars. His projects were much admired not only by friends and family, but also by all who he came into contact. He was known for his infectious smile, his desire to please, his character, integrity, and his kind and compassionate spirit.
Moe was preceded in death by his father, Hector, and his mother, Elizabeth, and his wife, Louise. He is survived by his son Stephen, his daughter-in-law Erica, his grandson Zane, his granddaughter Ashley, his two sisters, Lucille Bevins, and Lorette Gamache, his brother Hector Chenelle, and several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at a later date to be determined in light of the COVID pandemic. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Alzheimer’s foundation.
You may sign the online guestbook by visiting www.maconmp.com.
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