Born in Fall River, he was the son of the late Henry Allard and Evelyn (Audette) Allard.
Arthur worked as a Lineman for New England Power then as a Generator Technician. He also worked as a furniture repair and finisher at Charlmor Furniture then Modern Furniture until his retirement at age 70. He then went to work at the Swansea Council of Aging until its services were stopped by COVID.
Arthur was an avid fisherman. He loved music and dancing with his family and friends.
His devotion to his family and friends will always be remembered. He was capable of fixing anything and everything with his vast knowledge. He was generous and loving with his support and love for his children, family and friends.
He is survived by his children, Arthur Allard, Jr. and his wife Donna of Somerset, Teresa Cross and her husband Robert of Tampa, FL and Robin Almeida of Fall River; his long-time companion, Patricia Burgess of Somerset and her children, Sherie, James and Brian; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter and several nieces and nephews. Arthur was predeceased by his son, Donald Allard and siblings, Norman Allard and Leona Sylvia.
His Visitation will be held on Friday, March 19, 2021 from 4:00-7:00 PM in Waring-Sullivan Home at Birchcrest, 189 Gardners Neck Rd, Swansea. Due to current occupancy restrictions, please be mindful that guests may have to wait outside while others pay their respects. His funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 10:00 AM in St. John of God Church, 1036 Brayton Ave, Somerset. Relatives and friends are invited. Burial will be private. Donations in Arthur’s honor may be made to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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