Gratien Joseph Bolduc

Gratien J. Bolduc, 66 of New Britain, passed, with his devoted and loving family by his side on February 11, 2020, after a hard fought 13 year battle with Cancer. He was born in P.Q. Canada the son of Raymond Bolduc of New Britain, and the late Angele (Doyon) Bolduc, who predeceased him in February of 2019. He was a Communicant of St. Joseph Church in New Britain and a Retired Custodian of the New Britain School System. He enjoyed rock and roll music, playing the guitar, he was a devoted fan of the Montreal Canadiens Hockey Team (Go Habs) and was a Classic Car and Harley enthusiast. Gratien loved music, he played with “The Silhouetts” during his years at Plainville High school and continued to play with many bands throughout his life, making lifelong friends along the way. Gratien was a member of DMA for over 35 years and served as president for 13 years. He and his family enjoyed many years of parties, camping and riding with DMA. He was a member of Moose International, St. Jean Baptiste Society Inc. and The Antique Motorcycle Club of America, Inc. Yankee Chapter.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Sheri (Miville) Bolduc and his two devoted sons Gunnar and Julian, both of New Britain and his Maine Coon cat, Chief. Funeral services are Saturday, February 22nd, at 9:30AM, from the New Britain Memorial & Donald D. Sagarino Funeral Home, 444 Farmington Avenue, followed by the liturgy of Christian Burial 10:30AM at Divine Providence Parish, St. Joseph Church, 195 South Main St., both in New Britain. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, 169 Farmington Avenue, Plainville. Visiting hours at the funeral home are Friday, February 21st, from 4PM-8PM. Being proud of his son’s military service, in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to his son’s unit, 962nd Ordnance Company, mailed c/o Cristy Ziemba 5363 Peru Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Contributions will be forwarded to the Family Readiness Group (FRG) to assist families of currently serving soldiers. For more information, to view Gratien’s Everlasting Memorial Video Tribute or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.newbritainsagarino.com