Roger J. Leclair

SOUTH BARRE-Roger Joseph LeClair, 85, of South Barre, passed away peacefully October 23rd 2021, after a five year battle with Alzheimers. Born in Barre, Vermont on April 25th 1936, he was one of six children born to Napoleon LeClair and Julia (Barnes) LeClair. Roger attended school in the city of Barre. After schooling he joined the US Navy for four years where he received a medal of Good Conduct. In February, 1962, Roger married Barbara (Alexander) and they raised seven children in their home on Beckley Hill and later on, Richardson Road in Barre. Throughout Roger's life he worked passionately as a Projectionist for the Paramount Theaters 1952-1955, was a member of the Navy from 1955-1959, working for Montgomery Ward from 1960-1975 and lastly he devoted the remainder of his working years 1975-2016 to Bond Auto Warehouse in Barre, retiring on the same day as the owners of the local business. Roger enjoyed Bowling at Twin City Lanes, Horseshoes at local clubs and most of all calling bingo and selling...