Donald Messier

Donald Messier, 66, of Forest Ave., Somerset, formerly of Thomas St., Fall River, died at home Wednesday, December 20, 2006. Born in Westport, MA, the son of the late Elie and Leontine (Gendreau) Messier, he lived in Fall River most of his life and in Somerset for the past 4 years. He was associated with People, Incorporated for many years. He played the organ and enjoyed flowers, gardening, music, family and friends. He was the brother of Yvette Tardif (husband late Jules), Juliette Faris (husband Thomas, Sr.), Claire M. Allard (husband "Joe") and the late Therese, Cecile, Andre, Collette and Paul Messier. His funeral will be held Saturday at 9:00 AM from the AUCLAIR FUNERAL HOME, 690 So. Main St., Fall River, with a funeral mass in Notre Dame Church at 10:00 AM. Burial, Notre Dame Cemetery. Visitation, Friday 4:00 to 8:00 PM. LARGE PARKING AREA and barrier-free entrance at the rear of funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to People, Inc. 1040 Eastern Ave., Fall River MA 02723 or Hospice and Palliative Care, 502 Bedford St., Fall River MA 02720.