Robicheau, Allan Joseph – It is with deep sadness that we, the family of Allan Joseph Robicheau, announce his passing at age 94 on Tuesday, January 2, 2024 in Dartmouth General Hospital.
Allan is survived by the love of his life, Eleanor (Faucher); as well as his children, Sharon (Dennis) Kirker, Lloyd (Sharon) Robicheau, David (Angie) Robicheau, Debbie (Scott) King, Karenanne (Robert) Conrod, Calvin Robicheau, Kerina (Steve) Michaud; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Marion Conrod; brother, Ralph Robicheau (Verna); and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Amos and Marie (Smith) Robicheau; brothers, Kenny and Freddie Robicheau; brother-in-law, Ronnie Conrod; sister-in-law, Rita Robicheau; and grandson, Evan Michaud.
Dad and Mom both grew up in West Chezzetcook. They started their courtship and after four years, they married on September 4, 1954 in Saint Anselm’s Church. In 1957 they started their family and over a number of years, had seven wonderful children plus 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Dad worked for Nova Scotia Liquor Commission for 36+ years retiring at the age of 56. The last position he held was Assistant Supervisor at the warehouse in Burnside.
Dad was a family man. He cherished his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was always on call if he was needed, which was quite often. Whether to pick up someone from school or take them to an appointment, Grampy was the one who would go. Dad loved the outdoors and nature; especially putting in his garden, fishing, hunting and in later years, taking daily four wheeler trips around the property.
Dad belonged to the Knights of Columbus Council 9093 in West Chezzetcook for many years and also involved with Saint Anselm’s Church Picnics – selling tickets for the Lobster Suppers. Dad was heartbroken by the closure of his beloved Saint Anselm’s Church. Dad loved to play the fiddle that was given to him by his grandmother. He taught himself how to play and got some help from his father who also played.
Dad will be greatly missed by his family and friends. We were truly blessed to have him as long as we did. We all love you and will never forget you. Rest in peace Dad.
The family extends their deepest gratitude to Dartmouth General Hospital, Emergency Department, 4 East and 5 West.
A funeral mass will be held on Friday, January 12, 2024 in St. John of the Cross Church (formerly St. Genevieve’s Church), East Chezzetcook at 11 a.m. Father Vincent Onyekelu and Deacon Howard Oehmen to officiate. Burial to follow after the mass in St. Anselm’s Cemetery. Memorial donations for the restoration of the former St. Anselm’s Church may be made by cheque to The Acadian Heritage Committee of l’acadie de Chezzetcook, 79 Hill Road, West Chezzetcook, NS B0J 2L0
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