Raymond G. Surprenant: Mechanic, Motorcyclist

Raymond G. Surprenant, 80, of Woonsocket, died Thursday, April 4, at Landmark Medical Center, according to Menard-Lacouture Funeral Home.

Ray was the loving husband of Patricia A. (Richard) Surprenant. They were married on June 14, 1952. Born in Woonsocket, he was a son of the late Arthur and Ella (Lavimoidiere) Surprenant. He was a lifelong resident of the city.

A heavy equipment mechanic by trade, Ray was employed at Aiello Construction Co. in Smithfield for many years and had also worked for several other firms in the area.

Ray was a dedicated Harley-Davidson motorcycle enthusiast. He was also a skilled woodworker having crafted a number of pieces of furniture, toys, and decorative items.

Ray will be most remembered as a devoted husband, father and grandfather. The full obituary can be found at Menard-Lacouture Funeral Home's website.

Burial was private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl. Memphis, TN., 38105.