Robert J. L. Ricard

Robert Jean Louis Ricard beloved Husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Ghislaine (Gigi) Ricard, daughters, Carole Potter and husband Don, Lyne Hamlin, Danielle Page and partner Scott, and Jose’ Dudley and husband Paul. He is predeceased by his son, Francis Robert Ricard (survived by his husband Michael Romaszkiewicz), and sons-in-law James Hamlin and Stephen Page. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren, Stacie Page, Chris Page, Sarah Langley, Jennifer Altvater, Michelle Kovar, Kerri Iannacci, Adam Page, Leanne McGilvray, Tanya Doran, Rebecca Ricard, Samantha Marte, Erin Ricard, Steven Dudley and Shelby Chirnside. His Great Grandchildren, Gavin, Christian, Kyle, Savannah, Connor, Declan, Avery, Aidan, Michael Joe, Noah, Bristol, Raelynn, Olivia, Logan, Odin, James, Ryan, Rowan, Gigi, and Daniel brought him so much joy. As one of sixteen children he is survived by his sister Cecil Roy and many nieces and nephews.

A carpenter by trade, he retired in 1996 but continued to do what he loved and flipped houses with his wife Gigi. Robert (Bob) was always willing to help any of his children and grandchildren with projects in and out of their homes. Always the teacher. Staying active as an avid gardener, riding his trike bike, puzzles, playing games and making bird houses or whatever he could with wine corks. Family gatherings brought him so much joy and meant the world to him. He cherished the time he spent with them.

“At the end of life, what really matters is not what we bought but what we built; not what we got but what we shared; not our competence but our character; and not our success, but our significance. Live a life that matters. Live a life of love.” -Author unknown

SERVICES: A Memorial Gathering will be held at Cremation Society of NH, 26 Kinsley Street in Nashua on Monday, June 16, 2025 from 11am to 12:30pm, a brief Memorial Service will immediately follow at 12:30pm. Interment prayers will follow at St. Louis Cemetery, 752 W. Hollis Street in Nashua. Family and Friends are respectfully invited to attend. Please join the family at Sun Property clubhouse located at 34 Birch Ridge Trail in Nashua, New Hampshire immediately following the graveside service for a celebration of life. Food and beverages will be served.