Hollis W. LaClair

WINCHENDON - Hollis W. LaClair, 88, formerly of 265 Main Street, Winchendon, died Thursday, September 22nd in the Baldwinville Nursing Home following an illness. He was born in Winchendon on October 5,1916, the son of Lewis and Lillian (Alger) LaClair and resided in Winchendon until moving to the nursing home several years ago. Hollis was a turner at the former Alaska Freezer Company before his retirement in 1978. His wife of 54 years, Ernestine N. "Tina" (Ronco) LaClair, died in 1993. He leaves a daughter, Elaine M. Richie of Anchorage, Alaska; three grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will take place in Calvary Cemetery. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to the Baldwinville Nursing Home, Residents Activities Fund, P.O. Box 24, Baldwinville, MA. 01436. The Snow-Ladeau Funeral Home, 343 Central Street, Winchendon is directing arrangements. www.snow-ladeau.com