Charles H. Duranleau
Date of Passing:
Charles H. Duranleau, 79, of West Avenue, Seekonk, MA, died unexpectedly on October 25, 2024 at Rhode Island Hospital, Providence. He was the beloved husband of Dianne C. (Bolton) Duranleau.
Born in Providence, a son of the late George and Elizabeth (Daggett) Duranleau, he lived in Seekonk, MA for 60 years.
Mr. Duranleau was a Real Estate Manager for the J.J. McHale & Sons, Pawtucket for 26 years before retiring in 2007. He was a former Town Planner for the Town of Seekonk, MA.
Charles was a graduate of Rhode Island College 1967 and earned a Master’s degree from the University of Rhode Island 1975. He was a member of the East Providence-Seekonk Rotary Club, the Seekonk Masons and the American Planning Association.
Charles enjoyed fly fishing, traveling, working outside, gardening and spending time with his loving grandchildren.
Besides his wife of 57 years, he is survived by a son, David C. Duranleau and his wife Jean of Warwick; a daughter, Deena L. Duranleau and her husband Peter Touborg, MA; five grandchildren, Brian, Jonathan, Kathryn, Charles and Margaret and one great grandson, Lewis. He was the brother of the late Marie Duranleau.
His Funeral Service will be held on Saturday November 2, 2024 in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 9 a.m. Burial will follow in Seekonk Cemetery, Dexter Street, Seekonk, MA.
Calling hours are Friday 4-7 p.m. Flowers are respectfully omitted. Contributions in Charles’s memory to the National Wildlife Association, PO BOX 3056, Harlan, Iowa, 51593 would be deeply appreciated.
I’m so sorry to hear about your family’s loss of Charlie, he was a wonderful person with a beautiful life. His sense of humor and kindness were always present and I will never forget him.
David my condolences to you and your family. You are in the minds and thoughts of your DEM family.
Very sorry David for your sudden loss, I still remember your dad when he used to come into where we used to work in 1987.
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Manny’s and my ‘Best Man’ at our wedding many years ago. So sad to hear of Charlie’s passing. He’s now with one of his oldest buddies, Manny, who passed away on April 4, 2020. Dianne, you, Charlie and your family will be in my prayers.
Dianne, so sorry for your loss. He will be deeply missed by many.
I knew Charlie when he was the Seekonk Town Planner. He always had a smile on his face. Many of us were sad when he left
Dianne so sorry for your loss of your husband.
So saddened to hear of Charlie’s passing. Such a kind man.
Love to you Diane and family.
I’m sorry for your loss. I remember our conversations comparing visits to casinos in the south and southwest as well as places to visit. My prayers are with you.
I recall Charles from high school, a quiet friendly, student.RIP, Charles
So sorry to hear the news. We began first grade together at Anne C. Greene School and were classmates for 12 years.
I have not seen him in years but I recall Charlie as a very decent and likeable person.
Rest in peace Charlie. You will be sadly missed. ❤❤