Paul R.A. LeClair, Sr., 66, of Rochdale, died Thursday, May 15th at home after a long illness, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves his wife of 47 years, Gail S. (Bartlett) LeClair; 2 daughters, Laurinda M. Quinn and her husband Alan of Cherry Valley and Christina L. Roberts and her husband Joseph of Rochdale; a son, Paul R.A. LeClair, Jr., of Rochdale; a sister, Marie Bazin of Phoenix, AZ; 8 grandchildren; a great granddaughter; and nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by 4 brothers and a sister.

   He was born in Marlborough, the son of Arthur M. and Clara J. (Hayes) LeClair. Mr. LeClair was a tool maker for Martin Tool & Manufacturing Company in Hubbbardston for 18 years, retiring in 2000. He was a member of St. Aloysius-St. Jude Church and the Knights of Columbus, Council 4528. Mr. LeClair enjoyed his treasured dachshunds, Tinker and Jake.

   The funeral is Monday, May 19th from O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, Worcester, with a Mass at 9:00 A.M. in St. Aloysius-St. Jude Church, 489 Pleasant Street. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours are from 4:00 until 6:00 P.M. Sunday, May 18th in the funeral home. Contributions may be made to St. Aloysius-St. Jude Church, 491 Pleasant Street, Rochdale, MA 01542.