Richard A. Fournier

SUMNER — Richard A. Fournier, 57, of Sumner, formerly of Greenwood and also Salisbury, MA, died Monday, July 23, 2012 at his home, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born in Newburyport, MA, September 5, 1954, the eldest son of Francis J. and Madelyn B. (Rogers) Fournier. He was raised in Byfield and graduated from Triton Regional High School.

He was well-known in the Byfield area as a true craftsman in the building trade. He left his imprint behind in the many quality homes and businesses he built over a 35-year period.

Mr. Fournier and his family moved to Greenwood in 2006. He became a familiar face on the Greenwood Highway Department until late in 2011 when he returned to the trade he loved. He also served as the Greenwood Constable.

He was an avid reader and a collector of books and "old memorabilia." He loved birds and wildlife; he found peace hunting and walking in the woods.

Mr. Fournier leaves his former wife, Janet; two children, Jennifer and Joseph and two grandchildren, Richard and Ashlynn. His family, all of Newbury, MA are parents, Francis and Madelyn Fournier; brother, Robert Fournier and wife Donna; sister, Gail White and husband Jim Carey and nephews, Robert, Zachary and Tommy. From the Salisbury, MA area, he leaves his in-laws, Henry and Eiko Thurlow; their son, Roger and several nephews.

His wish to die at home was made possible due to the support of Androscoggin Hospice and Personal Touch Home Care.

A celebration of Mr. Fournier's life will be held at the West Paris Library on Saturday, August 4 from 3– 6 p.m. Friends and family are invited to gather and share remembrances. Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net.