Germaine A. Chevalier

MILLBURY – Germaine Antoinette (Auger) Chevalier, 90, peacefully passed away on January 18th surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Worcester to Alice and Mederic Auger, Germaine was raised in a home filled with love, laughter, and the camaraderie of her six siblings. She was affectionately known as “Big Red” for her beautiful red hair.

Germaine leaves behind her beloved husband of 61 years, Richard Chevalier, whose unwavering love and devotion were a constant throughout their life together. She is also survived by her four children: Ellen Calnan and her husband Ron, Renee Nasuti and her husband John, Leanne Mazeika and her husband Michael, and Robert Chevalier and his wife Maria; two brothers, Robert Auger and his wife Jane and Lawrence Auger and his wife Ruth; a sister, Winifred Russell.  Germaine was a proud and cherished Memere to ten grandchildren and one great-grandson.  She was predeceased by two brothers, Mederic Auger, Jr. and Richard Auger and a sister, Cecile Auger.

A graduate of Commerce High School in Worcester, Germaine began her career as an executive secretary to the President of Norton Company. As a mother, she dedicated herself to raising her children with love, strength, and grace while supporting Richard in his work as co-owner of Chevalier Furniture. Their partnership extended beyond family life, as Germaine played a pivotal role in the founding of Chevalier Associates, a local advertising agency. Together, she and Richard also launched The Original Wedding Expo and The Bride and Groom Magazine.

A devout Catholic, Germaine was a long-time member of Assumption Parish and participated actively in Marriage Encounter, where she and Richard made lifelong friends through their shared faith. Her dedication to family, faith, and community was a testament to her character.

Germaine’s passions included competitive bowling, which she enjoyed with her sister and best friend, Cecile, and being a devoted Red Sox fan. She attended many Fenway Park games over the years, proudly displaying her Red Sox tattoo. She loved spending time in her pool, hosting impromptu pool parties, and taking great joy in having her family nearby. An avid gardener, Germaine took special pride in her dinner plate dahlias. Family holidays were particularly dear to her, often marked by delicious meals, friendly dessert competitions, and lively games of chess and Left, Right, Center.

Germaine's warmth, kindness, and unwavering love for her family will be deeply missed. Her legacy of faith, devotion, and joyful spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.

Germaine’s funeral Mass will be held Wednesday Jan. 29th at 11am in St. Brigid Church, 59 N Main St, in Millbury. A calling hour will precede the Mass, at the church, beginning at 9:45 to 10:45 am. Entombment will be held at Notre Dame Mausoleum, 162 Webster Street, in Worcester immediately following the Mass.

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