Mr. Rolland O. Barre

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Rolland O. Barré (98) on Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at the Alice Hyde Nursing Home. Born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, October 16, 1923, he was the only son of the late George and Cora Barré (Young). He was predeceased by his loving wife, Eleanor Barré (Marlow), his infant son, Richard, and son-in-law, James R. Hesseltine. Mr. Barré was the beloved father of Susan Hesseltine (Barré) of Malone, NY, Kimberly Drzymala (Barré) and her husband Robert, of Castleton, NY; grandfather of Stephani Nedzamar (Hesseltine) and her husband, Ali of Mount Vernon, NY, and Brent Hesseltine and his wife Jennifer (Wiseman) of Malone, NY. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Samir and Adam Nedzamar and Emma and Ryan Hesseltine. Rolland is a graduate of Bombay High School. From 1943-1946, he enlisted in the United States Army. In 1948, he married Eleanor Marlow. He was employed by New York Telephone for 37 years and retired in 1984. Rolland was a long-time member of the Amvets Post 8, the American Legion Post 219, and Malone Golf Club. He was also a lifetime member of St. André Bessette Parish. Rolland was a devoted family man who enjoyed helping others. His propensity for selfless giving was expressed in many ways, most notably through volunteering for Meals on Wheels and his support of several local charities. He was passionate about the outdoors and enjoyed softball, golf, fishing, hunting, and camping in the company of his lifelong friends. In his 90s, he was privileged to be included in the 2014 North Country Honor Flight, which he noted as, “one of the best days of my life.” Serving in WWII, Rolland was proud to be a part of the “Greatest Generation.” Rolland received the George Pond Award from the American Legion Post 219. He was known for his ever present sense of humor and razor sharp wit, which unfailingly brought smiles to friends and family alike. In the hearts of his loved ones, Rolland leaves a legacy punctuated by his unshakable faith, and sense of responsibility to his family and community. Rolland spent the last six years of his life at The Alice Center. He thought of the residents and staff as extended family. Calling hours will be held at St. Mary-Murphy-Wilcox Funeral Home on Monday, Oct. 17 from 3 to 6 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at Notre Dame Church. Burial will take place at Notre Dame Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider making a contribution to The Alice Center Activities Fund at 45 Sixth Street, Malone, New York 12953.

Mr. Rolland O. Barre

October 16, 1923 - October 12, 2022