Holland: Donald R.J. Forcier, 80, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 13 ^th , in his home after a brief illness.

He leaves his lifelong companion and former wife, Lorraine "Judi" Forcier of Sturbridge; his daughter Dionne Waterman and her husband Bill of Brimfield; his grandchild, Bailey Waterman of Ayer; his two sisters, Ann Forcier of Orange and Susan Paradis of Jamestown, RI; his two brothers, John Forcier of Thailand and Glenn Forcier of Jamestown, RI; and several nieces and nephews.  His son, Darren J. Forcier, passed away in 2003.  He was also predeceased by his two brothers, Thomas Forcier and W. Paul Forcier.  He was born in Northbridge the son of the late Wilfred H. and Aurora O. (Brunelle) Forcier.

Donald was a machine operator at Flexcon in Spencer, retiring in 2004.  Prior to Flexcon Don worked many jobs throughout the years: he was a reporter and photographer for the Southbridge Evening News and the Worcester Telegram, a construction worker, carpenter, blasting specialist and bar manager.  Don was an avid sportsman and loved fishing with his brothers and nephews as well as playing cards. He was a lifelong member of the Holland Rod and Gun Club.

Calling hours for Don will be held on Thursday, Oct. 21 ^st , from 6:00 to 8:00pm in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge.  A graveside service for Don will be held on Friday, Oct. 22 ^nd , at 12:00pm in the Holland Cemetery, Brimfield Rd., Holland.