Richard J. BERGERON

FLORENCE, S.C. -- Richard J. "Dick" Bergeron, 73, formerly of Henniker, died Monday, June 20, 2005, at home. He was born in Willimantic, Conn., in 1931, the son of the late Antonio A. and Violet Whitman Bergeron. He was also predeceased by a son, John. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He moved to Florence, S.C., in 1960 to work for Electro-Motive Manufacturing. His work as an executive in the electronics manufacturing industry took him to many places, from El Paso, Texas, to Chicago to Juarez, Mexico, to Barbados and Haiti. He enjoyed life with his family, walking his dogs, growing day lilies, and bowling with his friends at Southgate Bowling Center. Mr. Bergeron was a member of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Florence, S.C. Among his survivors, in addition to his wife, Josie D. Bergeron, are a daughter, Joni B. Bishop and her husband, Chris, of Gresham, S.C.; a son, Joel J. Bergeron of Mystic, Conn.; a grandson, Jon R. Bishop of Gresham, S.C.; a brother, Antonio Bergeron and his wife, Socorro, of Willimantic, Conn.; as well as many nieces and nephews. Our family would like to thank his many friends for their kindness and generosity during this difficult time. His friends, both new and old, held a very special place in his heart. Memorial service will be held today at 2 p.m. at Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Florence, S.C. Urn burial will be held at a later date at Henniker Cemetery in Henniker. Memorial donations may be made to the Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 5314 Old River Road, Florence, S.C. 29505. Cain Funeral Home in Florence, S.C., is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information, visit http://www. cainfuneralhome.com.