Marc R. Chagnon Obituary (1965 - 2023)

Marc R. Chagnon, age 58, a longtime resident of Dracut, passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with cancer, on Saturday, November 25, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Lowell on June 1, 1965, and was the son of Richard J Chagnon and the late Pauline B (Masson) Chagnon. Marc graduated from Dracut High School in 1984. Marc spent the majority of his career as a short order cook, most recently at The Yolk Grill in Pelham, NH and previously at Suzies Diner in Hudson, NH and Alicias Diner in Pelham, NH. Marc had an unwavering dedication to his loved ones, always willing to lend a helping hand. Marc was an avid Boston sports fan, especially for the Patriots. In his free time, Marc enjoyed playing pool, traveling to Myrtle Beach, and cruising with his family. In addition to his father, Marc is survived by his sister Donna Murr of Dracut, MA, David Chagnon of Londonderry, NH, Roger Chagnon and his wife Darlene of Myrtle Beach, SC; his nieces and nephews, Alicia Chagnon and her husband Bill Mahoney, Richard Murr, Kyle Murr, Jessica Murr, Lisa Fortier, Frankie Chagnon, Megan Cyr and her husband Gene, and Emily Kurs; also, many great nieces and nephews. He will be missed by his loving Goddaughter Emily Greenwood. Marc was predeceased by his grandparents, Ulric and Theresa Masson, and Peter and Clara Chagnon. The family would like to thank the staff at Lowell General Hospital Oncology Care Unit (OCU) and the staff at the High Point Hospice House in Haverhill for their excellent care of Marc. Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 from 4pm to 8pm at the Dracut Funeral Home 2159 Lakeview Ave, Dracut. Marcs Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday November 29, 2023 at 10am at the Funeral Home. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Chelmsford. Service Details Visitation When November 28, 2023 4:00pm - 8:00pm Location Dracut Funeral Home Address 2159 Lakeview Avenue Dracut, MA 01826 Funeral Service When November 29, 2023 10:00am Location Dracut Funeral Home Address 2159 Lakeview Avenue Dracut, MA 01826 Interment When November 29, 2023 10:00am Location St. Joseph's Cemetery Address 96 Riverneck Road Chelmsford, MA