1934 – 2025
Woodstock - Marion Dauphinais, 91 years young of Woodstock, CT passed away on December 17, 2025.
She was born on May 9, 1934 in Brooklyn, NY to parents Evy (Andreasson) Boudreau and Laurence Boudreau. She grew up in Dayville, CT attending St. James School and Killingly High School. She married Donald J. Dauphinais “Duffy” on September 1, 1956 who predeceased her in 2005. They raised their five children in Brooklyn, CT: Donna Smith (Tony) of Sterling, CT, Dale “Duffy” Dauphinais (Anne) of Danielson, CT, Dave Dauphinais (Mary), Debby Blackmer (Ron) of Woodstock, CT and Donald Dauphinais (Amy) of Campton, NH. She leaves 8 Grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her siblings Laurence “Sonny” Boudreau, Bradenton FL, Marilyn “Sissy” Stachura (Bronac), Danielson, CT and Madeline “Bunny” DeAngelis Brooklyn, CT.
She was predeceased by her son, Dave Dauphinais; son-in-law, Tony Smith; brother-in-law, John DeAngelis and sister-in-law, Fran Boudreau and several nephews.
Marion was affectionately known through out her life as “Babe, Mom, Meme and the G-Mem.” She worked at Arrow Hart in Danielson for 30 years, Attorney, Thomas Dupont, Spinning Wheel Gift Shop and Whitford’s General Store. She remained a Yankees Fan despite marrying and raising Red Sox Fans. She was always up for an adventure whether it was a road trip with her sister, Disney Trip with her grandchildren, or dinner and drinks with her family.
She spent many winters in Florida with her brother’s family enjoying the many nieces and nephews who cherished her time. She enjoyed the many visits from her nieces, nephews and family friends over the years and recently as she referred to her last weeks as a “living wake.”
She loved many and was loved by so many more. She raised a wonderful family who returned the gift of love to her in her last days. She was blessed and grateful for all. We will always raise our glass to a “Here’s to you Meme!!”
A celebration of life will be planned at a future time.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam, CT 06260. For memorial guest book please visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
