Gene Provost Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

OBITUARY Gene Paul Provost was born on May 14, 1932 to John and Cordelia (Bricault) Provost in Worcester, MA. Gene graduated high school and then worked for Dehlolm McKay Co. until he joined the United States Navy in 1952. He proudly served his country for several years during the Korean War. After serving his country, Gene moved to Southern CA, and worked for the car wash industry for many years. On November 12, 1977 Gene was united in marriage to Colleen O?Brien. Together they lived in Southern CA, where Gene owned and operated a video store and electronic repair shop. In 2000 Gene and Colleen moved to Alexandria and Gene worked at Mills Fleet Farm in the plumbing and electrical departments until he became ill in May of 2012. Gene thoroughly enjoyed the customers he met and his co-workers. He enjoyed boating, hunting, fishing, and his weekly poker game. Gene P. Provost died at the age of 80 years old on Monday, November 26, 2012 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Colleen Provost of Alexandria and many special friends and family members. A Memorial Service was held on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at the Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria. Arrangements are with the Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria www.andersonfuneral.net