Obituary of Stephen Rochon

Stephen A. Rochon, passed away unexpectedly, on Saturday, April 12, 2014 at the age of 58. Stephen was born in Somerville, MA, the son of the late Edward and Margaret Rochon. He grew up in Westford and was a graduate of Nashoba Valley Technical High School. He had made Burlington his home for the past 27 years. He was a member of the Utility Workers Union of America. He worked most of his career as a HVAC service technician and service mechanic. He worked for several heating and refrigeration companies over the years and also owned his own HVAC company which he called Airtronix. He worked for a number of years at National Grid until his disability prevented him from working any further. Stephen’s family was the center of his universe. He would do anything in his ability for his family. He was a loving and proud father to his 4 children. He always wanted to make sure they all knew how much he loved them. He supported them in their activities, sports, and in their life choices. He was their soccer and hockey coach, and their biggest fans. He really got excited about the holidays, with its preparation, the meals, and sharing the days with family and friends. Regular weekend camping trips all over New England were a special memory for all of his children. He was always up to date with all his children’s affairs and activities. He was so proud to have 2 grandsons, who were born this past year. He loved music, especially the Beatles, and even played in a band when he was younger. He was a fixture in his neighborhood as he walked his dogs frequently around the block. Stephen was loving father of Jason Plant & his wife Colleen of Burlington, Kevin Rochon of Methuen & his companion Melissa O’Brien, Stephanie Rochon of Burlington & her companion Jason Cunha, and Stephen Rochon of Burlington & his companion Lauren Archibald. Brother of Anthony & his wife Sara of Wellington, FL, Edward, Jr. & his wife Laura of Sebastian, FL, Richard & his wife Kathy of Westford, and Michael & his wife Cheryl of Garner, NC. Proud grandfather of Tyler and Christian. Former husband and friend of Debra Kelly & her husband Richard J. Kelly of Byfield. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (exit 34 off Rt. 128/95, Woburn side) on Thursday, April 17 at 9 a.m. Followed by funeral services at St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Rd, Woburn at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. Interment in Pine Haven Cemetery, Burlington. Memorials in Stephen’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701