Tucson, AZ and Madawaska---Elmer Joseph Bouchard, passed away in his sleep on September 12, 2012 at the age of 90. Son of the late Eugene and Emelia Bouchard, he was born on June 1, 1922 at his home in Madawaska. Like so many men of his generation, Elmer defended our country and way of life in World War II. Upon his return, he married his wife Dolores Bouchard, who is currently living in Tucson, AZ. Together they raised a large "Valley Family" of two daughters and four sons; Nora Jean Devoe of Madawaska, Eric Bouchard and wife Judy of Madawaska, Jacqueline Wampach and husband Dan of Tucson, AZ, Daniele Bouchard of Boise, ID, Andrew Bouchard of Phippsburg, ME, and Rod Bouchard of Tucson, AZ; one brother, Joey Bouchard and wife Barbara of Pine Point, ME. Elmer was predeceased by his sister, Rita (Bouchard) Gardner, her husband Arnold Gardner, and a granddaughter, Heather Dawn Bouchard. In addition to his naval service in WWII, Elmer gave to the Madawaska community as a past president of the Lions Club and as a member of the Knights of Columbus. Mr. Bouchard worked hard both at home and at jobs to provide his family, running a gas station for several years before joining Fraser Papers, where he worked for 18 years until his retirement. Together with his wife Dolores, Elmer was the past owner and proprietor of Bouchard's Clothing Store. Elmer lived a long and good life, surviving to see his family prosper and propagate, and he passed away peacefully and with the content of a life well spent. He enjoyed every moment with his nieces and nephews as well as his seven grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. Elmer was an extremely kind and loving man, and the hearts of his family reflect this love and kindness today. Elmer was the family patriarch, and he will be missed deeply. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10am on Friday, September 28 at the St. David Church. At the family's request, there will be no visiting hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to Lajoie Funeral Home & Cremation Services, LLC.