Raymond John Bessette 89, died Saturday afternoon June 18, 2016 at Glens Falls Hospital after a long illness. He was born March 19, 1927 in Montreal Canada, the son of Philias and Angelina (Bouchard) Bessette. Raymond was a graduate of Bridgewater High School, Bridgewater, MA., class of 1948. He enlisted in the United States Navy and served in WW II. Raymond was a member of the Granville, NY American Legion and the Roofers Association. He was well known in the Hartford, CT area for his roofing and also his custom designed pools. Raymond enjoyed horseshoes, playing pool, spending time with his family and enjoying a cold beer. He is survived by his children, Margaret Bessette, of NH, Lawrence Larry Bessette of MO, Clare Jameson of NY, Carol Bessette of NC, Raymond John Bessette Jr., of MA, Connie Bessette of RI, Cindy Bessette of FL, Kathy Guest of SC, Christine Bessette and Tamara Bessette both of VT. Also by his sister Rita Lacourture of MA and his 19 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, son Mark Bessette in December of 1991 and his siblings, Roger, George and Gaston Bessette, Fern Piche and Frances Cobb. A funeral services will be held on Wednesday June 22, 2016 at 11 A.M. at the Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home, located at 266 Allen Avenue, Poultney, VT 05764. The Rev. Daniel Jordon will officiate. Visiting hours will be from 10 A.M. until the time of the service at 11A.M. Burial with military honors will follow in St. Raphael Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home. Online condolences at Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home . SERVICES Visitation Wednesday, June 22, 2016 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home 266 ALLEN AVE POULTNEY, Vermont 05764 Funeral Service Wednesday, June 22, 2016 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home 266 ALLEN AVE POULTNEY, Vermont 05764