"My condolences to Michaels family. I was a fraternity brother of Michaels at NJIT. He was the Chancellor when I joined TEP. Michael was a great leader that gave me a lot of encouragement which ultimately led to me becoming Vice Chancellor 2 years later. My mother still talks about the time he came to my folks house for dinner. Always the charming guy. God bless him.Michael BoyleNJIT 79"
In loving memory of
Michael A. Rochefort
July 5, 2020
Michael A. Rochefort, 65, of Dayville, Connecticut, died July 5, 2020 in his home. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of Bernadette (Dubois) Rochefort, of Woonsocket, and the late Lawrence J. Rochefort.
Mr. Rochefort was a 1977 graduate of the New Jersey Institute of Technology (formerly Newark College of Engineering) where he served, for two terms, as Chancellor for the Tau Epsilon Phi Fraternity. He was the Director of PVC Marketing and Sales for Ronald Mark Associates, Hillside, NJ from 1985 until the present. Michael was part owner and operator of the former Tumbleweeds Restaurant in Danielson, CT. He was a former Board Member, Coach and Officer of the Killingly Little League for many years as well as coaching Killingly Junior Girls Soccer. Michael was a member of the Danielson Lodge of Elks #1706.
Besides his mother, he leaves two daughters, Jaime Lynn Findon-Henry and her husband Nolan Margo of New Boston, NH and Laura Jane Albert and her husband Brett of Bridgewater, MA; his brother, Thomas Rochefort of Woonsocket, RI; three sisters, Kathleen Courtney and her husband Scott of Cumberland, RI, Patricia Thibeault and her husband Normand of Dayville, CT, and Elizabeth Gamache and her husband Michael of Woonsocket, RI; three beautiful grandchildren, Isla Findon-Henry, Cole and Kailey Albert; many nieces and nephews whom he always loved to impart his wisdom. He was predeceased by his son, Craig Michael Rochefort.
Private funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Holt Funeral Home, 510 South Main St., Woonsocket, RI. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to COPD Foundation, 3300 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Miami, FL 33134
Tributes
"I just found out about Mike's passing in a listing for NJIT alumni newsletter. I friend from college and fraternity brother. We were close while he lived in NJ and often visited his family in Cedar Grove. Saw Star Wars in 1977 with him and our friend Marty Petrucha. Drove to Florida together and vacation in Martha's Vineyard a few times with his young family.He would show up every 5 years to our holiday party to see our college gang and it was always great reminiscing. I last spoke to him after Craig's passing. If someone from the family could reach out to me. There are a few us here in NJ that still care about him. Carlos Oliver 908-930-3536"
"Jaime, and family, I know there are no words to comfort you at this time. I dont think Ill ever understand why some of us have to suffer so much. I lost my brother 2 years ago monday. Just like Craig. I am devastated at the news of your dad. Please know I am here for you for anything you need . I love you so much - Im praying for you all to have strength through this process. "
"Patty and family . . . I am so very sorry to read of the passing of your brother Michael. I lost my brother many years ago and miss him every single day . . . his memory will live on for you through his children and grandchildren. Sending sympathy and prayers to you all."
"I remember growing up with Mike learning to play ping pong with him in our basement when he used to stay with our family. He never let up and kicked our but every time even though i was only 7 years old. I enjoyed working with Mike as i grew and will miss his unforgettable laugh.My thought and prayers are with his family"