Claude Joseph Troville
August 2, 1951 ~ March 21, 2024
Resided in:
Sanford, Maine
Claude J. Troville, Jr., 72, of Sanford, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, March 21, 2024.
Claude was born on August 2, 1951, in Burlington, Vermont, to Claude and Kathleen (Brown) Troville. He spent his formative years in Vermont and Chelsea, Massachusetts, graduating from Chelsea High School. After high school, he served with pride in the United States Marine Corps. Throughout his diverse career, Claude worked as a chef on oil rigs in the southern regions of the country; in various restaurants across the Boston area, as a self-employed carpenter, and as a CDL truck driver.
A man of many talents, Claude was also a gifted musician who found joy in singing, playing guitar, and composing his own music. He excelled in dart championships, cherished camping trips, and enjoyed the tranquility of golfing. Claude was a member of the First Baptist Church in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Known for his outgoing nature and sense of humor, he cultivated countless friendships throughout his life. He had a profound love for animals, with a special fondness for his loyal dog, Bandit.
Claude will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. In memory of Claude's vibrant spirit, may his legacy of love and laughter continue to inspire all who knew him.
Claude was predeceased by his son, Christopher Troville, his parents Claude Troville, Sr. and Kathleen Brown and by his brother, Patrick Troville.
His memory will be cherished by his loving wife, Lorraine Murphy-Troville; daughters Stephanie Dubov of Everett, MA, and Dannielle Troville of Medford, MA; stepson Scott Murphy of Sandown, NH; 16 grandchildren, Alannah, Emilee, Raychel, Stephanie, Lydia, Nila, Dannielle, Nicole, Matteo, Kailani, Christopher, Jr., Mattea, Stevie-Lyn, Mikayla, Scottie and Hayden; three siblings: Raymond Troville and his wife Janet, Thomas Troville and his wife Jean, Sister Kathleen Puzzuto; and former spouse, Patricia Malcolm; as well as numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, brothers-in-laws, and sisters-in-laws.
A celebration of Claude's life will take place at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 27th at First Baptist Church in Chelsea, located at 185 Shurtleff Street, Chelsea, Massachusetts, followed by a light luncheon in the church fellowship hall. A private interment will be held at a later date at the Southern Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Springvale, Maine
Arrangements are under the compassionate care of Carll-Heald & Black Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Sanford-Springvale.
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To all that knew my dad, I am sorry that you’ll never have another chance to be in his presence. What an amazing man he was. So gentle, kind and fun. May he forever live on through the memories we share and stories we tell.
Dannielle
He was my father. I called him Dad, Daddy and Daddy’O. Mostly daddy, even at my age!!!
Daddy’o,
I will forever treasure every moment spent, conversation had and lesson learned with you. You were the epitome of a Leo with that huge heart of yours. Always so gentle and kind, slow to react or get angry. You are truly irreplaceable. I miss your voice and your chuckle.
I will spend the rest of my days looking for you in a beautiful sky.
I miss you beyond measure. I’ll always be your “lil squirmy wormy”.
Dannielle
He looked rough and tough but he was a big softie. My dad was so kind and caring. He was protective. He was straight forward, I think I get that from him. He was fun to be around.
I miss you so much daddy. I wish I could talk to you. I wish I could have one of your loving hugs.
I know you are in Heaven with Brian..Catching him up to date on us all..You will be missed..you were a gentle Soul..Who loved My Sister Lorraine and her Son Scott..you LOVED life…Your Kids and Grands and Family….Motorcycles… Guitars..Cooking..Camping…
Writing Music ..Golf .Singing… Darts..AND YOUR COUNTRY..
WE WILL MISS YOU…love ya Dorothea and Bud..
He was my Brother-in-law.
He loved cold spaghetti and baked bean sandwhiches as a kid.
I’ll never forget how you cared for us when we were little. Running and playing in Burlington, VT. ❤️
He was a great brother. He took care of us when adults didn’t.
When he came home after doing Marine Boot camp. It was early morning when the TV went off the air. They played the star spangle banner. He had been washing the floor for Nana and I came around the corner to see him standing alone at attention saluting the TV as the flag waved. It touched me in such a way. I never forgot that Image.
The memories i have of our childhood and how he watched over us.
I wish I spent more time with you. You were an awesome big brother.
All the time when we were kids.
I shared a picture of me with my two brothers Claude and Pat when we were children. I love you Claude. Your sister Kathy and husband Bob
Just being in it.
Lorraine, Bob and I are so sorry for your loss. Though I didn’t see Claude much, I will see him in heaven some day.
Tommy and Raymond even though we don’t see each other often, the five Toville kids have a bond that will live on forever ❤️.
Dad,
A memory that I will never forget is the Atari baseball championship games. We used to stay up for hours playing. Pops and uncle Tommy used to get in on the action. We also used to play golf on Atari as well. These championship games would go on for days. I also enjoyed us jamming together on guitars. I will never forget you
His breakfast was the best ever. He was so meticulous making it that it literally took him all day. When it was done though, it was delicious and the wait was worth while.