Albert N. "Tubby" Boucher

TOWNSEND – Albert N. “Tubby” Boucher, 81, lifelong resident of Townsend, passed away on Tuesday November 7, 2023, in Leominster Hospital. He was born in Townsend on March 18, 1942, a son of the late Doria and Frances (Holland) Boucher and graduated from Spaulding High School in 1961. Tubby worked for the Townsend Highway Department beginning in 1963 for 14 years before taking a job in the maintenance department at North Middlesex Regional High School where he worked for 24 years prior to his retirement. Tubby adored his family and loved large gatherings. Always kind, he was willing to offer assistance when and where needed. That extended far beyond family. He gave to his community as well. A prodigious fundraiser at both town and state levels, he was granted membership into the Republican Senatorial Inner Circle 1979-2004. Candidates vied for his support, and he developed an unmatched grass roots base in Townsend and the surrounding communities. Passionate about keeping Townsend a tight-knit community, his participation in Townsend’s government and committees may be unparalleled. He served as a Constable from 1971 through 1973 and another stint from 1976 through 1991. After serving as a water Commissioner in 1972, Tubby was elected to the Cemetery and Parks Commission in 1975 and served in that capacity until his recent death. His 48 years of service for that department holds him amongst the longest serving elected officials in the history of the Commonwealth. He was active on several Town Committees established for the betterment of the community such as the Memorial Hall Restoration and Building Committees, the American Flag Committee, and the Townsend 275th Anniversary Committee. He spent many years on the Town Properties Committee, the Development & Industrial Commission, and the Cultural Commission. He was a member in good standing of the Townsend Republican Town Committee for over 30 years. His years of Public Service will long be remembered and respected. Tubby leaves a brother, Allan Boucher and his wife Laurel of North Reading and several nephews, nieces and great nephews and great-nieces. He is predeceased by three brothers, Doria T. Boucher, John M. Boucher and Richard A. Boucher and a sister, Doris Collins. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, November 18, from 10AM to 12PM in the T.J. Anderson & Son Funeral Home, 250 Main St., Townsend. Burial will be held privately in the Hillside Cemetery. For further information or to leave an online condolence please visit www.andersonfuneral.com In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Amanda Dwight Fund, a Town entity which distributes funds to residents of Townsend in immediate need.

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Albert N. "Tubby" Boucher

March 18, 1942 - November 7, 2023