Eric “Rick” Fournier
RALEIGH, N.C. – Eric “Rick” Fournier, 76, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, in Raleigh, N.C. surrounded by his family.
He was a man whose warmth, humor, and generous spirit touched the lives of all who knew him. Rick grew up in North Vassalboro, and was a 1966 graduate of Winslow High School in Winslow, and a 1970 graduate of the Maine Maritime Academy with a degree in marine engineering and a commission as an ensign in the U.S. Navy Reserves.
Rick is survived by his wife, Lisa Fournier; his sons Chris Fournier and wife Fernanda, and Jason George and wife Erin; his siblings Wayne Fournier and wife Nancy, William Fournier and wife Katherine, and Cynthia Smith and her husband Robert; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Eric was preceded in death by his parents Carleton “Ike” and Renee (Markham) Fournier; and his sister, Patricia Soucie.
Rick’s warmth and humor will be profoundly missed by his family and many dear friends.
A Celebration of Rick’s life will be held on June 28 at the Smith Farm in Winslow.
Please visit http://www.brightfunerals.com to share words of comfort to the family.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at LLS.org in his honor.
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