Florence Fournier

Florence Edith (Phelps) Fournier, 78, of Attleboro, MA, passed away on November 5, 2026 after a long and courageous journey with dementia. She was the beloved wife of the late Deacon Paul M. Fournier, with whom she shared 56 years of marriage.

Born in Gardner, MA on December 1, 1947, she was the daughter of Ellen E. (Phelps) Yell and Earl M. Phelps, and in her adult years was blessed by the presence of her stepfather, Henry Yell. She was a graduate of Gardner High School and attended Community College of Rhode Island.

Florence worked for over 20 years as a parish secretary for the Diocese of Fall River, serving at Holy Ghost Parish in Attleboro and Sts. Peter and Paul Parish in Fall River. She was known for her kindness, gentle humor, and the compassion she extended to parishioners and clergy.

She is survived by her children Paul Fournier and his wife Kristine of Attleboro; Mary Fournier of Attleboro; Danielle Crain and her husband Richard of Attleboro; and Peter Fournier and his partner Joseph Proccacini of Angier, NC. She leaves her grandchildren Katelyn, Kristina, Richard, Caleb, William, Eleanor and Logan.

Florence is also survived by her sister, Diane Fox, and Diane’s partner Dennis; her brother, Anthony Phelps, and his wife Thera; and her sister‑in‑law, Sr. Lucille Fournier, S.S.S., along with many nieces and nephews. She also leaves her dear friend Jacqueline DaSilva, as well as Delores Duquette, who brought her Holy Communion each week, and the rest of the “Six Pack,” who brought joy and friendship throughout her life.

Florence was lovingly cared for at home by her daughter Mary, with the support of her grandson Richard “CJ” Crain and family friend Christina MacDonald, along with the wonderful caregivers at Elmwood Home Health and HopeHealth Hospice Care.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated and is open to all who wish to attend on Thursday, November 12 at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Parish, 133 North Main Street in Attleboro. Burial will follow in St Stephen’s Cemetery, South Main Street, Attleboro.

Calling hours respectfully omitted.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Florence's memory may be made to the Attleboro Norton YMCA Senior Meal Program, 63 North Main Street, Attleboro, MA 02703.