Roger E. Labor

HAVERHILL - Roger Labor, 73, of Bedford, MA, formerly of Athol, MA passed away peacefully on August 15, 2016 after a brief illness. Roger was born on January 12th, 1943. Roger is the son of the late Barbara (Robinson) (Labor) Nelms, brother of the late Eugene S. Labor. Roger resided in a residential home operated by The Edinburg Center since 2007. He spent his week days working at Nupath, Inc. in Westford, MA. Roger was a very caring and loving gentleman. He always enjoyed purchasing gifts for his housemates and was elated to see their satisfaction upon receiving. Roger took pride in being a mentor and would always take initiative to assist his peers in a variety of activities at home and at work. He taught one of his housemates how to fish, and it was a wonderful experience for both of them. He was a witty man, always quick to respond and would make people around him laugh. Some of his favorite activities included watching old western movies, gardening, camping, and fishing. Roger loved the outdoors. In 2013, Roger spent the day on a boat going deep sea fishing, and it was the time of his life! Recently, Roger had an amazing experience camping overnight at the Boston Minute Man Camp Ground. He spent two days enjoying the wilderness and fishing on the dock. It was during these trips that Roger was the happiest. Roger will be deeply missed by his roommates and friends along with the staff who provided supports to him each day A calling hour will be held Thursday, August 18, 2016 from 10:00 am –to 11:00 am in the Fiske-Murphy & Mack Funeral Home, 110 New Athol Road, Orange, MA. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 11:00 am in the funeral home. Burial will be held at a later date. To view the online guest book or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.mackfamilyfh.com Fiske-Murphy & Mack funeral Home, 110 New Athol Rd., Orange is assisting with arrangements.