George Chiasson 1956-2007

retroken's picture

It is with profound sadness that I inform you all of the passing of George Chiasson, of Hudson MA.
George was working a show at the Opera House in Boston when he suffered a heart attack and he died en route to the hospital.
He was very well-known in the local area as a drummer, stage manager at Great Woods, and through his work with the stagehands union in Boston. He had a million friends and leaves his wife Pam and young sons Luke and Cole. Funeral arrangements are pending and I will post them when finalized.
George was one of the best and he will be missed greatly- it would be impossible to count the number of people who will be saddened by his passing.

I spoke with Pam and George's brothers and friends are with her and the kids. She mentioned wednesday Jan 2 as the date for the funeral..not sure if there will be a wake, but George deserves a celebration as large as the life he led. I will post more details and I am hoping we can all put together a benefit/memorial show later this winter. RIP George.

rodgre's picture

Re: George Chiasson 1956-2007

Wow. I'm so sorry to hear this news. My best to his family and all the friends and fellow musicians who knew George.

duncan's picture

Re: George Chiasson 1956-2007

I'm so sorry to hear this. I met George a bunch of times over the years and he was always such a great guy and a fantastic drummer. Just the other day I was on the Cold Duck page listening to songs.

my sincerest condolences to all of his family and friends.

Yetitibbs's picture

Re: George Chiasson 1956-2007

We were just talking about him last night. That is so sad. I met him a number of times and he was always one of the nicest persons.
My condolences.


JohnD's picture

Re: George Chiasson 1956-2007

Very very sad news, and very strange that we were talking about him last night. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.


It's a boy Mrs. Walker, it's a boy...

brinks3's picture

Re: George Chiasson 1956-2007

Hi Folks. I googled George to find any announcements for his services and I found this forum. I wish I could have found this under better circumstances. George was an inspiration to many in the worship team at Grace Baptist. He will be sorely missed.

The secretary at Grace sent the following announcement:
Calling hours at the Tighe Hamilton Funeral Home [http://www.tighehamilton.com] in Hudson will be Wednesday, January 2, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A memorial service will be held at Grace Baptist Church [http://www.tighehamilton.com] on Thursday, January 3, at 11:00 am. Please hold his wife and his [two] sons in your prayers.

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Re: George Chiasson 1956-2007

George was a gentle soul who was always good for a few yucks as he liked to say. I will miss him very much.