LEWISTON — A Mass of Christian Burial honoring the life of Lucien D. Girouard was celebrated by the Rev. Aaron Dambois on Friday afternoon at Holy Cross Church of the Prince of Peace Parish, following prayers at the home.

At the beginning of Mass, family members Michael, Eric and Kristen Cyr, as well as Roland Girouard Jr., spread the white burial pall over Lucien’s casket, signifying Lucien’s new spiritual life with God. Lucien’s great-grandson, Josh Champagne, placed the family crucifix on top of the pall. The New Testament was proclaimed by Lucien’s grandson’s wife, Carla Girouard. The offertory gifts were brought to the altar by Lucien’s daughter, Claire Cyr, and by Lucien’s son, Roland Girouard. Following Communion, Lucien’s great-granddaughter and pianist, Culiandra Nero, played “Amazing Grace.” Words of Remembrance written by John Girouard were recited by Lucien’s granddaughter, Jennifer Girouard.

Following Mass, the funeral procession passed the Girouard family residence in Lucien’s honor. Upon arriving at St. Peter’s Cemetery, the Rev. Dambois recited committal prayers. Relatives attending from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Perreault of New York City, N.Y., Leo Girouard of Cambridge, Vt., and Steven Findley of Clinton, Conn.

At the conclusion of services, all were in invited to a reception of fellowship at Marco’s Restaurant in Lewiston. Arrangements by Pinette & Lynch Funeral Home, Lewiston.