SOMERSET, MA — Roger A. Laflamme, 92, of Somerset, Massachusetts, and a former 27-year resident of King’s Gate in Port Charlotte, Florida, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 28, 2026, in Somerset, surrounded by his loving family.
Beloved husband of Marilyn M. (Fox) Laflamme for 73 wonderful years, Roger was a cherished local figure best known as the devoted founder of Roger’s Spa, established in 1959, and Roger’s Family Restaurant in Somerset, which he and Marilyn operated together for 40 successful years.
An accomplished athlete in his youth, Roger lived life with vibrant enthusiasm. He grew up playing baseball and remained passionate about skiing, boating, and golfing with Marilyn throughout his life. Together, they shared a love of adventure, traveling extensively and embracing life’s greatest joys side by side.
In addition to his beloved wife, Marilyn, Roger is survived by his three children: Linda Brisbon and her husband Eric, Janet DeSilva and her husband Michael, and Paul Laflamme and his wife Michelle. He also leaves behind six grandchildren—Rick Brisbon, Scott Brisbon and his wife Kristin, Katelyn DeSilva, Annalise DeSilva, Lauren Lopes and her husband Greg, and Matthew Laflamme and his wife Elena; three great-grandchildren—Oliver Lopes, Norah Lopes, and Alexander Brisbon; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
He was the son of the late Albert and Celina (Paquette) Laflamme, and was the last surviving of their eight children, having been predeceased by Celestine Dube, Caroline Charest, Marguerite Trenholme, Jeannette Charest, Gertrude Charest, Raymond Laflamme, and Lucien Laflamme.
Roger’s legacy of hard work, passion for life, and steadfast dedication to his family and community will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Funeral services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online condolences and memories may be shared through the Auclair Funeral Home memorial page.
