Roland D. Plante

CLARKSVILLE – Roland D. Plante, 84, of Clarksville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, May 19, 2026, at his home with his wife by his side after a five-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Roland was born on Oct. 12, 1941, in Saint-Isidore-de-Clifton, Que. The eldest of nine siblings, and the eldest of the first of three sets of twins, he left school at a very young age to help his father support his family after the loss of his mother. His selflessness and sense of deep responsibility became a defining quality throughout his life. He met his wife, Gisel at a movie theater in 1962. They married on Aug.21, 1965, in Sherbrooke. Their first son, Daniel was born in 1966. The family moved to Syracuse, N.Y., shortly after and Roland worked as a mechanic, heavy equipment operator, and truck driver. In 1969, they welcomed the birth of their daughter, Nancy. Roland was known for his hardworking nature and as one who took pride in every job he did to provide for his family. In 1984, Roland moved his family back to Clarksville to be closer to his elderly father and mother-in-law and extended family. His grown children moved to Florida, and then he and the love of his life, Gisele, became owner-operator truck drivers, hauling freight across the country in their semi-truck. Together, they became an unstoppable team. In 1995, they started transporting automobiles with Intercity Lines. He retired in 2013 and continued his love of trucking, but more local to home. He enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, working in his shop, caring for his land, and spending time with his wife, friends, and family. Roland touched the lives of so many with his kindness, patience, and generosity. He was deeply loved by everyone he met, and was known for always putting the needs of others before his own. He loved telling jokes and making everyone around him laugh. His sense of humor, warm smile, and handsome charm left a lasting impression on anyone and everyone. Roland was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather, whose presence meant everything to his family. He will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who loved him. He is survived by his devoted wife of 61 years, Gisele Plante; his son, Daniel Plante (Lori-Ann), of Viera, Fla.; and his daughter, Nancy Plante, of North Conway; five grandchildren: Lindsey Plante, Logan Plante, Lacey Plante, Grace Arriaga and Wyatt Arriaga; his twin sister, Rolande Fontaine (Normand), of Hobe Sound, Fla.; and his sibling twin Fernande Briere (Normand), of Fleurimont, Que.; siblings Michel Plante, of Martinville, Que., Suzanne Plante (Paul Denis), of Sainte-Marcelline-de-Kildare, Que.; sibling twins Rejean Plante (Sylvie), of Johnville, Que., and Rejeane Chaloux (Jean-Guy) of Island Brook, Que.; step-brother Gaston Rodrigue, of West Stewartstown; and step-sister Suzanne Cook of West Stewartstown; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Roland was preceded in death by his parents, Henri and Yvonne Plante; his brother Fernand Plante; his sister Colette Plante; his step-sister, Pauline Rodrigue; and step-brother, Yvon Pouliot. There are no public calling hours. A celebration of life will be held at a later date, of which notice will be given. Expressions of sympathy in memory of Mr. Plante may be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation New England Chapter, 5757 Waterford District Dr., Suite 310, Miami, FL 33126. Condolences may be offered to the family on-line by going to www.jenkinsnewman.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home in Colebrook.

Roland D. Plante

October 12, 1941 - May 19, 2026