Paul "Pudgy" Loiseau

Paul “Pudgy” Loiseau, 81, a lifelong, Shrewsbury resident and former local business owner, passed away at home, Friday, January 17, 2025, with the family he loved gathered at his bedside.

Pudgy was born in Worcester, the son of George Loiseau, Sr. and Doris M. (Davis) Loiseau. Raised is Shrewsbury, he graduated from Shrewsbury High School. Pudgy then worked construction as an Heavy equipment operator for several local companies including Worcester Sand & Gravel, notably earning the Carnegie Medal for heroism saving several lives while building the Holy Cross Bridge. Pudgy then opened a night club “Pudgy’ s”, and Pudgy’ s Used cars before retiring. In retirement, Pudgy then formed with his son, Shawn, Undisputed Nutrition for the past 10 years. 

 He is survived by “the love of his life” and wife of 35 years, Denise (Brink) Loiseau; two children his was so proud of, Shawn Loiseau and his wife Sanlay of Shrewsbury, Cheyanne Loiseau and her husband, Cody Madore of Charlton; a brother, George “GiGi” Loiseau, Jr of Worcester; sister in law, Patricia Loiseau; five grandchildren he adored, Jaxon, Isabella, Izaiah, Ryder and Maverick; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A brother, John A. “Jack” Loiseau and two sisters, Donna Mancini and Doreen Borci also predeceased him. 

Pudgy was a dedicated husband, father and friend, Hard on the outside but soft and kind on the inside. Whenever he entered a room, you would leave with a laugh, story of new friend. In his life, family was everything, He was a hands-on Dad who was there for everything sport or activity, his children were involved in and so proud when his son Shawn became a player in the NFL. He was a devoted member of the business community always willing to give advice or lend a hand. His memory will live on to all those he leaves behind.

 Friends and relatives may celebrate his life with his family from 11 am to 1 pm Saturday, January 25th followed by a prayer service in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St Worcester.