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Arthur LaBonte Obituary
Art was born in Springfield and graduated from Western New England College in 1964. He was employed at Pratt and Whitney as a mechanical engineer from 1964 to 1998. His avocations were many: a master craftsman, builder and wood carver who loved fishing, boating and golf. As an avid sportsman, he enjoyed all sports, including football, soccer, baseball and hockey. He also collected antique cars and participated in the Great American Race for two years.
A memorial service will be held in the John-Lawrence Funeral Home, 3778 Falmouth Road (Route 28), in Marstons Mills, on Saturday Oct. 11, 2008, at 1 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to VNA Hospice of Cape Cod, 434 Route 134, Suite G-1, S. Dennis, MA 02660 or to any Colon Cancer Research Charity.
"Imagine the best of everything; It's better than that." — Arthur V. Labonte
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Janet Glitzenstein
October 2, 2019
Who else would dash to the rescue of the crazy lady down the street who found a dead mouse in her coffee pot? How fortunate was I to have this dear man, Art LaBonte, for a neighbor and friend. So loved. So missed. May happy memories sustain you, Trudy, as we recall the Glastonbury days. Love, Jan
Marge Scutnik
October 9, 2008
DearTrudy,Chip,and Nicole,
You and your family have not been forgotten the past several years even though out of touch.
I'm so sorry to hear of Art's passing-so many more useful years ahead of him,but God must have had a different plan.
Hopefully time and good memories will ease your pain as your lives go on.
Deepest sympathy to all.
Barbara Heinz
October 8, 2008
Dear Trudy and family,
Your love for Art will sustain you as you grieve his passing at such an early age. Like Dick and Walt, he was a man of many talents and gifts, but the one we will remember most is the love he had for his family.
Sincerely,
Audrey and Bob Davis
October 8, 2008
Trudy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We have known you and Art for many years in Glastonbury and in The Villages. He will be truly missed.
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Joanne and Alan Lachowitz
October 8, 2008
Dear Trudy,
There are no good words to express our deep sorrow in learning of the passing of a friend. While we have not seen each other for awhile you and Art were on our minds frequently and we will always treasure our friendship.
Love and peace,
Joanne and Alan Lachowitz
Jan Glitzenstein
October 8, 2008
Dear Trudy, Chip, and Nicole,
It is hard to be physically so far away from you at this time. The Glitzenstein clan has been tied to the LaBonte clan in many ways from the time we lived mere steps away on Woodhaven Road. Trudy, you and Art were there for me when I needed you. I promise to be there for you too. As Walt lives in your memory, so will Art live in mine: this sweet man who had a sentimental streak a mile long, this strong man who would help load a truck of furniture for a ham sandwich and a beer, this kind man who would come at the drop of a hat to help out in any way--even at 6:30 a.m. to dump a dead mouse from a coffee pot. My love and heart are with you all.
J S
October 8, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
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