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William LaRoe Obituary

William P. LaRoe RotterdamWilliam P. LaRoe, 83, passed away Sunday, May 19, 2013 with his loving family by his side. Born in Schenectady on December 29, 1929, he was the son of Richard and Mary Casey LaRoe. Bill graduated from Siena College and then received his master's of education degree from SUNY Albany. He then served our country in the United States Army during the Korean War. For 35 years Bill was an elementary school teacher at Bradt School, in Rotterdam. He was also a member of the Rotterdam Elks Lodge #2157. Bill was an avid reader and enjoyed spending time in his flower and vegetable garden. Most of all Bill loved spending time with his family and friends at his cottage on Lake Champlain, which he considered God's Country. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lottie Cislo LaRoe; his three children, Holly (Steve) Longo, Michelle (Bill) Reese and Bill (Gina) LaRoe; his 10 grandchildren, Nicole (Jeff), Brian, Kyle, Cameron, Kayla, Megan, Kirsten, Liam, Aidan and Casey; and his two great-grandchildren, Kendra and Keyara. Bill is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Along with his parents he was predeceased by his daughter, Cindy Pelletier; his sister, Elizabeth Miller; and his brother, Richard LaRoe. A Mass of Christian Burial, to which relatives and friends are invited, will be held 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church where Bill was a communicant. It is requested there be no calling hours. Burial, with military honors, will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Rotterdam. Memorial contributions may be made in Bill's memory to City Mission of Schenectady, 425 Hamilton St., Schenectady, NY 12305; St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or the Animal Protective Foundation, 53 Maple Ave., Scotia, NY 12302. Online condolences may be made at www.demarcostonefuneralhome.com.


Published by The Daily Gazette Co. from May 21 to May 22, 2013.
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I had the pleasure of being a 4th grade student of Mr. Laroe over 25 years ago. He was a wonderful teacher and one of my favorites. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Joanna Johnson

May 23, 2013

As a summer resident of Buena Vista like Bill and his wife, I used to see him walking with his sweet pup. I knew he felt the loss of the dog. He always had a soft smile on his face and something nice to say. I will miss seeing him walk by this summer.
jean mosher

May 22, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy to all of the LaRoe family. He was one great person. Remember all the fun times you all had together. Time will heal your heart ache but always remember the great things that he did for all of you. I will be here for Lottie to help what ever she wants from me. My heart is broken too as I know what you all are going through. I will keep you all in my thoughts & prayers. God Bless.

Marian Peek

May 21, 2013

I am very sorry for your loss, but know that the best traits of your dad carry on in your love for your families. Your dad had many accomplishments in his life, and touched many lives. These memories will live on....
Karen Schmieder

May 21, 2013

A lovely tribute to a life well lived. He has a beautiful, playful smile -- I see a lot of him in your kids, Holly.
I hope the many memories of happy times together give your hearts a soft place to land.

Eileen Daugherty

May 21, 2013

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