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Laverriere, 78
ARUNDEL -- Joseph Maurice Laverriere, 78, of Arundel, died on Monday, May 2, 2011, at his home.
He was born on Nov. 6, 1932, in Biddeford, the son of Joseph A. and Alice (Hurt) Laverriere, and was educated in Biddeford schools, receiving his GED from the Biddeford Adult Education Program.
On April 16, 1955, he married Mary Alice Terry in Meridan, Miss.
Mr. Laverriere served with the U.S. Air Force for 20 years during the Korean and Vietnam Wars earning two bronze stars. Several years following his honorable discharge, he worked as a metal forger with the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for almost 20 years, retiring in 1993.
He was a life member of the DAV, the VFW, and the American Legion.
Mr. Laverriere enjoyed working with his hands, especially on projects around the house and was everyone's handyman. He loved time spent with family, especially his grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, Lucille Leach and Mary Boivin. Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Mary A. Laverriere of Arundel; one son, Chris Laverriere and his wife Michele of Arundel, one daughter, Stephanie Stanley of Texas; three grandchildren, Michael and Daniel Laverrier and Ryan Stanley; one sister, Dorothy Petrin of Arundel; and many nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 5, 2011, at Hope Memorial Chapel, 480 Elm St., Biddeford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Friday at St. Joseph's Church in Biddeford, followed by Military Honors. Burial will be private at Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery, Springvale. To share condolences online, please visit www.HopeMemorial.com.
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Tommy Monaghan
May 4, 2011
To Joes Family, I had the pleasure of working with Joe at the Shipyard, He was a class mate(1978)of mine during the Apprentice ship and we both worked in the Structural shop. He was a great person and a respected trades man. I know he will be missed by his family and his country for his service.. God Bless you and may you find peace in knowing that he is looking down on you all with his smile..
Cindy Yarnell
May 4, 2011
Aunt Mary,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of our beloved Uncle Joe. He has been a big part of our family for a very long time and he will be forever missed. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and I'm sending you a big hug from Nevada.
We love you very much,
Cindy and John Yarnell
Pamela Daniels
May 4, 2011
Aunt Mary and family,
We are saddened with the loss of Uncle Joe. He was a wonderful man, husband and father. We have always been very proud of his service to our country. Our prayers and thoughts are with each of you during this time.
Love you all,
Pamela Rainwater Daniels
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