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John LaBaire Obituary
He leaves his father, Arthur H. LaBaire of Cherry Valley; two sisters, Susan Dutra of Westport and Rosemary Cavanagh and her husband Bill of Cherry Valley and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a brother, Arthur LaBaire, Jr. and Buddy, his black lab and best friend.
John was born in Worcester, son of the late Julia (Budra) LaBaire. He lived his entire life in Leicester. He graduated from Saint Peter's High School in Worcester. He was an auto mechanic and owned and operated John LaBaire Auto Repair in Leicester Center for many years.
John's greatest pride was his twenty-five years as a Leicester Fire Fighter. He served as a Lieutenant for ten years, as a member of Company 2 in Cherry Valley for the full twenty-five years, and was a founding member of the Leicester Brotherhood of Fire Fighters. He was a devoted son, brother, uncle, grand-uncle, "Boss", neighbor and friend to many generations of residents of Leicester. He will be sorely missed.
The funeral will be held Friday, Aug. 8 from MORIN-MORRISON FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main Street, Leicester with a Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Joseph's Church, 759 Main Street, Leicester. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Leicester. Calling hours are Thursday from 4:00-7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Nazareth Home for Boys, 77 Mullberry St., Leicester, MA 01524 or St. Louis School Endowment Fund, 15 Lake Street, Webster, MA 01570.
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Memories and Condolences
for John LaBaire
Alan and Joyce Wennerlof
August 26, 2008
Dear Art, Rosemary, Susan and family. I was so sad to hear the news of John's death. John was not only my friend but also my "boss" at LaBaire Auto Repair in the center of town. I last saw John when I traveled home for a visit 2-1/2 yrs ago. It was like old times just chatting and catching up. Seemed like I had never left as we shared what was happening. John will be missed by so many. He was so involved in the Leicester Fire of Cherry Valley. When his beeper went off at work he was out the door in a flash. Nothing at work was more important than his commitment to the service of his Brotherhood of Firefighters and the town he served so well.
REST IN PEACE, "BOSS"
Bob Aroian
August 21, 2008
To the Labaire Family,
Deepest condolences on the loss of John. As young children, my brothers and I spent time at your home with that wonderful porch and I remember my mom babysitting for you. After many years, I remade contact with John through the garage and found him to be a fine man. Peace to your hearts.
Diane O'Brien
August 11, 2008
To the LaBaire Family, I just heard of John's passing and am deeply saddened. We lived across the street from John for many, many years. We have lived in FL for the past 3 years, but John and I emailed jokes back and forth all the time. I will remember him always.
Mark H. Stevens
August 7, 2008
To John's family I am so sorry to have seen him pass. I have many good memories of him, the large group of friends he has, and the large gatherings we enjoyed at his house. He was a great and popular guy and will be deeply missed. He's free of the pain and Illness that plagued him. My prayers are with you. be assured that he's doing ok
ed & joan faucher
August 7, 2008
joan & i will allways consider you as one of our closest friends and will miss you forever. we know the last few years haven,t been the best,but also that you are in a better place.thank you for being a part of our lives.
Jennifer Wood
August 7, 2008
To the LaBaire Family,
I was very saddened to hear of John's passing. I knew him for many years through LaBaire Auto and he was always a wonderful, funny and caring man. My thoughts and prayers are with him and all of you.
Stephen Schwartz
August 7, 2008
LaBaire family,
I have been out of town for years but have many fond memories of John during my time there. He was a wonderful friend and I am very saddened to hear of his passing. He is in my thoughts and prayers.
Stephen
Pete & Judy Durant
August 7, 2008
Dear Arthur, Rosemary, Bill & Susan,
We had all grown fond of John during his visits here to Smuggler's Landing in FL. This is sad news...our hearts are with you.
Sheila Riendeau
August 7, 2008
Dear Arthur,Rosemary,Susan and families: Roger and I want to extend our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved John. He was a very loving,caring and giving person and now he will be your guardian angel watching over all of you. May peace be with you all. Love Sheila and Roger
Friends in Leicester
August 7, 2008
To the entire LaBaire family,
We were sad to hear the news about John,and we've got you all in our prayers and thoughts.
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