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Albert LaChance Obituary
He leaves his wife and best friend of 34 years, Elisa M. (Chiarelli) LaChance; two daughters, Amy E. Tessier, wife of Stephen of Simpsonville, S.C. and Melissa A. Bircks, wife of Cliff of Haddonfield, N.J.; two brothers, Paul E. LaChance husband of Mary of Dudley and Norman L. LaChance of Coconut Creek, FL.; a sister, Anne Devine, wife of Jerry of North Kingston, R.I.; also survived by two adored granddaughters, Mackenzie Grace Bircks and Paige Elizabeth Tessier.
Al was born and raised in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, son of the late Edmond J. and Elizabeth (Bonin) LaChance and had lived in Shrewsbury for the past 30 years. He graduated from LaSallette Seminary in Enfield, N.H. and later received a degree in Business from Clark University in Worcester.
He served his country proudly as a Staff Sergeant with the United States Army. Having seen action in Vietnam, Al was awarded several citations and the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry.
Mr. LaChance had been employed as a program manager for Digital for over 25 years. He also worked as a Manager for other companies including, Compaq and Agfa for several years.
He was a faithful communicant of Saint Mary's Parish in Shrewsbury. Al's other memberships include being a proud member of the American Legion and a former 32 Degree Mason.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Al's family on Wednesday, August 20th from 4-8 PM in the Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury. A funeral Mass with military honors for Al will be celebrated on Thursday, August 21st at 10 A.M. in Saint Mary's Church, 640 Main Street Shrewsbury. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution in his memory can be made to The Daughter's of the Holy Spirit, 72 Church, Street, Putnam, CT 06260 or to Disabled American Veteran's Memorial Program, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-0301. For directions and Al's personal online memorial guestbook, please visit
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
The Faure Family
August 22, 2008
Dear Elisa, Amy, Melissa and family,
It is with heartfelt sorrow that we extend our condolences upon the shocking loss of your beloved Al. Such a dedicated and loving man with strong convictions and principles, “Uncle” Al never hesitated to help ---lending his time, talent and expertise in any way he could. Al, always a patient listener and deeply valued friend will be sorely missed by all who were fortunate to have known and loved him. How he adored children, the twinkle in his eye, and the laugh! Al, a man with a heart of gold and a laugh of pure joy will always be in our hearts. God be with all of you as you grieve and thank God for sharing Al with all of us.
Claude, Sylvia, Joel, and Julia
Tom Barents
August 20, 2008
Having known "Big" Al for 38 years and serving in the US Army together and remaining friends all these years I was shocked to hear of this great loss. My heart and sympathy go out to Elisa, Amy and Mellissa. May God Bless.
Don & Anna Irons
August 20, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of this. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Keith (Kudge) Barnes
August 19, 2008
Al was a close neighbor for many years when we were young. He lived next to my Grandmother and Grandfather, Kate and Walt Mickle on Vivian Ave. in Pittsfield. He was a good friend and neighbor, but we lost communication when he and his family moved away. Condolences to Al's family. He will be missed. May God Bless.
Ayodhya Upadhyay
August 19, 2008
He was very energetic, full of laughter, freindly, and hard working person. I worked with him and used to go to a meeting that he used to host every Wednesday.
My prayers are with the family. May God give the family courage to bear this sorrow.
Jonathan Raphaelson
August 19, 2008
Al was a treasured friend and colleague. Our whole family will miss him very much - Jon, Tracy, Rebecca and Jake Raphaelson
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