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Michael LaFleche Obituary

Michael S. LaFleche, 42, of Pole Bridge Road died at home, Thursday (Oct. 2) surrounded by his loving family.

He leaves his longtime companion, Roxanne Gouvin with whom he lived; his parents, Paul L. Lafleche of Palm City, FL, his mother, Maureen (Foley) Mooney of Southbridge; a brother, Richard "Rick" Lafleche of N. Woodstock, and 2 sisters, Kelly Cristo of Charlton, and Monique Paquin of Southbridge. He also leaves his paternal grandmother, Rita LaFleche of Southbridge; an uncle, Donald LaFleche and 7 nieces and nephews.

He was born in Southbridge, March 29, 1966, and lived here for many years before moving to N. Woodstock in 1996. Michael graduated in 1984 from Bay Path Regional High School. He co-owned and operated with his brother Rick "Site Development" in N. Woodstock. He most enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, hunting and fishing, his Harley-Davidson, and his special "Lily".

His funeral Mass will be held at 10AM on Friday (Oct. 10th) at St. Joseph's Church, 10 H. Putnam Road, Charlton, MA. Calling hours will be Thursday from 6-8PM at Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy St., Southbridge. Burial will be private.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Oct. 6, 2008.

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Lacey Cristo

November 2, 2008

Uncle Mike, I'm going to miss you soo much. It was the hardest thing I've ever had to do to say goodbye. But I know your in a much better place now and you dont have to struggle anymore, you put up a good fight. I love you & I can't wait to see you again

MAUREEN Mooney

November 2, 2008

My Michael: You meant the world to me. It seems to come to mind now more than ever that you were the icon of the family...You were always there to lend a hand, or a shoulder to cry on, to give out good advice. People admired you also for your love of life, the stamina to always finish what you started., or just being a good friend, a great brother , and a wonderful son!I was there when you took your first breath and there when you took your last, and glad I was..I watched you fight a courageous battle right to the end, just like whatever you did in life. We dont know why some things happen but, we do know the beautiful memories of you will be in our hearts and our love for you and the pain of losing you will outlast the grief. You have gone on to a greater place where there is no pain.. I LOVE YOU MY MICHAEL LOVE MOM...

Lynn Zmayefski

October 12, 2008

Monique , my heart goes out to you .We had great times in school ..Mike ,Eva,Mike A, Harry ,..Pearl..toomany to list ,..Just to let you know Our thoughts are with you

Deb Morrissey-Ciapocha

October 12, 2008

Maureen, My heart and prayers go out to you and your family at this trying time. May your memories and your faith keep you strong as they have done in the past. I miss you and think of you often. Be strong my friend.

Angie Mungham-Milestone

October 12, 2008

For Roxanne and Micheals Family,
It's been years since I last saw Micheal, but I would like to offer my sincere condolences to you all from myself and on behalf of the Class of 84' from Bay Path. We had alot of good laughs and times together. The world has lost a very special person.

Debbie Gouvin

October 10, 2008

Mike. We hold you close within our heart.And there you shall remain. To walk with us throughout our lives. Until we meet again. So rest in peace dear loved one.And thanks for all you"ve done. We know that god has given you the crown you"ve truly won. Love Dave and Debbie

Janie Harford

October 9, 2008

Roxanne My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.Love Auntie Janie

Robin Hicks

October 9, 2008

To Maureen and family, may you find peace and comfort knowing that you raised a wonderful son whom was and still is loved by all... And may those memories live on within you all... Your in my thoughts and prayers.. Robin and Sons

Brian Cristo

October 8, 2008

dear. uncle mike i love you and you were the best . we did a lot of things together I am happy that your my uncle.I thought you were a big guy with a small kid in side of you . you were the best and i will miss a lot. love little B

October 8, 2008

To Maureen, Rick, Kelly, and Monique, although there are no words that can ease your pain at this difficult time, know that you are all in our hearts and in our prayers. Even though some of us had lost touch over the years in our hearts you have been and always will be like family, we will miss Michael dearly.

Love,
The Piccione Family

Dee Dee Chausse (porrazzo)

October 8, 2008

Mike you will be so missed by all of us! My thoughts and prayers are with you Roxanne and all of Mike's family. I'm glad I knew you Michael, and I will never forget you.

Joe & Jody Leazott

October 8, 2008

Michael,
You are a very special person that touched so many of our lives in so many ways. There is a special place in heaven for you. Please know you will be sadly missed and never forgotten.

Doug Southall

October 8, 2008

Rest in peace, Mike.

Neil Richardson

October 8, 2008

Paul, Rick and Family,
I want to offer my deepest condolences. It is always a sad day to see our loved ones leave us when there was so much life yet to live. Mike you left this world way too soon and will be missed greatly. May you rest in peace.

susan costa

October 7, 2008

I was so sorry to hear about Michael. I know how strong he was and now is on his much needed VACATION. I have a lot of wonderful memories of Michael, and I send my love and sympathy to all of his family.

susan costa

October 7, 2008

I was so sad to hear about Michael. I know that he was a fighter and now is on his much needed VACATION. I have a lot of wonderful memories of Michael and I send my love and sympathy to his family

Angela Remillard

October 7, 2008

To Mike, We will all miss you so much! You were a great friend to my Dad for many years and like an uncle to us. Thank you for everything!! And to Roxanne, I know you will get through this, you have many people surrounding you to help you! I'm sorry for your loss!

Edward Chausse

October 7, 2008

To Roxane, Rick, Kelly, and all of Mikes family. I am deeply sadened by Mikes passing and will never forget him as a great friend. I regret I did'nt have a chance to see him more due to my move to Fla. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. I will miss you my friend!

Rebecka and Dakota Gouvin

October 7, 2008

In loving memory of Michael LaFleche. Thank you for being a part of our family. We will love and miss you always.
Roxanne,I am so sorry for your loss. Just remember when you feel that little touch and you think no one is there. It is your new Guardian Angel. Because he will always be there.

Uncle Mike. I just want to thank you for takeing the time to ride motorcycles with me. I Love you.

Rebecka, Dakota Gouvin

October 7, 2008

Mike you will never not be missed or thought about every day. Thank you for being in my life. It mean so much. My sympathy to Roxanne and the Lafleche family.
Uncle Mike, Thank you for going rideing with me on the motorcycle and quads. I miss you allready and love you with all my heart.

Debbie Gouvin

October 7, 2008

Mike,Just wanted to let you know that I love you and deeply miss you so much.I wanted to thank you so much for all the fun times and laughs we shared. But most of all for taking care and loving Roxanne,who loves you more than anyone knows.So Mike until we meet again,and I know we will.Remember Mike you promissed you would be waiting for us.Oh, and by the way Mike your meat pie was better than mine.And a special thanks to your family for being there for Roxanne.You will always be in my heart,and never forgotten Love Debbie

Monika Conlon/ Simpson

October 6, 2008

My heart and prayers go out to your family. I have not seen michael for a long time. Michael was the type of man who would not see you for years and it was like he saw you yesterday. The world was a lucky place to have him here. Again my thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family.

Kimberly Nedzweckas

October 6, 2008

Michael,
Heavens gate opened and Angles let you in, be at peace my friend untill we all meet agian. My very deepest sympathy to Roxanne and the family

Laynie Cristo

October 6, 2008

Dear uncle mike, I love you & I'm going to miss you tons! You were always a good uncle to me & as much as I hate to say it I will miss the birthday smacks, I always ran & you always got me somehow :] You HAVE a good heart & I know your watching down on us & I'm sure your reminicing with my dad (that makes me happy] God has you & my dad in heaven now, hes got his hands full :] You were a trooper, & you fought as long as you could, God decided to call your name on October 2 & now your on your *Vacation! "Im leaving on a Jetplane don't know If I'll be back again!" REST IN PEACE UNCLE MIKE! ill never forgett you promise!


love always&forever,
laynie

Shane and Tina Thibeault

October 6, 2008

Michael, the memories of all the times we have shared will always be held close to our heart. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Roxanne and the rest of the family During this time of great loss.

Michael was a true soldier through all of this and he will never be forgotten.

All our Love and Prayers,
Shane and Tina

ROXANNE GOUVIN

October 6, 2008

God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be.So he put his arms around you and whispered come to me.With tearful eyes we watched you,and saw you pass away.Although we loved you dearly,we could not make you stay.A golden heart stopped beating.Hard working hands to rest.God broke are hearts to prove to us,he only takes the best.

Debbie Thibeault

October 6, 2008

Mike,
I have many memories through out our years as friends that will be forever cherished. I know in my heart you are in peace, but really hate losing you. Our last time spent together I thanked you for being my Best Friend, You said NO PROBLEM with that smile that i will never forget. I was able to cook for you for the last 2 years , which wasnt ever easy knowing you are named the food critic and any one who knows you gets the nickname. I know how much it meant to you and Roxanne. I will always cherish every memory of you as wear our special crosses by my heart. Roxanne truely is an angel who took care you so well we will all be greatfull for her and I will always be there for her.I PROMISE YOU . I will always be your Best Friend LOVE DEBBIE

Kimberly Antonopoulos

October 6, 2008

Michael, You will be greatly miss by all who new and loved you. You put up a great fight Michael never letting your illness keep you down. Life will not be the same without you in our lives. To Roxanne the love that you have for Michael has shown through the years and months that you stood by his side caring for him during his time of need. Emile and I are here for you if ever you need anything. Also to Mike's Mother,Brother Ricky,Sister Kelly and Sister Monique our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.

Love, Kim and Emile

Nancy Robidoux

October 6, 2008

Michael, you were always a true friend, a special person who I could talk to anytime about anything.You will be missed very much but never forgotten. Love, Nancy

October 6, 2008

Michael will be missed. May the love of friends and family be a source of comfort to you at this time.

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."

~ Our condolences on your loss, Steve & Lori

Amy Theriault

October 6, 2008

Maureen, Monique & Jason,
Although I did not know Mike very well I know how much he meant to all of you and what a special part of your life he was. I want to send my deepest condolences and tell you that my thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

David Gouvin

October 6, 2008

My dear friend Mike, Thanks so much for taking such great care of my daughter Roxanne for all these years. Mike I will never forget you and all the great times we shared hunting and fishing together.Mike you will always live in my heart and when ever I hunt and fish you will always be with me. Mike I'll never forget you and will always love you, your friend Dave

Tina Bonin

October 6, 2008

Michael,
I'm going to miss you. You were an inspiration to us all. We had plenty of good times and those memories will get us through.

Kelly Cristo

October 6, 2008

A Note to My Brother, Michael: I Love you Mike and I will miss your handsome face and beautiful smile. I will miss your free spirit and your WISE advice. I will miss you always being there for me when I was in a jamm, like you always were since we were little kids. There are so many things I will miss!!!! But, there is also so much to be thankful for, First for having a great brother like you, our childhood memories, laughs and tears we have shared, the last 2 weeks, the special talks, advice& direction , being able to help take care of you when you needed it, and for Roxanne, Thank God for her an angel, who took such great care of my brother like no other a true Angel. I promise you I will help her through this very tough time!!!!! We will all miss you Mike!!! But, thank you for such great memories, that we will cherish forever. Love you Kelly.

barbara joensuu (bacon)

October 6, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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