Lionel J. Lamoureux

Lionel J. Lamoureux January 25, 1921 - October 5, 2007 PLAINFIELD - Lionel J. Lamoureux, 86, of N. Potvin Ave. Moosup died Friday morning at his home. Born on January 25, 1921 in Danielson a son of the late Henry and Herculine (Gaudette) Lamoureux. Mr. Lamoureux was a 1935 graduate of All Hallows School and attended Plainfield High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in April of 1942 and was honorably discharged on December 23rd with the rank of Ship's Cook 2nd class. Mr. Lamoureux went to work for his father as a bartender in 1950, he took over the business and applied for a restaurant liquor license. The business was known as The Knotty Nuggett restaurant. In 1961 he and his wife moved into a new building and it was called The Hi-Lo Restaurant. Together they ran the business until their retirement in 1982. He was married on April 20, 1946 to the former Lois Ravenelle. She survives him. Together they had two sons, Richard and his fiance Eileen Kasputus of Moosup and George and his partner David Forest of West Hollywood, CA. Three grandchildren, Christine Wallace of Ft. Myers, Fla., Jennifer Wargat of Sterling, Christoph er Lamoureux and his companion Sarah Collelo of Moosup. Nieces, Irene Rocchio of Providence, Linda Lamoureux of Danielson, Melissa Lamoureux of Georgia. Several nephews, George and Raymond Rocchio of Providence, John Lamoureux of Plainfield and a special nephew Michael Lamoureux of Moosup. Two special grandsons, Steve Wargat (husband of Jennifer), and Tim Wallace (husband of Christine). He will be especially missed by his great grandchildren, Bryanna Wargat, Shelby Wargat, Ryan Charles Wargat, Meghan Wallace, Isabella Lamoureux and Ryan Michael Mecouch. After retiring, Lionel took up woodworking which he enjoyed until becoming ill. He built special pieces of furniture for many people in the area. His work can be seen at St. James Church, Danielson, All Hallows and St. Joseph Churches, St. Augustine Church in Canterbury. Also All Hallows Rectory for Fathers Anthony Gruber, Russell Kennedy and Wojciech Kowalski. He loved dogs and cats most of his life. He rescued one kitten from the cold one November night, named him lucky and he's been with him for 11 years. Mr. Lamoureux was an avid Yankee fan, Dallas Cowboys fan and enjoyed golf and taking golf trips with his friends. Lionel was a 3rd degree member of K of C Council #270. He served as Grand Knight and District Deputy for 4 years. He was also a member of the 4th Degree and had served as color Corp. Commander for 9 years. Mr. Lamoureux was a life member of American Legion Post #91, Moosup and a member of the VFW in Moosup. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday October 13, 2007, at 10 a.m. in All Hallows Church, Moosup. Luncheon to follow at the American Legion Post #91 in Moosup. Burial with Military Honors in All Hallows Cemetery, Moosup, Monday, October 15, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of N.E. CT., P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260. Dougherty Bros. Funeral Home, Plainfield has care of arrangements.