Joseph G. LaFrance

Joseph G. LaFrance, 65, of Manchester, NH, died August 21, 2023, at his home, after a period of declining health.

Born in Manchester, NH on October 23, 1957, he was the son of Paul and Ernestine (Charest) LaFrance. He was a lifelong resident of the Queen City.

He graduated from Manchester Memorial High School and earned a bachelor's degree from New England College. He later went on to obtain a masters degree in accounting.

Joseph was an iron worker with the Iron Workers Local Union 7, for many years.

Deeply devoted to his faith, he was a lifelong, active parishioner of Saint Anthony of Padua Church. He held membership with the Knights of Columbus Council 5260, the Legion of One Thousand Men of the Monastery of the Precious Blood, and the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.

Joseph loved going to amusement parks and antique stores. He was an avid outdoorsman. His family was the center of his life. He gave himself wholeheartedly to his wife, children, and grandchildren. His family was a source of great joy to him and he was especially fond of his granddaughter. His dogs brought him much happiness. Joseph will be remembered for his outgoing personality and kind, selfless ways. He had a generosity of spirit, sense of adventure, and joy. He displayed unparalleled vision and was an optimistic believer in the good side of human nature. Joseph was loved by all who had the pleasure of knowing him, as he left an indelible mark on every single life that he touched. He will be deeply missed.

Family members include his beloved wife of thirty-six years, Doris (Gagnon) LaFrance; two sons, Brian LaFrance of Raymond and Joseph LaFrance of Goffstown; two daughters, Renee O'Brien and her husband, Matthew, of Manchester, and Michelle LaFrance of Manchester; a granddaughter, Alivia; two brothers, Arthur LaFrance and Raymond Lafrance, both of Alaska; two sisters, Jeannie Szulc of Bedford and Marie LaFrance of Oregon; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends.

Service: Calling hours are Monday, August 28, 2023, from 4 to 7 PM at Connor-Healy Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 537 Union Street Manchester, NH.

The funeral will be held Tuesday, August 29, 2023, with a mass of Christian burial to be celebrated at 10 AM in Saint Anthony of Padua Church, 172 Belmont Street, Manchester, NH.

Burial will follow in St. Augustin Cemetery, Manchester, NH.

Memorial donations may be made to the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire, 545 State Route 101, Bedford, NH 03110, https://www.rescueleague.org/.

For more information visit: www.connorhealy.com.