Name: Calling hours for Charles LaChance Jr.
Start: 2018-01-27T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-01-27T17:00:00.000Z
Location: Church & Allen Funeral Service - Norwich

CHARLES LACHANCE JR. 1941 - 2018
NORWICH - Charles LaChance Jr., 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2018.
Charlie was born, June 28, 1941 in Pittsfield, MA to the late Charles LaChance Sr. and Genevine (Clapper) LaChance. Charlie attended Dalton High School with the Class of 1959. Charlie married the love of his life, Inez (Crouch) LaChance on September 8, 1962 in Bozrah, CT.
Charlie enlisted in the U.S. Navy March 1959, and had a extensively rewarding and honorable career; retiring in 1980 as Communication System Manager – NAVCAMS LANT, RMC Charles LaChance Jr. USN Ret. Charlie's duty stations included Clarksville TN, Norfolk VA, New London CT, USS Harold J. Ellison, COMCRUDESFLOT FOUR, Newport RI, Bainbridge MD, NAVCOMMSTA DC, USS Shangri-la, USS Intrepid, USS Forrestal, and NAVCAMS LANT Naval Command Norfolk VA. Charlie's career included several years with NASA's Gemini space programs followed by three tours in Vietnam. Charlie never spoke in detail of his service but was proud to serve in the U.S. Navy. He received many decorations, medals, badges, citations and ribbons.
Charlie's civilian career path included a Degree from Mohegan Community College, the Norwich Post Office, Manager of Benny's in Norwich, Manager of Norwich Ten Pin, Manager of Silver Lanes AMF Bowling Center in East Hartford, Slot Attendant and Income Audit Slot Auditor for Foxwoods Resort and Casino. He retired from Income Audit in 2014.
He enjoyed following his sports teams, bowling, causing good humorous mischief, a stiff handshake, and a stiffer cup of coffee. Charlie loved his family, going to their events, and going out to breakfast. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.
Charlie was predeceased by his wife Inez, his parents, his brother, Robert Eugene LaChance, his sister, Helen Mayberry-Anello, his brother-in-law Anthony Anello, all from Massachusetts and his brother-in-law Glenn Dion Sr. of Arizona.
Charlie leaves five children and their families: Marie J. Perrin and her husband Mark of Preston, Robert N. LaChance of Norwich, Cheryl L. Sebastian and her husband Richard of Groton, Charles E LaChance and his wife Deborah of Norwich, and JoAnn L. Beguhl and her husband Keith of Norwich. He also leaves behind eight grandchildren: Kelly, Thomas, Ashley, Lauren, Evan, Renee, Kyle, and Kenneth; and one great-granddaughter, LeeAnne. Charlie also leaves a sister, Linda Dion of Arizona, as well as many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service with full military honors will be held at 12pm, Saturday, January 27, 2018, at the Church and Allen Funeral Home, 139 Sachem Street, Norwich, CT. Calling Hours will be from 11am to 12pm previous to his Service. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to the Boy Scouts of America Troop 4 Norwich, CT (In memory of Mr. Charles LaChance Jr. C/O Beguhl Family, 6 Linden Parkway, Norwich, CT 06360) or the Cancer Foundation www.cancer.org. For online condolences please visit http://www.dignitymemorial.com/church-allen-funeral-service/en-us/index.page

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Published by Norwich Bulletin from Jan. 17 to Jan. 19, 2018.

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Anna Kalin

January 18, 2018

So sorry for your loss. I worked with him at the bowling alley. He was a great man.

Patricia Michaud

January 18, 2018

Charlie was a very special man to us, he took us in as his family the moment he met us. He spoke to Jim & Tim about his days in the military and of the firearms he used and owned. H e busted my chops like I was one of his kids and most of all spoke of his love of his family. I know he is so much happier now not to be so sick and to be in heaven with your mom. Love and prayers to the whole family.
The Michaud gang

saundra-anne white

January 18, 2018

To Charles Family,My Condolences. I'm glad I got to know him. I knew him from Foxwoods.R.I.P. Charles.

Jerry and Sandi Walton

January 18, 2018

Our condolences to the LaChanche family. May the strength of God help you in this time of sorrow.
Jerry and Sandi Walton

Kim and Steven Spaulding

January 18, 2018

To Charlie Family, He will be missed by all. You all have many fond memories of your dad/ grandfather. He never missed a picnic at Keith and Jo's, .He always had a good joke to tell followed by a handshake and a hug. Charles loved his country and his family gathering at Poquetanuck fire house for Thanksgiving all was welcome in his eyes. The more the merrier. So in ending Charlie, you and Inez have done your job in raising a wonderful family. You can sit back relax from heaven and watch over them. You will watch over Kenneth as he becomes an , he will make you proud. Kyle as he makes his way in life and continuing to make his goals. Your suffering is now over. May you rest in peace dear friend.

DENISE Higgins

January 18, 2018

I'm sorry to hear of your loving father s passing. In reading his obituary, he did so much for his country and for his family . I was once privileged to be on the Forrestal for a tour. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours❤

Therese Fuller

January 17, 2018

Marie and Mark and families,
For the short few years that we knew Charlie he was such a pleasure to be around . Always a smile, I looked forward to our meals together.
Our prayers are with you all.
Therese and Jon

Barbara and Roger Wells

January 17, 2018

Marie, Mark, Charles and Deborah, We are so sorry to hear about your father. We send our thoughts and prayers to you and your families. (Never realized that you were siblings) Barbara and Roger Wells

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