Richard Oliver LaGasse

Richard Oliver LaGasse, 90, of Sarasota died September 23, 2017. Born January 15, 1927 to Edmond E. LaGasse and Frances Storey. He lived in Haverill, MA.

He was a Member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Served in World War II in the Navy, earned the Victory and American Theatre Medals and was honorably discharged; Was a Machinist, tool maker and building and swimming pool contractor.

Richard is survived by his wife of 33 years, Nancy, his children, Richard LaGasse / Wife Debra, William LaGasse, James LaGasse / wife Veronica, Arthur LaGasse / Wife Cynthia and Mary Anderson / Husband Keith, stepdaughters, Penny DiGregorio and Patricia Larsen, brother, George LaGasse and by 12 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

He was predeceased by wife: Edith LaGasse, Grandson: Jacob LaGasse; Brothers: Henry, John, Edmund, Frances and Robert LaGasse.

Richard was a licensed swimming pool contractor for over fifty years; Past owner of Blue Ribbon Pools retired; Past President of National Swimming Pool Association.

He was an active an member of the "Friends of Bill" for over 42 years and was a man who lived life fully, traveling the world and continuously giving of himself to help others. He was an accomplished painter, who gave away his works for others to enjoy and always shared a positive attitude. He will be missed by many who shared his life, loved and respected him.

A visitation will be Thursday, September 28, 2017 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at St. Thomas More Catholic Church.

A funeral mass will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017 at 9:30 AM at St. Thomas More Catholic Church.

Our gratitude to Tidewell Hospice and many others for their loving assistance allowing him to stay in the home he loved.