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He was a lifelong resident of New Bedford and graduated from high school. He also served in the US Army and received several medals and citations.
He was employed as a Zoologist at Buttonwood Park Zoo. He loved spending time at the Veteran Transition House and being with the animals, Sally the otter and the elephants at the zoo; he also enjoyed fishing, bowling and being with his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife and his mother; his daughter, Sha-Nae Laberge; two brothers, Mark P. Laberge of New Bedford and Peter Laberge of Fairhaven; two sisters, Jessica Opiriky of PA and Karen Laberge of Lawrence; his step son, Neil Mello of New Bedford; his step daughter, Jessica Holmes of Indiana; his best friend, Kevin Santos; many nieces and nephews. He was the father of the late Josh Laberge.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Veteran Transition House, 20 Willis St., New Bedford, MA 02740. Visitation will be Monday evening only 6-8 PM with services at 7 PM at Rock Funeral Home. In accordance with his wishes, he will be cremated.
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Andrea Lemos
March 31, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Michael. My prayers are with all of you. He now lives at the side of our Heavenly Father and sits with his own father. May the family find peace and comfort knowing that he is in peace and with out pain.
Andrea (Letendre) Lemos
anne-marie boone
March 31, 2008
laura, sorry to hear of your loss. As time passes your heavy heart will lighten. you'll never forget all the wonderful times you had with Mike. He'll always be at your side. Love your cousin Anne-Marie
LAURA MELLO-LABERGE
March 25, 2008
I WILL ALWAYS MISS MY HUSBAND, HE'S FLYING FREE NOW ! AND I WILL ALWAY FEEL APART OF ME PASSED WITH HIM. (I LOVE YOU MIKE )
( THE BIRD MAN )
WE ALL LOVED YOU,LOVE LAURA ,NEIL,SHA-NAE,PAPA
Wayne Simmons
March 25, 2008
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing.He was a great guy and a good friend during my time at the VTH in New Bedford.He will be missed by all those that knew him.Wayne Simmons
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BONNIE MAY & FAMILY
March 25, 2008
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
pam almeida (bowling)
March 24, 2008
Laura,
sorry to hear of your loss he will be missed. my prayers are with you and your daughter.
paul favreau
March 24, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Robbin Gregory
March 24, 2008
Laura my deepest sympathies are with you and your family and Mikes family and friends too,,,it was a very sad situation,,,all of you are in my thoughts and prayers,,,take care of each other,,,,,,,,,,Robbin
Karyn Correia (bowling)
March 24, 2008
Laura, my thoughts and prayers are with You and your family at this time. Sorry for your loss.
Theresa (former nurse at Acushnet Company) Camire
March 24, 2008
Gladys, Laura,Mark and Peter:
Sending my heartfelt sympathy to all of you regarding Michael's passing. He was a very special person. He will surely be missed.
SHA-NAE & NEIL LABERGE
March 24, 2008
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
LAURA MELLO-LABERGE
March 24, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Gary and Dyan Kieltyka
March 23, 2008
Dyan and I are sorry to read about Mike's passing. Our deepest condolences and sympathy are with you.
mike turner
March 23, 2008
when God calls us home...we go in his Grace...and may his Grace guide us all.
peace be with you
Lila & Jim Bryant
March 23, 2008
Mark, Dee & family,
Death Leaves A Heartache
No One Can Heal
Love Leaves A Memory
No One Can Steal
May the love of family and friends see you through this sad time. Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you.
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