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Robert Lavanchy Obituary

LAVANCHY, Robert D. "Rob" Of Weymouth passed away at South Shore Hospital on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 at age 53. A textile salesman, he was born in Dorchester, was raised and educated in Walpole and lived in Weymouth for the past 15 years. The beloved husband of Becky (Sherman) Lavanchy, Rob was the loving son of Jean and Beverly (Staples) Lavanchy of So. Dartmouth. Dear brother of Steven J. of Plymouth, Susan P. Goudreau of Marshfield, David J. of No. Easton, Beth A. Allard of Franklin and Gene P. of Walpole, son-in-law of Dr. and Mrs. R. C. Sherman of NM, grandson of Neoma Long of Marion, and is also survived by his aunt, Barbara Smith, his cousin, Robert Smith and many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be conducted at the Union Congregational Church 136 Rawson Rd. Wollaston at 11:00AM on Friday, April 9. Family and friends are invited. Rob's ashes will be buried at Maplegrove Cemetery, Walpole at a later date. Visiting hours are omitted. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rob's memory may be made to the Union Congregational Church 136 Rawson Rd. Quincy, MA 02170. For online Guest Book please visit www.dennissweeneyfuneralhome.com. 617-773-2728

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Published by Boston Globe on Apr. 8, 2010.

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Tom Pignatelli

September 9, 2010

I have many fond memories growing up on High St. Most of them include Rob. I was saddened to hear of his passing. I know he will be missed by many. My deepest sympathies to all of the Lavanchy family. You and Rob are in my prayers.

January 2006

glenys reid

April 15, 2010

My condolences to all, Rob really loved his family & life! He shall live on in all our hearts.
Warmest regards,
Glenys Reid
(Commonwealth Home Fashions)

January 2006

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mike roche

April 14, 2010

sorry to hear that news mythoughts are with you all

Jack Borchgrevink

April 13, 2010

I just heard the news. My prayers are with the Lavanchy family.
Rob was a great friend. We had a lot of fun together. We have all lost a good friend and a great man

Jack Borchgrevink

Mark OBrien

April 12, 2010

Deepest sympathies to the entire Lavanchy family. We felt like a piece of our childhood was torn away when we heard the news. Our prayers are with you all.
Mark & Kevin OBrien

Peter Obrien

April 12, 2010

To the Lavanchy
It is with shock and sadness that I have read about rob. I have a lot of great memories of hanging out with all you guys on high street. He will be sorely missed. God bless! Peter And Laura

Partricia Allard

April 11, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Pat Allard

Karen Grondin

April 9, 2010

You will always have the memories and he will always be in your heart.My thoughts and prayers are with everyone .Love cousin Karen, Marguerite & Joe Nobles daughter.

Marie Allard/Ulmen

April 9, 2010

All our love to all of you. Our prayers and condolences.

Barbara Cohen

April 9, 2010

Gene and family, I am so sorry for your loss, my condolences and prayers are with you, God Bless

Barbara Cohen (Sharon,Mass)

April 9, 2010

Gene,
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother. Thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Brenda from Dracut

Cheryl Tierno

April 9, 2010

My deepest sympathies to you all on the loss of your husband,son and brother. Peace and love.~Cousin Cheryl~ (Marguerite & Joe Noble's daughter)

j a

April 8, 2010

Thoughts and prayers headed out to the lavanchy family

April 8, 2010

Dear Lavanchy Family,

We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

Bill & Lucille Nethercote

April 8, 2010

Gene and family,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gloria (State House Larry's sister)

eric and kathy nordstrom

April 8, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

April 8, 2010

Dear Gene and family,
My thougths and prayers are with all of you.

Sincerely,
Cynthia O'Malley
Betro Pharmacy

Terri Allard

April 8, 2010

Our deepest sympathies

Martha Coveney, LPN

April 8, 2010

Thoughts and prayers to his family. It was a pleasure to assist him during his Rehab Stay. May you find great comfort in the love that you all shared with him during his time here on Earth.

Respectfully,
Martha R. Coveney, LPN, Clinical Case Manager, Weymouth Healthcare Center, weymouth, MA

Debbie Caldwell

April 8, 2010

Becky, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time

Tricia Allard

April 8, 2010

My thoughts are with you all,

April 8, 2010

Dear Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Kim Andrew

Mary Flaherty

April 8, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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