Richie LaFrance

Richie LaFrance of Avondale Richie LaFrance, 67, of Avondale, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. He was the husband of Deborah Feconda LaFrance, with whom he shared 23 years of marriage. Born in West Chester, he was the son of the late James and Jessie Lemmon LaFrance. Richie worked in the Maintenance Department at Kendal at Longwood, for 10 years, retiring in 2013. Prior to that he had worked at the NVF Company. He was a member of the VFW Post No. 5467 in Kennett Square. Richie enjoyed drinking beer, watching NASCAR and the Dallas Cowboys on TV. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. He enjoyed being with his cat, his family and friends, especially his granddaughter, Aubree. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two step daughters, Susan Kline and Ashley Kline, both of Kennett Square; one sister, Josephine Fragale of Avondale; and one granddaughter. He was predeceased by four brothers, Ralph, Peter, Joseph and David LaFrance, and one sister, Catherine Ferranto. You are invited to visit with his family and friends from 9 to 11 on Monday morning, Oct. 13th, at the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, 250 West State Street, Kennett Square. His memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Kennett Square. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com