James LaRoche Sr.

1954 - 2018

James LaRoche Sr. obituary, 1954-2018, Belchertown, MA

James LaRoche Sr.

1954 - 2018

BORN

1954

DIED

2018

James LaRoche Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 21 to Aug. 24, 2018.
James LaRoche Sr., 64, died suddenly while on vacation on Cape Cod on August 18, 2018. Born March 20, 1954 in Chelsea, MA, he was the son of Henry and Gertrude (Rich) LaRoche. James lived most of his life in this area and served in the US Army and Air Force for 35 years, working at Westover Air Force Base before retiring in 2014. In his leisure, Jim enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his longtime companion, Cheryl Abert, with whom he lived , along with his children, James LaRoche, Jr. and Julia LaRoche both of Springfield, Crystal Mosko and her husband Matthew of Chicopee and Todd Dube of Belchertown along with grandchildren, Domonic, Audrey and Miles. He is also survived by Cheryl's siblings, Cynthia Vaughan and her husband Joe of Springfield, Corliss Beaulieu and her husband Pierre of Chicopee, Charlene Bak and her husband Mike of Chicopee and Michael Abert and his wife Karen of Indian Orchard, and many nieces and nephews. A graveside service with military honors will be Monday, August 27 at 2:00 p.m. at The Massachusetts Veterans' Cemetery, 1390 Main St. Agawam, MA. Beers & Story Belchertown Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. For more information or to sign the online guest book, please visit www.beersandstory.com.

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August 24, 2024

SMSgt. Paul A. Bergeron posted to the memorial.

March 1, 2022

Todd dube posted to the memorial.

March 1, 2022

Todd dube posted to the memorial.

SMSgt. Paul A. Bergeron

August 24, 2024

This is a belated entry into the Guest Book for
MSgt. James LaRoche, Sr. To his family I offer my condolences, sincere thoughts and prayers. At the time of his passing, James took his final flight on the wings if an eagle. I offer a most heartfelt hand salute to him. Hand Salute!!!
SMSgt. Paul A. Bergeron (retired) Chicopee, MA.

Todd dube

March 1, 2022

Todd dube

March 1, 2022

Todd dube

March 1, 2022

Todd dube

March 1, 2022

Todd dube

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Todd dube

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Todd dube

March 1, 2022

Jimmy man I´ve missed u and miles has as well he´s grown to a very polite young man which I have to give u and my mom credit for it as well ....I wish u could see miles and I new adventure and I wish you could be at my wedding ... yes I kno Todd getting married lol but I miss ya jimmy and I love u the best step dad anyone could have I love you

Larry Parker

August 26, 2019

When you Loose A Special Friend as Jim was, you think time heals, but it doesn't. Jim was a very special guy, he had the gift of making you laugh. As a co-worker in ISO he would always keep you laughing and made your day. The Air Force Lost one of the Best C-5A Maintenance Technicians in the Business. RIP Brother.

October 6, 2018

Please accept my deepest condolences for the passing of your loved one. It's times like this that the loving promises of our Heavenly Father, can bring you comfort and can even soften some of the pain that you are feeling deep in your hearts.-1st Thessalonians 4:13,14.

Alice Dixon

August 26, 2018

I feel very strongly for James and Julia having lost my own father a few months ago. Nothing will truly make up for such a loss. My hope is that the many strong members of the LaRoche family will stick together in their time of grieving and feel the love they all share for James Sr. My thoughts and prayers are with all the wonderful and caring people in this family. Stay strong and know so many are thinking of you, especially now.

Our sincere condolences,

Alice, Jessica, and Amanda Dixon

August 25, 2018

To the Laroche Family.
Sorry to hear about Jim. We will be keeping your family in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Brendan O'Toole and the O'Toole Family.

August 24, 2018

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Dave & Michele Foley

Larry Parker

August 22, 2018

Jim's Ship has sailed yet to another shore. Those who knew him, will know him no more. You were a funny guy Jim, and always had a joke or to tucked away. I will always remember assisting and working with you on C-5 Engine changes and just talking from time to time. Always Happy go lucky. My heart goes out to your entire Family, you will be missed my friend. Thanks for being you, and thanks for your service my friend..

WALT KOLODZINSKI

August 22, 2018

Cheryl & family sorry for the loss.
There was never a dull moment every time I met him & you Cheryl, When in his company we had many laughs sharing things and he brighten up your day sharing all our BS. Thanks buddy for all the laughs, I will miss those times spent and knowing you.
Cheryl, god bless you and family and keep your positive attitude.
It's not easy last few years, I've experienced losses but, for me, :
"It's trusting completely each problem we face, It's walking by faith every mile that we plod, enjoying good memories and knowing our prayers will bring us closer to god and we'll all be together someday in heaven.

god bless Walt and family

Richard & Simone Dube

August 22, 2018

We are so sorry for your loss , we know he will be miss. Jim enjoyed doing many things.

Jamie (Gladu) Mason

August 21, 2018

Cheryl and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

August 21, 2018

Cheryl and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Not only did I grow up with Jim I also had the great opportunity of working along side him for many years. There was never a dull moment in his company and he surely brightened up your day. Thanks buddy for all the laughs, we will miss your sense of humor along with your gracious nature and will always have you in our thoughts. Shine high and bright until we meet again.

Dan and Emma

Bill Larsen

August 21, 2018

Jim, I'll miss all the laughs we shared.The memories of the trip to Germany will stay with me forever. You will be deeply missed my brother.

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