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Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 20, 2006.

Joseph M. LaRoche of New Milford, died Monday, December 18, 2006, at home after a long bout with pancreatic cancer.
Joe was born in Montague, Mass., on November 28, 1953. He graduated from Turners Falls High School in 1973 and also attended Greenfield Community College. Joe spent his early years working at Harvey's Resort and Casino in Lake Tahoe, Nev. He was the postmaster in South Kent and worked for the U.S. Postal Service for over 20 years. Joe developed a successful self-owned business, Tri-J's Lawn Care Service out of New Milford.
Joe was very athletic and competitive as he was an avid golfer, skier and softball player. He had an incredible sense of humor and truly loved to live life to its fullest. Joe touched and helped so many people along his journey. He made so many friends and brought life and laughter to all who knew him.
Joe, the son of Ronald C. LaRoche, Sr. of Greenfield, Mass. and the late Jean (Cullen) LaRoche, is survived by his best friend Jack Baird, wife, Kathe Chandler LaRoche and her daughter, Lisa of New Milford; brother, Ronald C. LaRoche, Jr. and his wife, Barbara of Greenfield, Mass.; sister, Jean Boulanger and her husband, Henry of East Hempstead, N.H.; and sister, Kearin LaRoche of Vancouver, Wash.; nieces: Loita Boulanger, Kearstin Williams, and nephews: Patrick Boulanger, Robert William, Jr., Jakob and Sander Casino and Ryan Gabrielle, and also leaves best friends: beloved Albert and Mercedes.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church, New Milford. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Friends may call today from 5 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Lillis Funeral Home, 58 Bridge St., New Milford.
Contributions in his memory may be made to Animal Welfare Society, 8 Dodd Road, New Milford, CT 06776.

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Mike Heron

September 25, 2020

Joe, you were a solid friend during the most informative time my life. I made it 20 years in USAF. Was hoping when you retired we sit on my back porch here in Wichita, Kansasand talk about old/good times. Then role to Colorado and hike together. I'm going to miss you my brother! I will always love us geothermal. Till I see you again take it slow.

Susan Hurlburt

December 26, 2006

I have missed Joe as well as everyone else in the South Kent Post Office. He was always so helpful to me if I had a problem concerning the mail. What I really miss were the conversations we had. I live in Tennessee now and it too has a tiny P.O., but it's not the same. My condolences to his family.

Melissa Wenzel

December 20, 2006

Joe, What a sad day on Tuesday when I went to the Post Office to mail my letters. You left us so quickly. You are going to be missed by so many.
I will miss all the conversations and the complaining too.
Rest in Peace my friend

Chris Rigdon

December 20, 2006

Joe, You truly were one of the kindest, warm hearted people that I have ever met. You always thought of everyone else first. I will always have very fond memories of you, whether it be playing golf, softball or helping you with your lawns, you always brought a smile to my face. May you rest in peace, and I hope to see you again someday.

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Patti Anderson

December 20, 2006

Too many times someone passes on and are forgotten. I've known Joe a long time and he was a great friend and he will be missed by me and all his friends and family and WILL NOT be forgotten. My prayers are with all those who were a part of his life.

Anne Longley

December 20, 2006

Joey -- some of my favorite times ever were the hours we spent at the post office talking about anything and everything, hanging out with Mercedes and Albert, Kevin, Percy, et al....Especially that one hilarious afternoon the postal inspector made a surprise visit,remember!? I've told that story so many times, and it's your reaction that made it sooo funny. I can't thank you enough for being my friend and for being there in some difficult times -- you will always be in my heart and hope heaven has some of the best golf courses and ski slopes ever!! I LOVE YOU JOEY and will never forget you! Love, Annie

Melissa Hrabcsak

December 20, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. We will miss him also.

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