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Raymond L. LaBonte
1944 - 2017
Raymond L. LaBonte
1944 - 2017
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BORN
1944
DIED
2017
Raymond LaBonte Obituary
Ray was a life-long resident of the Massachusetts South Coast. He was born in New Bedford, MA on April 16th, 1944. The youngest of four boys, he grew up working on a farm in Fairhaven, MA and spent the last 30 years as a resident of South Dartmouth, MA. Ray went to the New Bedford Vocational High School with a focus on Carpentry. Upon graduating in 1963 he began a life-long career in the Building trade. He became a Custom Home Builder and was recognized as one of the finest Master Craftsman in the area.
Ray was married to his beloved wife, Pam LaBonte on May 15th, 1965; they were married for 52 years and she survives. He is also survived by; loving daughters, Jeanine LaBonte (Cort) of Weston, MA and Brigitte LaBonte (Petrocelli) of Milton, MA, two sons-in law, Jack Cort & Nick Petrocelli and three grandchildren, Matthew & Cameron Cort & Blake Petrocelli. He will be remembered for his smile and gentle and loving soul.
Visitation will be held at the Waring-Sullivan Home at Dartmouth, 230 Russells Mills Road, South Dartmouth, MA from 4 to 7pm on Friday, October 13th. Funeral Mass on Saturday at 9:30am at St. Mary's Church, 738 Dartmouth Street, Dartmouth, MA. A Reception after the service will be held at the New Bedford Yacht Club at 208 Elm Street, South Dartmouth, MA. Flowers are welcome or gifts can be sent to: The Alderbrook Farm, 1213 Russells Mills Road, South Dartmouth, MA 02748.
For online tributes please visit: www.waring-sullivan.com
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November 5, 2017
hello Pam, don't know if you remember me--Susan Sousa-Universal Hat & Cap.
I frequently go through the New Bedford news as I now live in N.H. & like to keep up to date on my home town. I remember you & Ray so well--riding in his car, going on double dates we had so much fun. Ray was a very sweet & giving man, always open to suggestions we had regarding fun. My husband died 7 mos. ago, he also was a sweet & giving man--I know what you are going through. My thoughts & prayers are with you--be strong. Susan Militello
Tami Petrocelli
October 13, 2017
So sorry to hear of your fathers passing..I wish I was able to be there to give you a hug myself. Please feel the love of your father in his passing and are able to remember all the wonderful times you have had together
Allison and Scott Reber
October 12, 2017
So very deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful father. May you always find comfort and peace in the memories and love that youve shared. He will always be with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Much love to you all.
Toni Orebaugh
October 12, 2017
Pam, Jeanine, Brigitte and family, I feel so lucky that I knew Ray. He had such a sweet gentle way about him.. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Looking at the moon will be extra special now. Love and my sincere condolences.❤
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Toni Orebaugh
October 12, 2017
God Bless you Ray! May you Rest In Peace! We will miss you!
Laura and Ed Ellsasser
October 12, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. You will not be forgotten Sweet Sugar Ray. Much Love and prayer to all the family. ❤
October 12, 2017
Dear Mrs. Labonte, Jeanine, Brigitte and family,
It saddens us to see that your husband, father and grandfather has passed. He always had a beautiful smile. We will always cherish the great memories we all shared together growing up. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie and Jeffrey Goulart
Laura and Ed Ellsasser
October 12, 2017
We are so very sad to hear of your loss. Sending much Love, and prayers to all. Sweet Sugar Ray. We will never forget you and all the laughs we all shared together. Much Love to all the family ❤
Dave, and Liz Amaral
October 12, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. WE are so saddened to know your dad has passed, but the memories will never be forgotten. RIP Ray and watch over all of us. Love, Dave, Liz, and Ryan.
Jayne Macedo
October 11, 2017
Dear Pam, Brigitte, Jeanine, and family (and Buster): You are all in our thoughts and hope that you will be comforted knowing that Ray is at peace as hard as it is. Love, Jayne, Ken, Nick and Caroline.
David Manning
October 11, 2017
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss and send our love and condolences to the entire family. Much love, David, Roxy and Bray Manning.
Pat & Janice Botelho
October 10, 2017
We are so very sorry for your loss. May all the wonderful memories you have of your times together get you through this most difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all
Carey Cort
October 10, 2017
Oh Sweet Ray, we are so sorry to hear of his passing. Sending love and prayers
to all of Ray's girls. Carey, Cliff, Vail and Caroline
October 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Andrew & Sophia
Donna Sylvia
October 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Best wishes to you Pam and family. Donna, Paul, Denny and Katie
Lisa Lasek
October 10, 2017
Thinking of you and your beautiful family. Thoughts and prayers for your loss.
Erica Theodore King
October 10, 2017
Im so sorry for your loss. Mr. Lab intel was a great man.
Beth Strachan
October 9, 2017
Jeanine, Brigitte, and Pam, your family has been constantly on our minds In the past several days. We are so sorry for your loss. We know how much you loved your dad and how proud you were of him. We hope that your memories with him will help you all to get through this time. With love, Richard and Beth Strachan ❤❤
Jennifer & David Macdonald
October 9, 2017
Our sympathies go out to everyone. I will remember your father just as you said, "a gentle soul." He was a generous and kind man who would do anything for his two girls!
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