Shawn E LaFrance

Shawn Edson LaFrance of Rockland, Massachusetts died Saturday, April 1, 2023 at his home. He was born August 1964, in Auburn - Lewiston, Maine. He is survived by his wife Kathleen, and three children; his son Kristopher, his son Kyle, and his daughter Krystal.
Shawn's life began in Maine, where he always spoke of his fondest memories, living with Grampy and Nana Dudzik as a child and growing up with some of his cousins Bunky, Jay, Mike and Steve. They all inspired the love and passion he held for family, sports and the outdoors. Shawn, despite being an only child, loved when the family got together as he adored his cousins. When he was younger, he was very easily influenced by the older boys, not always in a good way and the stories told would make us laugh until we cried. Yet even when he was in the dog house with Nana, because he chose to follow those bad influences, his devotion never waivered. Every minute with family was precious. Shawn always had a smile and kind words for everyone. He always gave more than he took.
Later Shawn moved to Massachusetts. He started with living in the Cape and then moved to Rockland, where he graduated High School. Afterwards, he attended Automotive Trade School. Upon completion, he worked for E.T. Wrights Shoe Manufacturing before applying to Venture Tape in Rockland, later transitioning to 3M. Shawn began his career 36 years ago, he was featured in newspaper articles as a Machine Operator in Converting and later becoming a Supervisor in Coating. Shawn always looked for new ways to improve, whether it be in the process or himself. Always making an effort to positively contribute to the company and fellow workers, whom many he called friends. He had a commitment to excellence with a readiness to learn, a knack for creative thinking, and a willingness to put people and the needs of the business first. He had a natural ability to excel in anything he pursued, and his personal life was no exception.
Shawn was a jack of all trades and a bit of a macgyver. He had a knack for some unconventional problem solving, which at times, was both amusing and quite clever. His knowledge spans form mechanic, machinist, carpentry, plumbing and electrical, in which he always inspired someone. Shawn was at heart an avid outdoorsman, from the time he was young. Starting with skiing, Shawn continued to excel, from skiing competitions to then becoming an instructor. He loved spending time with family and friends going hunting, fishing, hiking, biking and camping; with the occasional bon fires. Shawn was a long time member of the Hanson Rod & Gun Club as an RSO, where he met a lot of his closest friends whom he loved dearly. From water to land, he was a motorsport enthusiast of all kinds; whether two, three, four or even on one wheel. He enjoyed his CBR600, however the tickets were a problem! He transitioned to his Harley Davidson which he loved riding, from FundRaising Events, Halloween Runs to Sturbridge, until his neck injury kept him from riding.
Shawn dedicated himself to his family and friends. Though Shawn kept a private side to himself, he was a good man. Humble, loyal, kind hearted soul, proud and at times a bit stubborn. Shawn was funny, he always brought life to the party, wherever he went with jokes and stories, no one was a stranger to him. As we celebrate Shawn life's, this is just a small reflection, and we will miss him greatly.
Shawn's family invites friends and loved ones to celebrate his life in the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home on Tuesday April 11, 2023 from 5:00-8:00 PM.