Joseph Leo Laroche

Joseph Laroche Obituary

LAROCHE, JOSEPH LEO, 74 of Orlando, passed away January 20, 2007 after a battle with cancer. Joe is a Christian and is now in heaven with the Lord. Joe was born July 3, 1932 in Fall River, MA, the son of the late Joseph Alphonse and Oladie Laroche. He has lived in Orlando since 1972. Joe most recently worked 15 years as a part-time security guard for First Baptist Church of Orlando. Prior to that he worked for 14 years as a letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. Joe served in the U.S.
Army for 23 years (1949 to 1972) attaining the rank of Master Sergeant. He served our country in the U.S. and around the world, in Germany, Korea and Vietnam. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Orlando. Joe gave generously of his time and talents. He frequently used his woodworking skills to help with church projects. He went on many mission trips with the church. He had a heart for those less fortunate and was active in the local prison ministries. He frequently gave much of his time to work with Orange County Jail Ministry, Good News Jail Ministry and Inmate Encounter. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Ruth (Schuhmacher) Laroche of Orlando. He has one son, Paul Laroche (wife Vicki) in Columbia, SC and two daughters, Dianne Kurvink (husband Bob) in Columbus, OH and Susan Wright (husband Greg) in Pullenvale, Australia. He has one surviving brother, Arthur Laroche in Fall River, MA and one surviving sister, Jeannette Arruda in Bridgewater, MA. Joe has 13 grandchildren, Will and Matt Laroche, Andy, David,
Julie, Michael, Steven, Justice and Jessica Kurvink, Jason, Sandy, Austin and Wesley Wright. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 25th from 6-8PM at the Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home on Curry Ford Road. A funeral service will be held at 10AM on Friday, January 26, 2007 at First Baptist Church of Orlando (Jim Henry Chapel). Interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. Memorial donations may be made to Good News Jail Ministry, Inmate Encounter or Orange County Jail Ministry, c/o Carey Hand Colonial Funeral Home, 2811 Curry Ford Rd., Orlando, FL 32806. 407-898-2561

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Jan. 23, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Laroche

3 Entries

Roger Proulx

January 26, 2007

To my aunt and cousins:
Though I regret that I am unable to attend any service for my uncle, I would like the family to know that they are in my prayers and I am thinking of them often.
My deepenst sympathies to all of them in this difficult time; a time I well understand.
Joe's nephew;
Roger

Fay, and Don Davis

January 24, 2007

To the Laroche Family:

We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Laroche and the Laroche children and their families in the loss of your loved one. Your loss is felt by our family as our close and dear friends Paul,Vicki, Will and Matt Laroche live next door to us. Please accept our condolences for your great loss;our prayers are with you during this time of great sorrow.

Tony Hobbs

January 24, 2007

Super Joe Laroche!...as I had refered to this special Brother in Christ for over 15year of friendship. In all the years, I have never failed when seeing him, hear that he did not always offer a good word and greeting to me. This is an example of a true friend and Brother in Christ. When I arrived at work on Monday, Jan.22nd, I learned of the passing of this Dear Brother...he was brought to my office that prepared him for earthly journey. It was definitely heart breaking to discover the news of his passing and at the same time learn also of his struggle with cancer for so long. You see, "Joe" never mentioned his illness, he always gave a cheer and a wave!. He had always a greetings and conversation with me. I spent a quiet moment with him and began to Thank the Lord for the testimony he gave in serving our God. To his precious family, I pray your hearts will be strengthen and your memories be filled with great joy of this fine and faithful servant.May HE comfort and give you peace at this time. I know I will miss him a lot and my usual call I made when I saw him about the church..."Super Joe Laroche"!! Praise the Lord you have gone to be HIM in glory. God bless all of you during this time. You are in my prayers. In Christ...

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