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Jim LaBranche Obituary
He leaves behind his wife Betty LaBranche, daughter Penny and husband Mitch Latva, daughter Nicole and husband Kingman Yee, grandchildren Andrew Walters and wife Jessica, Sawyer Latva, James and Maezie Yee. He also leaves his sister Linda Jordan, brother Mike LaBranche and wife Pauline, and his sisters in-law, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his son James LaBranche, Jr., on December 26, 2014.
His life was always full of family and friends and his many interests. He was an avid boatsman, and being captain of his boat "The Branch Office" brought him hours of joy. "The Branch Office" was used as his get-away condo in Marco Island, Fla. He was an excellent photographer and enjoyed painting. He was a golfer - although not a serious one. He loved to travel and enjoyed many trips including several islands, Italy, France, and Greece. Just four weeks ago he was traveling with dear friends and his wife in Spain.
He was a graduate of New Market High School, New HampshireTechnical Institute, and CMS Real Estate School. Throughout his life he had three careers - first in tool design at Northeastern Tool Company, then as a builder and commercial property investor, and eventually co-owner of the Betty LaBranche Real Estate Company. He was a man without an enemy in the world, and was known for his kind heart, quick wit, and beautiful smile.
SERVICES: A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Thursday, Nov. 10, at St. Michael's Church, Exeter. Burial followed in the Exeter Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Hemochromatosis Fund at http://www.hemochromatosis.org/give or the David Barrows Adventure Fund, c/o Greater Piscataqua Foundation, 440 Market St., Portsmouth, N.H., 03801.
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Janis Reams
November 28, 2016
Betty,
We just returned from vacation and were saddened by the news of Jim's passing. We have such fond memories of him and wanted to express our belated sympathy to you and your family.
Jennifer Lemire
November 14, 2016
Betty,
I just learned this sad sad news from my Mother upon my return from vacation. I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Jim as being a very kind, sweet man and you both as just a wonderful couple together. You are in my thoughts and I wish you strength and peace during this difficult time.
Please take care, Jen Lemire
Ted & Joyce Sharples
November 14, 2016
Betty and family,
Ted and I are so sorry to hear about Jim's passing, he was a true gentle man. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
November 13, 2016
HI Betty: ; Although I have been gone from NH for quite some time, I always will remember the incredible customer service attitude of your Jim.....whenever over the years I would call your office, if Jim answered the phone, I knew he would carry through. He was a people's person.....a gentle soldier in the trenches of real estate day after day. He was your rock and so devoted to your success, as my Walter was when he was alive.
I wish you peace and God's hand on your shoulder as you move through these difficult days.
Best regards, Sandy Domina
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Sally Evans
November 9, 2016
So very sorry! He will truly be missed.
November 9, 2016
Years pas, by,but memories remain forever. Bless you and your family.
Dick and Sally Bowen
Jamie Eager
November 8, 2016
Thinking of the LaBranche family during this difficult time . Keeping you close in our thoughts and prayers . Jim was a wonderful
Man and will be missed greatly .
Fondly , Jamie Eager and family
Carol Shea McClard
November 8, 2016
Betty, Penny and Family - My deepest sympathies for your loss. Jim always had a quick smile and warm handshake where ever you ran into him.
Joe Hunkins
November 7, 2016
It was always a pleasure to see Jim, wheather at a showing, Realtor event or at the 100 Club. A true gentleman. Warmest sympathy Betty to you and your family.
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