Daniel J. Lavoie, 26

Manchester, NH/West Boylston - Daniel J. Lavoie, 26, passed away on September 18, 2016 in Londonderry NH, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

Daniel was born in Worcester, Massachusetts on June 7, 1990, son of Matthew E. Lavoie Sr., and Karen J. (Tyrell) Davis. He was raised in West Boylston and attended local schools, graduating from West Boylston High School in 2008.

Following graduation, Dan fulfilled his childhood dream of proudly serving his country in the United States Marine Corps. During his service he traveled around the world. Daniel's unit helped rebuild during the earthquake that hit Haiti in 2010. Later he would serve in Djibouti and the Somali Coast of Africa where his unit would assist and protect the coast from piracy. He also served in Turkey before having two Tours of Duty in Afghanistan. In the last years of his service he was stationed in New Hampshire where he was a Firearms instructor for fellow Marines. It was also during this time that he was given the opportunity to assist with the Toys For Tots program, which has donated over 469 million toys to children in need during the holidays. Sargeant Lavoie also served with other Marines in the area attending funerals for USMC veterans to provide honor guard presence.

He was a talented and gifted musician and could play almost any instrument he touched most notably the piano, guitar and drums. Daniel was currently studying Building Design at UMass Lowell where he one day had hopes of becoming an engineer. Dan had a love for movies, disc golf and making people laugh. He made friends wherever he went and always made a lasting impression upon new acquaintances. He will be truly missed by his family and anyone that had the true pleasure to call him his friend.

He leaves behind his father, Matthew E. Lavoie Sr., and his wife Nancy of Ashby; his mother, Karen J. Davis and her husband Glenn of Villajoyosa, Spain; a sister, Sarah M. Lavoie of Willmington, NC; a brother, Matthew E. Lavoie Jr., of Seattle, Washington; paternal grandparents, Louis E. Lavoie Jr., and his wife Marie Edna of Lady Lake Florida; maternal grandparents Thomas and Carol Tyrrell of Brigantine, NJ, his loving girlfriend, Gina Lupoli of Hudson, NH; and many, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, September 23rd from 4:00pm until 7:00pm in FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 1 West Boylston St., West Boylston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 24th at 10:00am at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, 111 Worcester St., West Boylston. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Mount Vernon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorial contributions in Daniel's memory to be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Sep. 21 to Sep. 22, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Daniel Lavoie

28 Entries

Mark Howard

September 21, 2016

Our deepest condolences in the loss of Dan. He was a bright light in a dark world. Always the smartest and most witty person in any room. He will be missed and mourned. Semper Fidelis

Vicki Kravitz

September 22, 2016

Marlene and Mel, so sorry to hear about your dear nephew. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rose and Ray Blaisse, Msg Ret.

September 27, 2016

Please accept our sincere and deepest condolences. We know how proud you must be of your son's accomplishments. We will keep Dan and you in our prayers.

marie stiles

September 30, 2016

Dear Karen and family
I was shocked and overwhelmed with sadness to learn of the loss of your beloved son Dan. I am so so sorry to hear of his passing and the tragic way he died. My heart breaks for you because I remember him playing piano at the 4th grade talent show as he is my son rob's age. Also Karen I have been trying to get ahold of you just to get your new address when this notice popped up on my screen. He was such a brave man and soldier and so handsome as well as giving his life for others. Thank you Dan and may God bless your family. Karen as a mother my heart aches for you and the rest of your family. I wish I could have come to give you support but just found out today the 30th. So sorry Matt and Sarah as well as his Dad and all the rest of the family and friends. Karen i wish I could put my arms around you now in a firm embrace to say how sad I am.
Love,
Marie Stiles

Dale Shores

September 30, 2016

For your loss.May God provide tender comfort through his word the Bible during this most difficult time 2 Cor 11:3-4

Phil Duchesneau

September 26, 2016

Matt, Karen, and Family - we are deeply saddened to learn of your tragic loss - please know that you are in our thoughts and that you have our deepest sympathies... Phil and Terry Duchesneau.

Pauline Craig

September 24, 2016

Brian and I are heartbroken for you at this time!!! Prayers to you and your family with deepest sympathy!!! Love you!!!

Maggie Madsen

September 24, 2016

So sorry to hear about the loss of your son! My daughter is close friend's with your niece Mackenzie. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! ~+~ Donny, Maggie and Haleigh Madsen

Diane Elizabeth Burke

September 24, 2016

Karen, Glenn, Matt Jr, Sarah, Matt Sr and Nancy. Danny touched so many lives here in his temporary home, imagine the work he will do in God's home. My prayers are with Danny and his entire family. I love you Karen.

September 23, 2016

God bless you. So sorry for your death. You had so much to offer our country.

maria griffin

September 23, 2016

Thank you for your service sir. May you rest in peace and my condolences to your family. Semper Fi.

MTS Auto Sales

September 23, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

September 23, 2016

Your Tour of Duty was OUTSTANDING Stand at ease My Brother SEMPER-FI

Melanie McAteer

September 23, 2016

Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your beloved son.

Diane Baillargeon

September 23, 2016

Thank you for your service Sgt Daniel J. Lavoie.
Our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers are with your family, your friendsand all those whos lives you've touched as you are welcomed into your everlasting kingdom.
R.I.P. always
Charlie Byam and Diane Baillargeon
Londonderry, NH

A Grateful Citizen ~

September 22, 2016

Though our grateful nation mourns with you in your loss, we can only feel a small part of the loss you are experiencing.

Your loved one will always be a part of our country's story. As such, their sacrifice on behalf of our nation will always be honored.

While the process of grieving requires a lot of time and, somehow, is never complete, we will be praying for you and grieving with you.

In deepest sympathy.

Al & Pat DeMarino

September 22, 2016

Dan came into our lives just a few years ago and the bond was instant. Such a fine young man with visions for his future, hard working, love for his country which he served eloquently. He spoke of his family with love and admiration, and always made you laugh. We enjoyed having him at our home and will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family and friends at this time.

Dennis Nawn

September 22, 2016

As a close friend to my son Joseph, I had the honor of meeting with Daniel after one of his tours as a Marine and was so impressed at his maturity and respectful ways. I thought, "what a fine young man, a fine marine!
Thank you Daniel for protecting our country, our family's. RIP Sgt. Lavoie and may God bless your family and give them strength.

September 22, 2016

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Dr.Timothy Hoffman

September 22, 2016

Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.

September 22, 2016

Semper Fi Marine R.I.P.

September 21, 2016

Thank you for your service sir.

Every Parent

September 21, 2016

While the loss of a loved one is never easy, even when anticipated, it is most certainly the hardest when they are taken from us too soon. Your recent loss of your loved one whose tragic death at such a youthful age is definitely in the category of those hard losses.

We ask for God's blessings on your family. May you find the courage and strength to move forward in peace and confidence by remembering you do not walk alone.

In deepest sympathy.

Joe and Mary-Clare Maillet

September 21, 2016

So sad to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace!

Mary McGrail

September 21, 2016

Thank you for your service. R.I.P.

Lisa DeMarino

September 21, 2016

You will be greatly missed. I feel privileged to have known you and we all had such great times together. Rest peacefully my friend.

A reader

September 21, 2016

A young man who the country and most especially, his family and friends, must be terribly proud of....

Semper Fi, Daniel

John Leslie

September 21, 2016

Lou, Marie, Mel and the rest of the Lavoie family. I am so saddened by this tragic loss. You have celebrated and mourned so much over the years. I know you have a very strong faith, and loving and supportive family and friends. (I'm sorry to miss the funeral service Saturday.) Thank you, Sergeant Dan, for serving your country so well! God bless you all.

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