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Darlene Gilmore-LaBonne Obituary
She leaves her husband and best friend of 25 years, Henry "Bill" LaBonne, Jr. He is the love of her life. She was the loving mother of Bradley W. LaBonne and Ashley M. LaBonne, her greatest gifts.
In addition, she leaves two sisters: Sandra D'Amico, of Hopedale, and Gail DiMarco, of Whitinsville; two brothers: Roy A. Gilmore, and Mark A. Gilmore and his wife, Jane, all of Norway, ME; her in-laws, Henry and Alice LaBonne of Douglas; two brothers-in-law: Scott and Henry LaBonne, of Douglas; many nieces, nephews and cousins in the New England area, and her beloved golden retriever, "Cinnamon". She was predeceased by her sister, Susan Gilmore-Gallagher, of Manchester, MA. She always said that her family and friends were her greatest asset in life.
Born in Whitinsville, the daughter of Ralph E. Gilmore and Glenadine (Glazier) Gilmore, she graduated from Northbridge High School in 1977, Rob Roy Beauty Sciences Academy, Bay State Realty Academy and Newbury College, with studies in Business Administration. She worked for Technical & Logistical Consultants, Inc. (TLC), Uxbridge, MA, a computer solutions company, for 17 years, followed by the New York Times, working in the finance department. She also worked part-time for Harbro Auto, Inc. in Linwood, MA. She was a member of the Blackstone Valley United Methodist Church.
She loved spending time with her extended family, friends and network of "TLC" friends at her family's lakeside summer home in Douglas. She enjoyed boating and jet skiing with her husband and children. One of her favorite pastimes was traveling with family and friends to many different Caribbean and tropical destinations. She was an avid walker, and she loved to read.
Family and friends are invited to attend Calling Hours in the Carr Funeral Home, 24 Hill Street, Whitinsville, from 5-8 PM, Friday, May 6. A service of Remembrance will be held at 2 PM, Saturday, May 7, in the Blackstone Valley United Methodist Church, 61 Linwood Avenue, Whitinsville.
Please omit flowers. Memorial donations may be made to the Darlene Gilmore-LaBonne Family Fund, c/o Milford Federal Savings and Loan, PO Box 210, Milford, MA, 01757.
(www.carrfuneralhome.com)
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for Darlene Gilmore-LaBonne
May 17, 2011
Billy I am so sorry of to hear of this and your sad loss I am really stunned.
I had no idea Darlene was so sick and will include her in my prayers every night .You have a great family and I hope you get through this sad time with as little pain as possible .
Stay strong you alway's were and I hope you can get through this the best way as possible Billy .You come from a great family and I'm sure they are behind you .Again I will include Darlene and the kids in my prayers tonight Billy.
May God bless you all .
Pam Brayton
May 8, 2011
Bill, Brad and Ashley,
I'm so sorry for your loss.. Darlene was a great friend, teacher and a blessing to so many.. I'm very upset that I wasn't able to make it to the services.. Please know that your in my thoughts and prayers.. Darlene will be missed greatly.. Forever in our hearts.
Beverly Padula
May 6, 2011
Darlene was the strongest,courageous and most loving person I have ever met. I am honored to have been one of her friends. We all learned a lot from Darlene. May she rest in peace.
Sherry Fierro
May 5, 2011
Dear Ashley
I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a great person and was always willing to help us out at scouts. I remember how much fun she had on our trip to Hershey Park. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Christine Kinney-Yurkevicius
May 4, 2011
Bill and Family,
So sorry to hear about Darlene. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
May 4, 2011
Dear Bill and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May the loving memories you have of Darlene live on in your hearts. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Deb True
Alves Family
May 4, 2011
Darlene was such a warm and caring person. We are so very sorry for your loss.
May 4, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. May her memory live in your hearts.
Doris Lionel Ford
MJ & Todd Moyer
May 4, 2011
Bill & family, we have you close in our thoughts & prayers, we will treasure all the wonderful memories over the years with Darlene, she is such a beautiful person & will be missed greatly. God Bless you all.
Dianne Duvernay
May 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Karen Taylor
May 4, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lillian,George Ford
May 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Darlene was very strong person.
Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Lillian George Jimmy
Deland ,Fl.
Ed & Lois LaChapelle
May 3, 2011
Dear Bill, Herm and Ashley,
Our thoughts are prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Darlene was truly an inspiration to anyone who was fortunate enough to know her and we hope you find peace and comfort in your memories of her. May she rest in peace.
May 3, 2011
Dear Bill,Brad and Ashley:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your memories bring you comfort . God bless you all.
LOVE Joel and Judy
Joanne Khoury
May 3, 2011
I've never met anyone with as much strengh and love for life, her family and friends. May she be at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Surprise Ann
May 3, 2011
Ralph & Glen:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Ann - Dr. Miller's office
May 3, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to you all. Darlene will be greatly missed.She was a very strong lady and taught us how to be a stronger person. Will always remember Darlene as one of our greatest and loving cousin.
Bob & Nancy Burnett
Jeanne Hauge
May 3, 2011
Darlene is one of the nicest, sweetest people I have ever met. She loved her family and friends more than life. She will be missed, but she is in God's hands now, and will be well taken care of. Miss ya pal!
Laureen
May 3, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. Darlene was a very strong and courageous woman, she will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Janis Cahill
May 3, 2011
Dear Bill, Herm and Ashley,
My deepest sympathy to you all. Darlene was an amazing woman who has left a lasting impression me personally. She was a true inspiration to anyone that knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. She will always remain in your hearts.
Terry Belanger-Oldfield
May 3, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time.
Frank & Beverly Padula
May 2, 2011
Darlene will truly be missed. Few people have her strength and intense love of family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time.
Tricia & Bruce Burnett
May 2, 2011
To Darlene's family, our thoughts & prayers are with you during this sad time. We have great memories of visiting with Darlene on the lake and
will always smile thinking of her.
Laura & Brian Bielecki
May 2, 2011
Bill, Brad, Ashley,and all of Darlene's loving family & friends our deepest sympathies are sent to all of you. May all the love and memories that you have shared sustain you during the difficult days ahead.
Chris & Kara Gray
May 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Linda Kuindersma
May 2, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Scott & Karen Yacino
May 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Labonne family at this difficult time. May your faith and family provide the strength you need to get through the days and weeks ahead.
Ed & Lorraine Picotte
May 2, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow and warm memories to be cherished. Blessings to all of you.
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