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Edward LaVigne Obituary
WEST BOYLSTON/STERLING - Edward P. LaVigne passed away peacefully after a long illness under the loving care of his family on September 4, 2021 at the age of 69.
Born in Worcester and raised in West Boylston, Eddie was the son of the late Edward N. and Margaret A. (Mombourquette) LaVigne of Nova Scotia.
Eddie was known to his friends for his prolific storytelling, unparalleled sense of humor, impeccable fashion, strong faith, loyalty and athleticism. He was the straw that stirs the drink, with a magnetic personality that brought people together.
After graduating from West Boylston High School, he went on to get his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Assumption College, where he became the winningest pitcher in Assumption's history. Eddie was an All-Star for the Yarmouth Red Sox in the Cape Cod Baseball League in '71 and '72, and the starting pitcher in the '72 Cape Cod All-League All-Star Game. In 1979, Eddie was the youngest player ever inducted into the Assumption College Hall of Fame. In 2019, he was inducted in the W. Boylston Athletic Hall of Fame in basketball and baseball, where he recorded the highest number of career wins by a WBHS pitcher.
Eddie went on to dedicate his life to education, athletics and family. After beginning his career in Admissions at Assumption College, Eddie founded Autopista Americas, a strategic academic/athletic recruiting firm that has helped thousands of students attend college. Eddie served many years as the chairman of the West Boylston School Committee.
He will be profoundly missed by those who loved him including his wife Stephanie Decker, his two daughters with former wife Maureen (Doyle) LaVigne, Brieana Tascione and husband Nick of Newtown Square, PA, Alexandra LaVigne of San Francisco, CA, grandchildren, Ashley, Chloe, Jack, and Alise, his sister Judi Olkkola of Cape Cod, two step-sons, Yann and Erwann Bernard of Montreal, step-grandchildren and two nieces. He is predeceased by his oldest daughter, Andrea LaVigne, his granddaughter Aliana, second wife Janet Davidson, and by his parents.
Relatives and friends are invited to gather and visit with Eddie's family from 3-7 pm on Thursday, September 9, at Miles-Sterling Funeral and Tribute Center, 100 Worcester Rd., Sterling. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am on Friday, September 10th at St. Richard of Chichester Church, 4 Bridge St., Sterling. Eddie will be laid to rest next to his daughter, granddaughter and parents at Mt. Vernon Cemetery in West Boylston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Yarmouth-Dennis Red Sox Baseball Club, Inc. P.O. Box 1423, South Yarmouth, MA 02664 in memory of Edward LaVigne '71-72. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit
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Michael R Wigal
September 1, 2025
There was a tv show about Puerto Rico the other day. Oh what memories it brought back! Great days Eddie.
Mike Wigal
September 1, 2024
Barely a day goes by without a thought of you Eddie.
Mike Wigal
September 1, 2023
Eddie, I still remember. Great days!
Mikey
Michael Wigal
September 1, 2022
Eddie, not a day goes by that I don´t think of you. I miss you my friend.
Mikey
Anne and Robert Baensch
September 21, 2021
My brother, Joe O'Keefe, just let me know that Eddie passed away. My sincere condolences to all the family, especially Judi and Eddie's daughters, whom I knew as Breezy and Ali, years ago on Cape Cod. We lost touch over the years, but Eddie, Joe, and my husband, Robert, went to an Ohio State football game together and had a great time. Eddie had the most infectious smile, and was always upbeat and full of life. We shared happy times in West Dennis on the Cape.
Judi, we think of you often, especially when we look at the print you gave us as a wedding gift of the Lone Dory. We have it displayed proudly in our home. Robert always loved your bacon-wrapped scallops. Be well and be at peace. Best Regards, Anne (formerly O'Keefe) and Robert Baensch
Edgar Covas
September 19, 2021
REST in Peace my friend.......my condolences to his family. Great guy and always a pressure doing business. Honorary member of the great Puerto Rico family.
Julie Cutler
September 17, 2021
I was so sorry when I heard of Eddie's passing. My condolences to the family. I met him at the food truck where I help out. Here he liked his soup "extra broth", and reintroduced us to the "friendlies patty melt" he will be sorely missed by many. sympathy and prayers
Stephanie Jordan
September 9, 2021
To the LaVigne family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. Ed was always so kind and gracious when we saw him. It was such a pleasure to talk with him. Christopher is quite sad for his friend Ashley. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May his memory be eternal.
Brian Carville
September 8, 2021
My deepest sympathies to Eddie´s loved ones.
Ann Gogerty
September 8, 2021
Oh, Ed. You will be so sorely missed. What a grand life you led and I was lucky to be yet one of the many whose lives you touched and bettered. Rest now, friend. My heart is heavy with your loss but I trust that you are pain-free and at peace. My sincere condolences go out to Ed´s family. I met him in 1999 when I was a new recruiter for a US university in Puerto Rico. He was amazing and larger-than-life. I will never forget him.
Amy Germain
September 8, 2021
Breezy and Ali,
I am so sorry to hear the news of your father passing.
He truly was one of a kind with a heart of gold and loved you both so much. Every time I would run into him he filled my ears of stories of you both. My thoughts and prayers are with of you and your family during this time of sadness. May he rest in sweetest peace. My sincere condolences.- Amy Germain
Janet McKernan
September 8, 2021
So many memories of Eddie over the years. He was an incredible person. My love and condolences to all of you.
Alexandra LaVigne
September 7, 2021
Love you Dad. I miss you.
Judith Russo
September 7, 2021
So very sorry to know of Ed's passing..my sincerest sympathy.
Michelle Douaire
September 7, 2021
Caring for Eddie while he was in the hospital I will remember always. A great man gone too soon. To all of Eddie´s family and friends I am so sorry for your loss. Rest In Peace Eddie
Mike Wigal
September 7, 2021
Eddie touched many lives. He was a great friend and I´ll miss him very much.
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