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1943
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2015
Leo Laflamme Obituary
GRAFTON - Leo R. "Rab" Laflamme, Sr., passed away at home May 12, 2015 after an illness. He leaves his loving wife of 25 years Barbara (Riley) Laflamme, four loving children: Leo Jr. and his wife Karen, Mike and his companion Carlene Froment Magri of Grafton, Jaime of Millbury and Brian and his wife Lee of Sterling. His 2 stepchildren Christopher Underwood and wife Victoria and Karen Underwood and her companion Chris Cadrin, five grandchildren; Malory, Adrick, Kendall and Brayden Laflamme and Phoenix Rano. He was predeceased by his grandson Ashton Laflamme. He leaves one brother Richard "Hawk" Laflamme of Northbridge and a sister Mary Jane Laplume of Leominster. He was also predeceased by his brother Jean Paul "Puppet" Laflamme, sister-in-law Judy (Johnston) Laflamme and brother-in-law Francis Laplume.
Rab was born October 4, 1943 in Worcester, son of the late Leo L. and Edna (Sweet) Laflamme. He was born and raised on Adams Road in Grafton where he lived out the rest of his life. He attended Grafton schools and then enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he served as a welder (ship fitter) on the U.S.S. Wasp. Rab was a life-long employee of UPS as a diesel mechanic, having learned the trade from his father. Rab loved to be with his family especially working together on his Mountain Ash farm or in his garage.
Upon his retirement from UPS he worked 7 days a week in his garage repairing anything and everything for lucky recipients who needed his help. Rab lived a very honorable life and had immense pride in his work and family; he was a master mechanic, fabricator, welder and all around master craftsman to whatever he put his hands to. Rab's heart was as strong as his vise grip handshake. He instilled his fierce work ethic into his children, and was always heard telling them "Do it right or don't do it at all". He lived to help people in any way he could and would offer a cold Budweiser to all who entered his garage. He loved his third generation Mountain Ash Farm and Garage his entire life, enjoying his collection of tractors, farm equipment and all the hard work that went with them. If Rab wasn't your family, he was your friend who lit up a room with his unforgettable smile. In lieu of flowers please "pay it forward" as Rab would by doing a kind deed or helping someone else out in honor of this wonderful generous man.
Funeral services and burial will be private for family only. Please visit an online guestbook to share a memory of Rab or message of sympathy with his family at:
www.RoneyFuneralHome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Leo Laflamme
ed genis
March 27, 2024
worked with rabbit for 30 yrs. always had a smile on his face
Stephen Martin
May 23, 2015
I remember the Rab from my days on the preload at ups in the 80s. Great guy, always could find something to laugh about at 4am. He was a gentlemen
May 18, 2015
leo you were the best as was your dad..you made u.p.s. and the world a better....r.i.p...good buddy.... paul kubiak.
May 18, 2015
Rich LeBlanc
May 18, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers for Leo , Mike and family. I had the pleasure and honor to get to know Leo though the Auto parts business . Leo will be missed for his kindness and friendship. We are blessed to have known and worked with him throughout the years at Car Quest .
ED Nelson
May 18, 2015
Rabbit was one of the best people ever.
Chris Pojani Martin
May 17, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss. It has been many many years but I have always remembered those special people in my life that made me instantly smile and rabbit was definitely one of those . My prayers and thoughts are with you! He was a special man.
Fran Sowa
May 17, 2015
Will always remember Leo for the family picnics and that powerful handshake that brought me to my knees more than once. Thanks for the great memories, Leo. You were truly a great man.
maureen cimoch
May 16, 2015
so sorry for your loss
Bob Kuindersma
May 16, 2015
My sympathy to LaFlamme family for the loss of Rabbit.
Had the pleasure to know him at UPS as a outstanding person who always had a smile and a great handshake.
Becky Kalagher
May 16, 2015
I have many fond memories of Rabbit at UPS. I was in the shop quite a bit and saw him all the time. It was always fun to see him, he always had a smile with a mischievous twinkle in his eye.
Sue Jones
May 16, 2015
Rabbit we will always remember how you brought light and laughter into any rooom you entered and maybe a few hurting hands from that handshake of yours. RIP The Pichette's
Frank O'Connor
May 16, 2015
I had the great honor to know both Rabbit and his dad and working with them. Rest well Rab.
Gordon Rowe
May 16, 2015
Rest in Peace. Condolences to Mike and family.
Gordon Rowe
Donna and Bill Felice
May 15, 2015
We will always remember Rab's winning smile! Our prayers and sympathy go out to the LaFlamme family.
Don Beauchamp
May 15, 2015
I had the pleasure of working with "Rabbit" at UPS for many years! My sympathy goes out to your family!
Joe Quinlivan
May 15, 2015
I was sorry to hear about Rabbit's passing. I have many great memories from working with and hunting with him! My sympathy to his family .
Joe Quinlivan
Dr.Timothy Hoffman
May 15, 2015
Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.
Todd Borglund
May 15, 2015
Sorry for your loss. He was a great man. Helped me with my '64 Ford Falcon but it was spending time with him that was the reward.
Steve Demery
May 15, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to your family, Rab you will be missed by all !
May 15, 2015
Jamie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you at this time. Gigi
Tina Froment
May 15, 2015
Mike, Leo & Family, I am so sorry.
Your dad was a great man
Tina&family
May 15, 2015
To the LaFlamme Family my deepest sympathy for the passing of Rab.Always a great smile.Good memories from schooling UPS,and just being Townies.Rest in peace Rabbit.
Rich Allen
Dilip Jain
May 15, 2015
Barbara, I am so sorry to hear about Rab's passing. I so enjoyed hearing his stories about work, family etc over the years. He will be truly missed but rest assured never forgotten.
Gary Beauchamp
May 14, 2015
Your Friends At The Grafton Library, Remember & Honor A Special Town Icon.....Eternal Peace Dear Rab, Eternal Peace...
May 14, 2015
Brian, Jamie and family,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jadrienne and Ryan Sanderson
Patty (Warren)Dillon
May 14, 2015
Brian, Lee, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Joel Welcome
May 14, 2015
I feel fortunate to have known a great man like Rabbit. I'll always remember his strong handshakes and his kindness. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
May 14, 2015
Thanks Leo, for everything you did for us.
Dot & Richard Speroni
Will loves his Cuz Rab
Deb Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Deb Laflamme
May 14, 2015
The Grip!
Deb Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Love❤
Deb Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Family fun!
Deb Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Deb Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Barbara Butler, RN, Dawn Pepka-Jones, CRC & Debra Maddox, RN
May 14, 2015
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Jim and Barbara Cahill
May 14, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Boots
May 14, 2015
"Rabbit" was a great guy and a great mechanic. From all the retired UPSers at the coffee call, RIP old buddy.
Deb, Bill & Will Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Deb, Bill & Will Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Deb, Bill & Will Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Bill, Deb & Will Laflamme
May 14, 2015
Barb and all the Rab Cuzzy Laflamme's
We are so sorry for the loss of Rab.....Our thought and prayers we send to you. Rab and his great big smile will greatly be missed. RIP Cuzzy Rab
Memories in My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole.
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it's the memories of you that are the most precious and dear.
You will be greatly missed and always loved.
RIP Cuzzy Rab..
Kent Howard
May 14, 2015
Mike,I'm sorry for your loss,I'm sure your Dad will be missed by many.Your Family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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