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Joel Edward LaBonte

1963 - 2018

Joel Edward LaBonte obituary, 1963-2018, Shepherd, MI

BORN

1963

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Clark Family Funeral Chapel & Cremation Service

114 S. Bradley

Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Joel LaBonte Obituary

LaBonte, Joel Edward Age 55, of Shepherd passed away unexpectedly Friday, May 11, 2018, at his home. A Memorial Services for Joel will be held at Clark Family Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, May 16, at 1 p.m. with Roger Dunnigan officiating. A Luncheon will immediately follow in the Reflections Reception Center. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. Visitation will continue the day of the service from 11 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel. Joel was born on April 29, 1963, in Calumet, MI, the son of Norman LaBonte and Alice Garon LaBonte. He married Shari LaBonte on August 26, 1995. Joel enjoyed to ride his motorcycle, dirt bike, restoring cars and trucks, hunting, fishing, going exploring, and being on his boat. He loved spending time with his family. Joel had a brilliant mind, creative talents, and compassion for all living things. Joel is survived by his wife, Shari LaBonte; daughter, Heather LaBonte Hesselink; adopted son, Tony (Ashley) Spencer; parents; and grandchildren, Joel and Haleigh Spencer. Joel was preceded in death by his brothers, Norman J. and Gregory LaBonte. You may view Joel's obituary online and send a condolence to the family or light a memorial candle www.clarkfuneralchapel.com

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Published by Morning Sun from May 12 to May 14, 2018.

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Joel Rockafellow

May 15, 2018

Joel was such a pleasant guy. Always had a big smile. He was great with vehicles and seemed to be able to make anything work with them. He had helped me out with cars over the years. Just a good guy. Another young soul gone too soon. Rest in peace.

Jim Brown

May 15, 2018

I met Joel when we both worked at TMI in the 90's. I am truly sorry for your loss, he was a great man and will be missed by many. A brilliant mind indeed...

Kendal Ostrowsky

May 14, 2018

Rest in peace my friend

Roger Dunigan

May 13, 2018

I knew Joel as a young kid, who grew up to a wonderful person. Joel had a zest for life. So sorry that his body gave out at such a young age. My condolences to all his family and friends. He will be greatly missed. Joel rest in peace.

Heather Harris

May 13, 2018

Indeed a brilliant mind, and a fun human. rest peacefully Joel.

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Clark Family Funeral Chapel & Cremation Service

114 S. Bradley, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

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16

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114 S. Bradley, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

May

16

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Clark Family Funeral Chapel & Cremation Service

114 S. Bradley, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

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