Donald R. LaFrance

He was the loving husband of Patricia (Fournier) LaFrance.

He was born May 13, 1940 in St. Francis, ME and was the son of the late Euciled and Elizabeth (Michaud) LaFrance.

Donald was employed by General Motors for many years until his retirement. He also owned and operated LaFrance Tree Service. He was an avid hunter and fisherman.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his children; Glenn LaFrance and wife Wanda of Easton, ME, Gerald LaFrance of Torrington, Laurrette LaFrance of Plantsville, Dwayne LaFrance and wife Michelle of Colchester and Dean LaFrance and wife Cindy of Bristol; a sister, Carol Carrozza of Southington; four grandchildren, Ashley, Emma, Brittney and Mark; a great-grandson, Gage, great-granddaughter, Alea and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by three sisters, Georgia Patterson, Anna Romaniello, Jeannie Oaks and a brother, Arnold LaFrance.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, Nov. 1st at 11 a.m. at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St., Southington. Burial will follow at St. Thomas Cemetery. Memorial calling hours will be prior to the service from 9-11 a.m. For online condolences and directions please visit, www.dellavecchiasouthington.com