Peter R. Labrum

Peter, "Poppy," as he was known to his family, will be forever loved and eternally missed. Peter was a kind and gentle soul and was remembered by everyone who met him. He was a good listener and the best Husband, Father, and Grandfather.

Peter was born and raised in Battersea, London and immigrated to the United States in 1967 with his wife and in laws. He was formally trained as a Barge Builder in England and worked as a Welder in the states for over 40 years. When he retired, he moved to his dream home in Lake Mohawk and was caretaker for his 2 grandchildren. They were the light of his life. Peter moved his family to Sparta in 1974 and loved living in the country.

Peter was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Alexandra (Defelice) Labrum in 2018. He is survived by his daughter, Josette (Labrum) Stock, her husband David Stock of Andover, and his two grandchildren, Grace and Sophia. (As well as his cats Coco and Channel and his Granddog Brooklyn)

Visitation for Peter will be held Saturday, Nov. 5th from 1:00PM to 2:20PM at Goble Funeral Home 22 Main St., Sparta, NJ 07871. Funeral mass will be celebrated at Our Lady Of The Lake Church 294 South Sparta Ave., Sparta, NJ at 3:00PM. Cremation will be held privately.