Official Obituary of
Gerald J. LaPlante
October 27, 2016
Gerald LaPlante Obituary
New Bedford - Gerald J. LaPlante, 70, of New Bedford, died Thursday, October 27, 2016 at home. He was the loving companion of Carlin LaPlante.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Joseph and Florence (Perry) LaPlante, he lived in this city all his life. He was employed as a plumbing apprentice until his retirement.
Mr. LaPlante enjoyed building model ships, collecting model cars and carpentry work. He loved spending time with his family and pet cat, Shadow.
Survivors include his loving companion, Carlin; 2 sisters, several children, grandchildren, and other family relatives.
Private funeral arrangements are with Machnowski Funeral Home, 472 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. For condolences, please visit www.machnowskifuneral.com.
Born in New Bedford, son of the late Joseph and Florence (Perry) LaPlante, he lived in this city all his life. He was employed as a plumbing apprentice until his retirement.
Mr. LaPlante enjoyed building model ships, collecting model cars and carpentry work. He loved spending time with his family and pet cat, Shadow.
Survivors include his loving companion, Carlin; 2 sisters, several children, grandchildren, and other family relatives.
Private funeral arrangements are with Machnowski Funeral Home, 472 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford. For condolences, please visit www.machnowskifuneral.com.
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