Dateline: Milton, NY
Francis J. LaBonte, age 95, passed away on July 28, 2021. He was born on April 18, 1926 in Richford, VT to the late George E. LaBounty and Maude M. (Tatro) LaBounty.
Following graduation from high school in 1944, Francis served in the United States Navy until his honorable discharge in 1946. Francis later enlisted in the Airforce reserves, retiring after 20 years of service. Francis worked as a Mobilized Library Driver for Mid York Library Services in Utica, NY until his retirement.
Francis is survived by many caring friends and extended family members.
Along with his parents, he is predeceased by wife Ruth (Riley) LaBonte; daughter Diane LaBonte; brothers Eugene J. LaBonte and Sherman LaBonte and cousin Madeline Waite.
Services were held privately at the request of the family.
Francis was interred with military honors in Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville, NY.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Francis’ name to DAV – Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.