1947 – 2013
Putnam – Barbara J. (LaBonte) Heath, 66, of 113 E. Putnam Rd., died Saturday evening, June 1, 2013, in the Day Kimball Hospital. She was the loving wife of Willard W. Heath. Born in Rockville, CT, May 24, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Freeda (Janino) LaBonte.
Barb worked at Frito – Lay, Center Pizza, and most recently at Woodstock Line. She enjoyed shopping, quilting, sewing, puzzles, and most of all going to the casino with her husband.
Barbara is survived by her husband Willard Heath whom she married on November 9, 1973, in Putnam; two sons Fred Peterson and his wife Margaret of Plainfield and Travis Heath and his wife Tonya of Killingly; five grandchildren Shala, Amy, Tyler, Kyle, and Kailey; her best friends Mary Duhaime and Pat Haven. She was predeceased by a daughter Lynn Peterson, a brother Theodore LaBonte, and a sister Rita Dinsdale.
Mrs. Heath’s family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Day of Putnam for the kind and loving care that was shown to Barbara during her illness.
At her request funeral services are private and under the direction of the Gilman Funeral Home, Putnam. Memorial donations in Barbara’s memory are asked to be made to the American Lung Association, Suite 102B, 260 W. Exchange St., Providence, RI 02903. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com
Michael J Colicci
Willy and Family,
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Barbara, your special lady. If there is anything we can do for you, please let us know. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
your brothers from Friendship Lodge
Bill Stockwell
R. Worshipful Brother Heath,
Will,
So sad to hear the news of Barbara’s passing, Dawn and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you at this most difficult time and strengthen you in the days ahead while you wait to meet with Barbara again.
Fraternally,
William Stockwell
Dawn Dinsdale
Dear Will, Fred, Travis, and family,
May your heartfelt memories comfort you. May you continue to celebrate and cherish all the love, laughter and lessons you’ve shared with Aunt Barbara.
To this day, it warms my heart when I think of Aunt Barbara’s smile and that twinkle in her eyes. I will miss her sense of humor, and will forever remember her deep love of her dear husband and family.
When we would visit, Saturday mornings seemed endless with doughnuts and coffee around the kitchen table, the adults talking about who’s doing what and us kids going out in the garage or the yard to see what new project Will was up to or what new bike Travis had only to find ourselves at a long table of family at the State Line restaurant later that evening.
Aunt Barbara may be gone from us but she will never be forgotten. With much love and many hugs,
Dawn Dinsdale
(Rita’s Daughter)
dale
I am and all of us at Woodstock line feel the loss of BArbara. We will miss her. We are so sorry for Barbara s loss. Dale . Nadine laurie ann bernie tom jeff lori ron dolly.
Ted Burlingame
Willy
So sorry for the loss of your life partner. The good side is that she has now seen the face of God and is at peace.
Ted
Liz Thompson
I was a classmate of Barbara’s all through school. Barbara was a smart student, easy to be with, always a lovely smile and kind words to share with others. It was a pleasure to bump into Barbara in various places in town through the years. I will remember her with the fondest of memories. I am so sorry for your loss.
Scott Robinson
Sincere condolences to the whole family. For a short time your home was my shelter and I am forever greatful for friends like you.
Richard Lynch
Willy,
My wife and I extend our sincerest sympathies on the passing of Barbara. She was a very sweet lady having only met her on two occasions, I could tell she was special to all. She certainly was a fighter but we are sad that she finally lost the battle.
Please don’t hesitate to let me know if I can assist in any way or you just want to talk.
Rick & Karen Lynch
Carol Smith
To the Heath family,
Our deepest sympathy to your family for your loss of Barbara – may you find comfort in knowing that she is at peace.
The Respiratory Care Department
Clay Salisbury
So sorry to hear of your loss. Be assured that Barbara is in a better place and at peace.
Jamie & Debra Heath
Will, Fred and Travis –
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. We will miss here. Although we did not see each other often, we have fond memories of her from when she worked at Center Pizza. May God Rest Her Soul. And may each of you find comfort in the memories you have of her. Rest in Peace, Barbara.
Carol Perkins
In Loving Memory of my Aunt Barbara:
I want you to know you were loved dearly, not just by your family but friends as well. I will never forgot your laughter & that sparkle in your eyes when you would joke around & cut up.
You were spunky & unique at the same time. I want to express my heartfelt thanks for all the times you listened to me, through the years and recently with the passing of my Mom (your Sister Rita).
My mom loved both You & Pat dearly and I regret you could not visit last Sept 2012.
When I think back many years ago, (when I was 10 years old) you would come over on the weekends and take me for a few days. I remember how much fun those days were back in Woodstock. . . I was always so scared and you always made me feel special, and loved.
The last time we spoke you laughed & said it’s “Auntie Barbara” to me on the phone when I answered, and I had to smile. . . .it always took me back to precious memories of You & Will and the fun and although they were sometimes short visits. . .the quality was there.
I will never forget the spirit you carried with you, and will always remember the “beautiful “moments we shared through the years . You were a wonderful Wife, Aunt, Mother, Sister & Friend.
I’m so lucky to have had you, and although I want you here still,
I hope your light will always shine down on us and know that you were truly loved by myself, my sons & Danny.
My heart goes out especially to Will Heath for being such a loving husband and friend to my Aunt through all the ups & downs through the past years.
Special thoughts & prayers go to the remaining family: her sons Fred & Travis, their wives & children, Aunt Pat, Jenny & Roland, & JoAnn & Louis, I am truly sorry for your loss.
With Love Always, Carol Perkins
Demetrios Tsaparas
Dear Will, Fred, Travis, and family;
Please accept my condolences for your loss. Barbara was a kind and loving woman with a great sense of humor. May the good memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Demetrios Tsaparas
Paul Detonnancourt
To The Heath Family , We send you our sincere thoughts and condolences. Paul, Steve and Paul Detonnancourt, P& R Construction.
Joe & irene Michaud
Willie , Travis & Family > We are very sorry for your loss . If there is anything we can do for you , please let us know
God Bless
Joey and Irene Michaud
GLORIA LLOYD SEVIGNE
UNCLE WILLARD, FRED & TRAVIS
I’M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU AT THIS SAD TIME. I LOVE AND MISS ALL OF YOU. JUST REMEMBER ONE DAY YOU WILL ALL BE REUNITED ENJOY EVERY DAY AS IF IT WAS THE LAST, FAMILY IS SO IMPORTANT ENJOY EVERY DAY, HOLD EACH OTHER TIGHT AND ALWAYS BE THERE FOR EACH OTHER! LET US KNOW IF WE CAN DO ANYTHING FOR YOU!
LOTS OF LOVE, STEVE, GLORIA & KARA SEVIGNR
Gregory Gates
Travis and extended Heath family, I am so very sorry to hear about your mom passing away. She was always good to me growing up. I spent so much time at your house swimming, eating, sleeping, riding bikes that I felt like one of the family. Your mom was an honest lady who took no guff. I’m so sorry she’s gone. My sympathies.
GG