1915 – 2013
Putnam – Jeannette (LaCroix) Ladyka, 97, of Matulaitis Nursing Home formally of Butts Rd. Woodstock passed away February 16, 2013. She was predeceased by her husband of 61 years, Joseph Ladyka in 1999. She was born in Southbridge, MA the daughter of Rozilda Benoit and William LaCroix. She graduated from the former Mary E. Wells High School in Southbridge, MA and from Quinebaug Valley Community College in Danielson, CT. She was a Literacy Volunteer for ten years tutoring English as a Second Language. Before her retirement from the former American Optical in Southbridge, MA, she was employed as a Statistical Secretary. She was a Communicant of St. Stephen’s Church in Quinebaug, CT.
She leaves a son Joel and his wife Rachel of North Grosvenordale, CT; a daughter Martha Romaine of Cherryfield, ME; two sisters Mildred Bell and Gladys Carrier; a brother Ernest LaCroix; four grandchildren, Katherine Brodeur of Killingly, CT, Melissa Menzone of Charleton, MA, Michael Ladyka of North Grosvenordale, CT, and Anne Rittenhouse of Gilbert, AZ; and five great grandchildren. She was predeceased by a son David Ladyka, two brothers Claude Arnold and George LaCroix, two sisters Pearl LaFleche and Leona Gaudette.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Jeannette’s family at 10:00 am on Wednesday February 20, 2013 in the Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale CT followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00am. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery at a later date. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
D. Johnson
Losing a loved one in death is very difficult. For many having comfort from the scriptures aids the grieving process. Relying on such scriptures as John 5:28,29 and Isa 25:8 are a true blessing!
Terry Guertin
Joel, and Rachel & family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Will see you on Wednesday. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
phyllis brodeur
Condolences to you and your family . God Bless R.I.P
phyllis brodeur
Joel,Rachel and family, so sorry for your loss . she is now in peace. God Bless
Frances Righi and family
My condolences.
Joel Palmer
I’m sorry I didn’t hear until Wednesday afternoon. Jeannette & Joe,
Rita & Al, Aggie and Ted, and my folks…ah to have a close bunch of friends like they were!
I miss them all, and send you my best wishes.
Joel Palmer
I’m sorry I didn’t hear until Wednesday afternoon. Jeannette & Joe,
Rita & Al, Aggie and Ted, and my folks. To have a close bunch of friends like they were!
I miss them all, and send you my best wishes.