Putnam – Joseph A.J. Lefebvre, 76, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2014 in Day Kimball Hospital. He was born on April 7, 1938 in West Warwick, R.I. to Louis and Rose (Lamoureux) Lefebvre.
Joe is survived by his daughter, Ann-Marie Gothreau of Woodstock, and his son, Bryant M. Lefebvre and his wife Amy of Lakeville, MA; his granddaughters, Paisley Gothreau, and Shai-Lin Gothreau; his best friend and companion, Judy Baer; his brothers, Robert Lefebvre, Gerard Lefebvre and his wife Claudette, Paul Lefebvre and his wife JoAnne, and George Lefebvre and his wife Diane; his sisters in-law, Anne Deotte, and Delores Raggazino; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Janice (Deotte) Lefebvre; his brother in-law, Armand Deotte; and a sister in-law, Joyce Lefebvre.
Joe was employed for many years at the former City Beverage of Putnam, CT as a truck driver, and later the warehouse manager. Before retiring, he was employed at Steak-Um in Killingly, CT as a forklift operator. In addition, he owned and operated Wellington Curtain with his wife for many years. Joe enjoyed traveling and staying active by going to the gym, bicycle riding, and walking. He always loved to have a project going and took great pride in the perfect upkeep of his yard and home. Above all, Joe loved spending time with his family and was a loving father and grandfather.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Joe’s family from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm on Saturday, December 20, 2014 with a funeral service at 1:00 pm in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, 825 Brook Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 or Day Kimball Hospital/Oncology Dept., P.O. Box 632, Putnam, CT 06260. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Jack Wilkie
In the four short years that I had known ‘Joe’, I was very impressed by the goodness in his persona as well as the super strong feelings for his family and friends. I will especially miss the presence of Joe in the small group of ‘guys’ that got together just prior to the start of each of our physical fitness classes at the gym ( for some guy talk).
My sincere condolences to the family of Joe and to Judy, his loving companion.
Lori Hemphill
I know Joe for 7 years, He dated my mother in law.
I love him the sunny and back.
Paul Desautels
I have known Joe more almost 60 years and worked with him at City Beverage for more than 10 years. Joe was a quiet giant and always willing to help anyone needing help. He never said much but spoke volumes through his actions. He was a man of principles and loved his family When I occasionally saw him at the gym, the conversation was often of his grandchildren.
Rest in peace Joe.
Terry Guertin
I will miss Joe’s kind smile at our “Silver Sneakers, exercise group. He was always ready to help out in any way he could. My sincere sympathy to Judy and his family.
Diane Landers
I’ve known Joe for only 3 years as a member of the “Silver Sneakers” exercise group. He was a great guy but very quiet. He was always the first one to set up the chairs for our group. I will miss him. Sincerest sympathies to his family and to Judy his loving companion.
Ann C. Rosebrooks
So sorry to hear about Joe, he was a great guy. Judy we are all sad at the gym for your loss. I cannot make the service Saturday but have given Amy a remembrance for you to keep. Deepest sympathy Ann C. Rosebrooks