1949 – 2022
Canterbury – Leo A. Larose, Jr., 72, of Gooseneck Hill Rd., passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022. He was the former husband and best friend of Patricia (Bombard) Larose. Born in Putnam, he was the son of the late Leo and Albertine (Gomes) Larose, Sr.
Mr. Larose was a veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He went on to work as a machinist for over forty years for Kaman Aerospace. He enjoyed doing yardwork, was a race car fan and collected diecast race cars.
Leo is survived by his sons, Gregory A. Larose of Canterbury, and Matthew A. Larose and his wife Barbara of Marenci, AZ; his brothers, Robert J. Larose of Eastford, CT, and Ernest Larose of Thompson; his grandchildren, Carrera A. Larose, and Bailey A. Larose; and two great-grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Leo’s family from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 22, 2022, in the Valade Funeral Home and Crematory, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale. A gathering will begin in the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 23, 2022, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. in St. Joseph Church, 18 Main St, N. Grosvenordale. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Leo’s name to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Memorial Processing, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Katrina Stogner
Best Uncle Ever. Thanks for all the laughs and animal noises upon demand when I was a little girl. May you forever rest in peace, Uncle Leo. You were a kinda soul the world needs more of. My deepest condolences to my Aunt Patty and cousins Matt and Greg. Love always. Xo
Cindy Gardner
Hoping this time allows you a peaceful time to reflect and grow closer together when celebrating Lee’s life during the coming days. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
Melissa Bombard
I am extremely sorry for your loss.
Tia Patty, Greg & Matt
This is such a hard time for the family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Uncle Leo, rest in peace
Love always, Melissa
Tony and WendyMulinare
Patty, Matthew, Gregory and Leo’s family. Tony and I are so sorry for your family’s loss. Leo was a great guy, and will be missed. We will always remember our epic vacation to California and Arizona with you two!
TLCC Miniseries
Our condolences to you all from TLCC Ministries keep you in our prayers! ✝️
St Mary’s Episcapal Church Belleview, Florida
Lisa
So Sorry for your loss Pat and Greg
Such a kind man
Leo spoke of you both so fondly every time we had a chat