1921 – 2011
North Grosvenordale – Robert A. Lajeunesse, 90, Riverside Drive, died Sunday, August 21, 2011 in Regency Heights of Danielson. He was the loving husband of Betty Lajeunesse. Born in Burlington, VT, he was the son of the late Alcide and Donalda (Lavigne) Lajeunesse.
Mr. Lajeunesse worked as a foreman for Rison Mills. He was a member of the VFW in Putnam, the American Legion Post #67, and a charter member of the Valley Springs Sportsman’s Club.
In addition to his wife, Robert is survived by his son, Michael A. Lajeunesse of North Grosvenordale; his daughter, Ruth Simmons of Thompson; his brother, George Lajeunesse of Putnam; his grandchildren, Roxanne Rhault, Ron Rhault, and Val Haggerty; his great grandchildren, Patrick Haggerty, Montana Haggerty, Evan Rhault, and Drew Rhault.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Bob’s family at 9:00 am on Thursday September 1, 2011 in the Valade Funeral Home, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale CT followed by a Funeral Service at 10:00 am in the funeral home. Burial will follow in West Thompson Cemetery. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com
At the family’s request, please do not send flowers. Memorial donations may be made to the Community Fire Department and Ambulance Fund, P.O. Box 874, N. Grosvenordale, CT 06255; West Thompson Fire Department, 248 W. Thompson Road, North Grosvenordale, CT 06255; or to a charity of your choice.
John J. Haggerty
August 27, 2011 at 1:20 pmMy sympathy to Robert’s wife, children, grand-children, and great-grand-children in their hour of loss.