Livermore Falls – The band was calling for Wilfred Eleude Laplante “Willie”, 89, of Livermore Falls to his heavenly home as he passed away unexpectedly and quickly on Friday, December 10, 2021, at his residence. He was born April 26, 1932, in Mexico, the son of Alphonse Laplante and Aldea (Michaud) Laplante. On June 8, 1963, he married Suzuko Hiraoka of Japan. He retired, 30 years, as a state certified security guard for the International Paper Company; he was a member of the International Paper Company Quarter Century Club. He sang and played lead guitar in the band at the Jay V.F.W. Post #3335 on Friday nights for over 19 years. He also volunteered for many musical events with his friends from the V.F.W. Pa would drive to the coast to help out the Tripps when they owned Sonny’s Seafood. Wilfred loved playing music, his most cherished times were when he sang beside his brothers and sisters; he was a very gifted woodworker, donating many models of boats, birdhouses, and even cremation urns. Winning several blue ribbons at the Farmington Fair for many years. He was a self- taught fix it kind of guy, who was a helper to all extents when someone needed a hand. No task was too big or too small for him to tackle and adapt to new things, even with two less fingers. He is survived by his wife Suzie Laplante, daughters, Darlene Edmond (Alan), and Chrystal Tripp (Michael), his son Wilfred Laplante, Jr., stepchildren Joyce Bryant (Terry) and William Spiller; 6 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren; brother Raoul Laplante (Marsha) and sister Gertrude Richards. He was predeceased by his parents, his siblings, Robert, Norman, Emile, Renee, Beatrice, Antoinette, Olivette, and Pauline. A heart filled thank you for the First responders, Fire Rescue and to the neighbors across the street (Bobby, and Valerie Martin); for them we couldn’t be more thankful.
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Laplante – Wilfred E., 89 of Livermore Falls, Maine passed away December 10, 2021. A graveside service at Holy Cross Cemetery, 445 Park Street, Livermore Falls, Maine will be announced in the Spring of 2022. Arrangements by FINLEY FUNERAL HOME, 15 Church Street, Livermore Falls, Maine. In lieu of flowers please donate to the V.F.W. Post #3335, 64 Jewell Street, Jay, Maine 04239.