Francis "Fritz" Robert Laurion's Obituary
Francis Robert Laurion, age 80 of Canadian Lakes (formerly of Vassar), passed away early Monday morning, January 16, 2017, at Lakeview Terrace surrounded by family. A memorial mass will be held Friday, January 27, 2017, at 11:00 AM, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Remus, with Fr. Tom Boufford as Celebrant. Visitation will take place at the church one hour prior to the service.
Francis was born March 21, 1936, the son of Jasper and Cecelia (Lesperence) Laurion. Although he had many hobbies and interests, Francis was best known for his personality. He made friends everywhere he went, and was always able to put others at ease. Friendly, fun, and “a jokester” were all words used to describe him.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of almost 59 years, Joyce; three children, Melissa (Thomas) Troyanowski, Jacquelyn (Michael) Clark, and Robert (Sylvia) Laurion; eight grandchildren, Bradley (Dana), Matthew, and Andrew Troyanowski, Michael and Miranda Laurion, and Theresa, Allison, and Jason Clark; two great-grandchildren, Sophia and Fritz Troyanowski, and two sisters, Marie and Laura.
Francis was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Lucille, and two brothers, Clement and Gilbert.
Those desiring may direct memorial contributions to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation. Envelopes will be available at the church.
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