Gladstone, MI
Richard F. “Dick” LaVigne, 83, of Gladstone (formerly of Cary, IL) passed away Thursday morning May 18, 2017 at his residence.
Dick was born May 8, 1934 in Powers, MI the son of Ernest and Pearl (Revord) LaVigne. He was an Ironworker for C&NW/Union Pacific for 44 years, retiring in 1996. Following retirement, the LaVignes spent the winters in San Antonio, TX.
Dick married the former Phyllis Quick on October 13, 1956. In addition to his wife of 60 years, survivors include:
Sons:
Mike (Anita) LaVigne of Hoffman Estates, IL
Pat (Vicki) LaVigne of Belvidere, IL
Dave (Jana) LaVigne of Montgomery, IL
Daughter: Marcia Gray of Frisco, TX
9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren
Sister: Geri McQueen of Merced, CA
In addition to his parents, his son, Richard LaVigne Jr, brother, Ernest LaVigne Jr. preceded Dick in death.
According to Dick’s wishes, no services will be held. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Beacon House of Marquette or the Gladstone Senior Center.
Maria G. Davis - College Grove, TN
My deepest sympathies go out to the LaVigne Family. Its not easy loosing someone so dear in all your hearts at this time of life but Richard was loved by all he left behind which I believe was the greatest moments ever. He has now been called to for another journey of his life, I know there are a lot of supporters up in heaven now that are showing him around up above. He was always very nice to those he met in past and future. God keep him near you and bring peace to the family.
God Bless you all,
Mike LaVigne - Hoffman Estates , Il
My Dad, A Great Dad to us,his kids and Husband to our Mom, he was the strongest Man I have ever known, never let life’s challenges stop him, slowed him down a bit maybe but never stopped. He always liked riding his bike and even after losing a leg he eventually got a 3-wheeled bike and was back riding around the neighborhood. I miss the times I used to go bike riding with him after dinner in our old neighborhood in Cary. I miss my Dad greatly and always will. I Love You Dad!
Mike
Sherron Jaschke - Crystal Lake, II
Phyllis. I am so sorry that your husband passed away .It was always nice to see him with his great smile and his sense of humor. It was also good to see how close the two of you were and I know you will now miss him ,. but I also know you two will see each other again. Phyllis I am really sorry I haven’t kept in touch with you……I do think of you often , I always enjoyed spending time with you .YES even when we were doing keyboards. If you get back to Crystal Lake I would love to see you again. I am not good on face book but maybe I will try it out. I will keep you in my prayers.