Charles Lafrance

CHUCK LAFRANCE IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Charles “Chuck” Henry LaFrance, 77, of Idaho Falls, died July 15, 2008, at Life Care Center. He was born February 1, 1931, in Port Townsend, Washington, to Carl Bernard LaFrance and Edith May Keen LaFrance. He attended schools in Kent and Auburn, Washington. He served as a staff sergeant in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. On October 24, 1979, he married Marilyn Effie White in Vancouver, Washington. He worked at Boeing Aircraft as a field service engineer. He also worked at Picker X-Ray, Siemann X-Ray Service, and General Electric Medical Systems. He volunteered at area high schools, where he taught gun safety. He was a member of the Idaho Falls First Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, repairing guns, and traveling. Chuck especially enjoyed his visit to Russia and always loved being with his family. Survivors include: Wife: Marilyn LaFrance, Idaho Falls, ID Son: Will (Hannah) LaFrance, Washington Daughter: Marlene (Rick) Higgins, Washington Son: Bart (Lisa) Barnes, Alaska Son: Ben (Renee) Barnes, Washington Daughter: Laura (Brad) Anderson, Oregon Sister: Shirley Jackson, Port Townsend, Washington 16 Grandchildren & 5 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 21, 2008, at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1900 Grandview Drive, with Roger Manwiller officiating. Military Rites will be performed following the services by the Bonneville County Veterans Memorial Team and Idaho Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, please give to the First Church of the Nazarene’s Work and Witness Missions. --------------------------------------------- Condolences Received Online: Shawna Gustad shawnajg@hotmail.com I just want to say how sorry I am to hear about Uncle Chuck. Marilyn, my thoughts and prayers are with you. You might not remember me. I am Shawna Hammon Gustad. I miss that side of the family. Kathie Bischke Marilyn, I was saddened when I heard of Chuck's death. He is now at peace and is in heaven with his Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. I know these days ahead will be hard, but your faith will get you through. In His Precious Love, Kathie Jon Muench jonmuench@msn.com I am so sorry about your loss. You do not know me but the name "LaFrance" is very special to me. Jerry LaFrance was my airplane mechanic in southern California for many years. I do not know if there was a relationship with Chuck, but somehow I feel that there must have been. In any case, once again, I'm sorry. Jerry was a very dear friend before passing on several years ago. I extend my condolences to all of you and your family. May he continue to live in happy thoughts of him for the rest of your lives! Bill Waetje I am happy to know that Chuck ha been promoted to GLORY! He is feeling no pain and having no tears. God has given him His peace. I truly hope and know that Marilyn and the family will find the peace and comfort that only God can give. I'll miss you Chuck. God bless you Marilyn. BW Sandy Rydalch sandra@rydalch.org Marilyn & Family, My condolences to you. I am so sorry for your loss, yet so glad his trial is over. I pray the Lord will bless you and comfort you in the days to come. You were always one of my favorite people. God bless you and sustain you through this, another trial in your life. Love, Sandy Jackie LaFrance I am so sorry to hear of Chuck's death. I was married to him for 23 years. He was a wonderful father to Will and Marlene, a caring husband, and a good friend to all who knew him. I always remember him as a really great person. He will always be with me in thought.