Joseph Larouche
FAIRFIELD – Joseph Larouche, 77, of Fairfield, passed away on March 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with kidney disease.
Born on Sept. 19, 1947, in Montreal, Canada, Joseph was a proud Vietnam War veteran, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant and earning a Purple Heart, Bronze Star, and Commendation Medal for Valor.
He was a devoted husband to Mildred “Millie” Larouche for 56 years and a loving father to Michelle Donald (Rick), Tara Goodwin (James), and Kristian Larouche (Julie). His eight grandchildren, Evan, Camden, Payton, Trey, Paige, Tyler, Macie, and Kristian were his greatest joy.
He is survived by his siblings Daniel, Donald, John (Joyce), Linda Mayo (Roland), Cindy Laney (Bill), Vicki York (Randy), Becky Poulin (John), and Robert; along with many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Gloria and Marcel Larouche, and his brother, James “Jimmy” Larouche.
Joseph worked as a route salesman for Harris Baking Co., then as a supervisor at Statler Tissue, and later at Formtek-Maine and Togus VA Medical Center before retiring. He was diagnosed with kidney disease in 2002 and received a transplant in 2006, giving him many more years with family and friends. He had a deep love for his close friends and cherished the time spent with them.
A funeral service will be held March 29, 2025, at 1 p.m. at Shawmut Chapel, Shawmut, Maine, officiated by Steve Donahue, with a reception to follow at the Fairfield VFW. His committal service will take place on May 15, 2025, at noon at the Veterans Memorial.
In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to:
MaineHealth Transplant Program
43 Baxter Blvd.
Portland, ME 04101
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