LACONIA - Ronald H. "Frenchie" Lamontagne, 61, of Laconia, has taken his final ride to go and be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. Ron recently discovered he had cancer. He made the most of his last days with his loved ones who surrounded him. His faith in God allowed him to pass away peacefully.
Ron was born on August 14, 1956 in Laconia, the son of Henry Joseph Lamontagne and Jeannette Alice (Gray) Atherton. He worked for most of his life as a painter for Don Lamontagnes Painting. Ron was a member of St. Andre Bessette Parrish and also a longtime member of the Elks Lodge #876, the Sons of the American Legion, the VFW Men's Auxiliary and also a member of the Laconia Rod & Gun Club. Ron loved riding his motorcycle and was an avid coin collector. He was a huge New England Patriots fan, enjoyed football, being with his family and especially hanging out with the love of his life, Gail and his bird, Charlie.
Ron is survived by his mother and step-father, Jeannette and Walter Atherton of Tilton, his life partner, Gail Anthony, his two daughters; Chelsea Lamontagne McClung and Amanda Williams, three step-daughters; Stephanie Campbell, Tia Rodriguez and Christine Marchetre, two step-sons; Ronald and John Cathcart, four brothers; Wilfred "Rock" Lamontagne, his twin brother Donald Lamontagne and his wife Marcia, Jon Lamontagne and his wife Donna and Henry Lamontagne, two sisters; Bridget Elliott and her husband Ben and Brenda Nelson and her husband Todd, two grandchildren; Lexy and Alyssa, many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. In addition to his father, he was predeceased by his brother, Steve C. Lamontagne.
There will be a celebration of life held at 1PM on Sunday, September 17, 2017 the Laconia Elks Lodge #876, 17 Sugarbush Lane, Gilford. Please use the rear entrance.
A private burial will be held in the family lot at Union Cemetery in Laconia.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements.