BARNSTEAD ---- Lawrence Leo Collette, 76, of Gilmanton Road, passed away at his home on Friday, June 9, 2023.
Lawrence was born on October 12, 1946, in Laconia, NH, the son of Leo and Kathleen (Houley) Collette.
Larry worked various construction jobs, including concrete and spent many hours working for himself with his Woodmizer, bartering and making deals.
He enjoyed the outdoors, his animals and people. Larry "Never-Met a Stranger" and you never knew who would be at the table for an afternoon sit down.
Lawrence is survived by his daughter Christine Conway, sister Kathleen Soenderby, brother Richard Collette, nieces, nephews and cousins, along with many friends and acquaintances far and near. In addition to his parents, Lawrence is predeceased by his beloved wife Rhonda (Russell) Collette, his brother Ronald J. Collette and nephew Ronald J. Collette, Jr.
Per Larry's wishes there will not be any formal services. Please honor him in your own loving way.
For those who wish to contribute to a memorial donation, Larry respected the work of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, NH, 03246, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit wilkinsonbeane.com.