Philip O. LaBonte Jr.

Philip O. LaBonte Jr., 63, formerly of Naugatuck passed away peacefully while surrounded in the loving presence of his family at Hartford Hospital on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.  Phil was the loving son of Sandra (Chappell) LaBonte and the late Philip LaBonte Sr. born on July 4, 1961.

Phil worked as a truck driver for Fred Lemay, a job he very much enjoyed.  When not working, he could be found riding his Harley.  He also played guitar and listening to classic rock.  If you knew Phil you knew he could answer any history question.  He could fill in the dates and details for any event in world history.  History fascinated him. 

Phil loved his family.  He leaves to cherish his love and memory beside his mother Sandy of Prospect, his loving son Philip LaBonte III of Thomaston and his cherished grandchildren Philip IV and Sydney.  He also leaves his sister Susan Borg of Naugatuck and brothers Steven LaBonte and wife Elisha of Az. and Lance LaBonte of Prospect as well as several nieces and nephews.  Phil is preceded in death by his father and his life partner and love of his life Elizabeth (Beth) Duffy.

Friends and family are invited to visit with Phil’s family on Wednesday October 23, 2024 from 5pm to 6:30 pm at Prospect Memorial/ The Palmerie Family Funeral Home, 122 Waterbury Rd., Prospect.  A service of remembrance will begin at 6:30 pm.  Prospect Memorial/ The Palmerie Family Funeral Home is honored to assist and care for the LaBonte family during their time of grief.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Philip LaBonte Jr. Memorial Grandchildrens’ Scholarship Fund addressed as Sydney LaBonte or Philip LaBonte IV are greatly appreciated. 

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