James LaPlante Obituary
The family announces the passing of James LaPlante of Groton, Connecticut on June 14, 2026. James, born on May 17, 1958, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
James will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor James by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though James is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. James’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilfred LaPlante of Van Buren, ME and Regina (Gaudreau) of Saint Leonard, NB.; and his grandparents, Jean Laplante, Alice (Madore) of Van Buren, Arthur Gaudreau and Elizabeth (Thibodeau) of Saint Leonard.
He is survived by: his significant other Gaylene; and his siblings, Jean Claire Bogardus (Lee) of Athens, TX, Jesse and Jason LaPlante of Quebec. He is also survived by two nephews, four nieces, a grand-nephew, two grand-nieces, four aunts and many cousins.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in his name to any charity.
