William "Bill" J. LaPlante, 44, of Brattleboro, VT passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at his residence. He was born in Albany, NY on June 6, 1970; the son of Phillip and Jacqueline (Guerette) LaPlante of NH.
Bill was a resident of Brattleboro for the past 15 years. He previously resided in Rutland, Burlington and Bennington. He was self-employed as a skilled carpenter and painter for over 25 years. He enjoyed spending time at the river, fishing, swimming, was a good athlete; playing soccer and baseball, and loved taking walks at night with his wife Lisa.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Lisa LaPlante of Brattleboro; a son, Ryan LaPlante of NY; a step daughter, Chelsea; a sister, Michelle LaPlante of Bridgewater, VT; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, September 15, 2014 from 2PM to 4Pm at KER-WESTERLUND FUNERAL HOME, 57 High Street, Brattleboro, VT 05301. In lieu of flowers please consider donations in Bill's name to Lisa LaPlante, c/o Ker-Westerlund Funeral Home, at the address above, or to the Brattleboro Retreat, 1 Anna Marsh Ln, Brattleboro, VT 05302 or to the Phoenix House RISE Program, 435 Western Ave, Brattleboro, VT 05301.