Henry D. Laperle

Graniteville - On Saturday, June 25th, 2022, Henry D. LaPerle Sr. was called home at the age of 79. The world has lost a great husband, brother, father, stepfather, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend. Henry was born July 25th, 1942, to Donat and Desneiges LaPerle in Barre, VT. He attended Holy Ghost graded school and Spaulding High School where he had many stories to tell from his days in the automotive program, graduating in 1960. Upon graduation he entered the Granite industry where he spent 48 years as a polisher. He took great pride in his work and even made an appearance in ‘The Stone Whistle’ a documentary on the Barre Granite industry featuring John Forsythe. He served his country in the National Guard as a mechanic, retiring as Sgt., after 20 years. He was also a member of Canadian Club and the Knights of Columbus. He married Mary A. Kezer October 12th, 1963, they made their home in East Barre, Williamstown and finally Graniteville. Together they had 3 children Lisa, Brenda & Henry...