1966 – 2021
Buckfield – Cathy A. LaChapelle, 55, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at Central Maine Medical Center.
Born on Jan. 12, 1966, daughter of the late Dominic and Phyllis Giachetti. Cathy attended and graduated from Stearns High School of Millinocket, Class of 1984. She went on to graduate with her Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Maine. She later earned her Master of Social Work from the University of New England. A dedicated and ambitious student, even late into life; Cathy was currently enrolled in Capella University’s Doctor of Social Work program, with plans to earn her PhD. She devoted 27 years of her career to The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Cathy was married to Jeffrey LaChapelle, the love of her life. Together, they shared 36 years, had wonderful life and raised two children, whom she was immensely proud of. Cathy’s greatest pleasures in life were being with her husband, spending quality time with her children and their significant others, whom she loved like they were her own, and spoiling her three poodles. Cathy also had developed a passion and knack for quilting in recent years; she stitched each square with love.
She is survived by her husband. She is also survived by her son Connor LaChapelle, and his fiancé, Jordan LaCross; her daughter, Mckenna LaChapelle, and her partner, Daniel Alles; her sisters and brothers, Jody Grindle, Terry LaBarbara, Chris Giachetti, and Dick Bishop; her mother-in-law, Judith LaChapelle, her father-in-law, Ronald LaChapelle; and several nephews, nieces, and cousins. Cathy also leaves behind her beloved poodle children, Bella, Griffin and Willie. She will be missed immensely.
Cathy is predeceased by her parents, and her sister, Patricia Glidden
Family and friends are invited to visit The Fortin Group for Calling Hours on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 from 4:00-7:00 P.M., located at 217 Turner St, Auburn, ME 04210.
A service will be held on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 10:30 AM at The Fortin Group, located at 217 Turner St, Auburn, ME 04210. Following the service, there will be procession to Buckfield Village Cemetery, located at N Buckfield Rd, Buckfield, ME 04220.
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