It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of Michael David LaPlante (Lil Mike) on Friday, October 1, 2021 at the age of 51 years. Michael was a grandfather, father, brother, uncle, cousin and a friend. He was predeceased by his parents Karen LaPlante and Michael Ward; grandparents Elizabeth and Jimmy Ward and Michael LaPlante Sr. and Pearl LaPlante; aunties Loretta and Celesta; and uncles Wayne, Allen and Brian.
Michael is survived by his children Brett and Lee Pratt and grandchildren and Jesse LeJour; special caring friend Sharon LeJour; brothers Blair and Andre; sisters Celesta Grace and Rita; uncles Lloyd, Glen, and Warren; aunties Mary and Gloria LaPlante, Jane Crook and Violet, cousin Yolanda as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.