Robert J. LaFountain, age 80 of Acushnet, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021 in Brandon Woods after a lengthy illness. He was the husband of Judith Ann (Faustino) LaFountain.
Born in Freetown, a son of the late Leon and Bertha (Protin) LaFountain. Bob was employed as a truck driver/ mechanic for Kyler Seafood for 20 years retiring in 2006. He loved his family dearly; He enjoyed his home, especially his fishpond, garden and his animals. He smart man, who could build or repair almost anything; all that knew him will sadly miss Bob.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his siblings, Carol Bailey and her husband Linwood of E. Freetown and Danny LaFountain and his wife Mary of E. Freetown and many nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Albert LaFountain.
Contributions in Robert’s honor may be made to: Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO BOX 849168, Boston, MA 02215.
Arrangements are in the care of the WARING-SULLIVAN HOME at FAIRLAWN, 180 Washington Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719. Due to the current restrictions regarding the Covid-19 Pandemic services were private. To leave a note of condolence: www.waring-sullivan.com