Franklin D. LaDue Sr. Obituary
Franklin D. LaDue, 82, of Kempton, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Teresa A. (Slattery) LaDue to whom he was married 26 years. Born in Tupper Lake, NY, November 8, 1940, Franklin was the son of the late Yvette (Romanada) Leroux, Peter LaDue and Ligourie Leroux. Franklin faithfully and honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. During his service of 26 years, he was a salvage diver and earned the rank of Senior Chief (E8). Franklin was a member of American Legion Post # 217, Topton and V.F.W. Post # 2124, Allentown. He was of the Catholic faith.
Survivors: In addition to his wife, Teresa; children, Craig A. LaDue (and wife Sheom), Franklin D. LaDue, Jr. (and wife Lori), Delieca L. LaDue-White (and husband David); brother, Lee Leroux, sister, Yvette LaFrankie; 9 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; predeceased by siblings, Peter, Roger, Darlene, and Rodney.
Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and/or The American Cancer Society both in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.
