William “Bill” LaManche, 71, of East Syracuse died at home Aug. 4, 2019. Born in Syracuse, Bill was a 1965 graduate of East Syracuse High School and attended Syracuse University School of Management. He served in the Army Reserve for six years, discharged as sergeant.
He had a lengthy career in manufacturing and manufacturing management starting with 20 years at Bristol Myers and retired as Plant Manager from McIntosh Box and Pallet. Bill served many years as a volunteer and civic involvement, including United Way, Boy Scouts, Little League, Jaycees, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, New York State Bass Federation and, most recently, member of the Board of Directors of Onondaga County Anglers Association and delegate to Onondaga County Federation of Sportsman’s Clubs. He was a member of New York Bow Hunters and Onondaga County Civil War Round Table. He was an avid boater, hunter and fisherman. He was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Minoa.
Predeceased by parents William and Dorothy (Weyer) LaManche; sister, Margaret Small; brother, Kenneth LaManche and brother-in-law, Kenneth Maloney. Also, his cherished Golden Labrador, Houston. Survived by wife, Cheryl (Sternberg/Elmer); children – daughters, Patricia Auger of Kirkville and her children, Patrick and Hannah Owens; Dawn LaManche (Jason Woodruff) and his children, Caleb and Audrey of Manlius; son, Randall (Kristy) LaManche and their daughters, Kendall and Ashlyn of Marcellus; stepson, Colin Elmer (Mary Schneider) and their daughters Autumn and Summer of Bridgeport; sisters, Martha Maloney of Pulaski and Dorothy (James) Doane of Syracuse; several nieces and nephews.
Bill will be remembered for his unique sense of humor. He was a remarkable person, fantastic neighbor and a loving husband, father and grandfather. Well loved by all. Mass was held at St. Mary’s Church, burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Friday, Aug. 9. Contributions to The Cpt. Kyle R. Schneider Foundation, PO Box 8, Baldwinsville, NY 13027, please write in memo “Take a Soldier Fishing”.
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