Obituary - Richard LaFramboise

Richard LaFramboise 

It is with heavy hearts the family and special friends of Richard LaFramboise, announce his passing on January 31 at the age of 76. 

Beloved husband of Joan Houghston married 50 years. 

Cherished brother to John [Margaret] and predeceased by James [Noreen]. 

Predeceased by parents Hilda and E.T. LaFramboise. 

Richard will be remembered for being strong and not afraid to speak his mind. Above all else he enjoyed sharing his stories and making everyone laugh. 

Over the years, he started a sporting goods retail store with his cousin Joe LaFramboise called J & R Sports, in Amherstburg. 

He then entered the world of professional wrestling, travelling throughout Florida, Georgia and Alabama for more than a decade. 

On September 11, 1972 he was featured in a charity event in Amherstburg sponsored by the Lion’s Club to raise funds for 4 area handicap persons in a Tag Team bout with Legendary Lou Klein. The event also featured the famous Sheik wrestling Fred Curry. 

He retired from pro wrestling and worked in the construction business with his brother Jim in Florida. 

Finally, he moved to Birmingham, Alabama and became an independent “Construction Inspector“ for various government agencies in Georgia, Florida and Alabama. 

As per Richard’s wishes, cremation has taken place. 

A Mass of intention will be March 7th at 9a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church. All are welcome. 

Richard’s brother, John, can be reached at: 

[519 ] 259-3636 and email at John.cpc@outlook.com