It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Edgar Alyre LaFrance, 89, of Moncton, on Thursday August 20, 2026 at Albert House of Hospice SENB, following a brief illness with brain cancer. Born in Moncton, he was the son of the late Stanislaus "Stanley" and Amanda (Cormier) LaFrance.
Edgar was a remarkably gentle, kind and considerate soul who brought warmth wherever he went. He embraced life fully and was happiest surrounded by family and friends, sharing stories, laughter and good times. He treasured his lifelong friends and was always willing to help others. Until the end, Edgar enjoyed gathering with friends and family for pool, cards and music from his beloved jukebox.
An avid sports fan, he was a loyal Montreal Canadiens and Boston Red Sox supporter. In his younger years, he played baseball, hockey, basketball and football in Moncton, and later enjoyed competitive horseshoes, bowling, darts and golf, earning numerous tournament awards. For over 20 years, he held season tickets to Moncton Wildcats games and rarely missed a game with his good friends Don and Jake. Edgar loved music, attending concerts, collecting music and dancing. He enjoyed a long career in sales, including selling men’s clothing and Durell paint throughout the Atlantic provinces. He also worked at the Mountain Road Medical Clinic. During one trip, he bravely saved a young boy from drowning in a hotel pool, an experience he never forgot.
Edgar is survived and will be deeply missed by his wife, Edith (Nowlan) LaFrance; four children: Michelle LaFrance, Kim LaFrance-Blackier, Christine LaFrance, all of Moncton, and André (Gabrielle Montello) of Montréal, Qué.; six grandchildren: Mathieu, Luc, Andrew, Abigail, Samuel and Gabriel; six great-grandchildren: Sebastien, Aurora, Micah, Elijah, Dayna and Ira; two sisters: Lorraine LaFrance of Moncton and Gloria Landry of Shippagan; two brothers: François (late Valérie) and Charles (Lucie), both of Dieppe; as well his nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by one brother, Francis.
The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Albert House for their care and compassion.
The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (506-858-1900) where a celebration of life will take place on Monday August 24 at 4 pm. Visiting hours are Monday from 2 pm until time of funeral. Interment will be at Our Lady of Calvary cemetery in Dieppe. In memory of Edgar, a contribution to Brain Cancer Canada or Hospice SENB (Albert House) would be appreciated.
Words of comfort and donations can be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com