Ronald P LaForest

January 5, 1963 - May 16, 2016

Ronald Paul LaForest, age 53, of Marquette and formerly of L’Anse passed away Monday, May 16, 2016. He was born in L’Anse on January 5, 1963, the son of the late Harold and Tyyne (Leppanen) LaForest. Ron graduated from L’Anse High School in 1981. He had worked in the metal fabrication industry as a welder. Ron enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading and playing chess. Ron is survived by his sons Kenieth LaForest of Dallas, TX and Wesley (Arin) Vilo of Flint, TX, grandson Deegan Vilo, brothers Thomas (Connie) LaForest of Brillion, WI, James (Diane) LaForest of L’Anse and John (Brenda) LaForest of L’Anse, nieces Abigail and Chloe LaForest, nephew Stephen LaForest and his aunt Irma Haanpaa all of L’Anse. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and his parents. Graveside services will be held at a later date.