Francis O. Lacasse

Francis O. LaCasse, 97 of Ancram, NY passed away on Sunday September 11, 2016 at Columbia Memorial Hospital in Hudson, NY.

He was born on March 16, 1919 in Shelburne, VT the son of the late Oliver and Nora (Blair) LaCasse.

Along with his late wife Anne, Mr. LaCasse was the owner and operator of the Blue Bell Farm in Ancram. As the farm operator he received numerous quality control awards for milk production during his career.

Francis was a veteran of World War II serving with the United States Army, 751st tank battalion. He served during the Tunisian Campaign and the Italian Campaign in the invasion of Salerno. Francis received numerous medal for his service including two bronze stars and the Silver Star Medal. He was a member of the American Legion Post in Copake Falls, NY.

Survivors include his two sons, James LaCasse of Ancram and Stephen LaCasse of Valatie. He also leaves a sister Katherine and a brother Albert along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited and may call on Thursday September 15, 2016 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM at the Peck and Peck Funeral Home, 8063 State Route 22 in Copake, NY.

Interment with military honors will be held on Friday September 16, 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Gerald B.H. Solomon National Cemetery in Schuylerville, NY

Memorial contributions may be made to a charity or organization of one's choice.

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