Harvey James Lashomb

 1925 Massena, New York – 2013 Brasher Falls, New York

 

 

Continuation of tree (2nd child of Leon Alvin Lashomb/Ethel Sophia Frego); all known surname descendants:

                  10        Harvey James Lashomb  b: 17 November 1925  Massena, St. Lawrence, NY; d: 3 December 2013  Brasher Falls, St. Lawrence, NY

                                       +Barbara Anna Phelix  b: 27 February 1924  Stockholm, St. Lawrence, NY; m: 11 May 1946  St. Patricks, Brasher, St. Lawrence, NY [Joseph/Mary Anna Fayette]; d: 8 October 1990  Lawrenceville, St. Lawrence, NY

                               11          Keith F. Lashomb  b: Abt. 1947

                               11          John H. Lashomb  b: Abt. 1948

                                                +Sharon ---

                               11          Jerome Vincent Lashomb  b: 2 July 1949  Massena, St. Lawrence, NY; d: 1 August 2009  Massena, St. Lawrence, NY

                               11          Gordon L. Lashomb

                                                 +Carolyn ---

                               11          Nelson J. Lashomb

                                                  +Marilyn ---

                               11          Kathleen Mary Lashomb  b: Abt. 1954; d: 2 April 2016  Johnson City, TN

                                                  +Marlene Steenberg    d: Aft. April 2016

                               11          Lucille B. Lashomb

                                                 +LeRoy Jock

                               11          Karen V. Lashomb

                                                  +Anthony Tipton

 

Notes for Harvey James Lashomb:

Census

- 1940 Norfolk, St. Lawrence, New York:  Leon La Shomb 37 [$3000 house value] laborer/aluminum plant, wife Ethel 36, Victor 16, Harvey 14, Hugh 13, Eileen 12, Leon Jr. 10, Stanley 8, Earl 5, Clark 4.  [Grant Road]

 

- 1950 Stockholm, St. Lawrence, NY:  Harvey J. La Somb 24 weigh wire & cable/aluminum factory, wife Barbara A. 26, Keith F. 3, John H. 2, Jerome V. (July).

 

WWII Records:  Harvey James Lashomb, res. RFD#1, Brasher Falls, NY; b. 17 Nov 1925 Massena, NY; father Mr. Leon Lashomb (same address); 5'5", 150 lbs., brown eyes & black hair, light complexion; 17 Nov 1943 Massena, NY.

 

Obituary:  Hammill Funeral Home (NY): November 17, 1925 - December 3, 2013:  Brasher Falls - Mr. Harvey J. LaShomb, 88, passed away peacefully Tuesday December 3, 2013 in the comfort of his home surrounded by the love, comfort, and care of his family and hospice.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop.  Harvey was born in Massena on November 17, 1925 to the late Leon A. and Ethel S. (Fregoe) LaShomb.  He was raised and educated locally; attending Sacred Heart School in Massena, District 6 in Norfolk, and St. Joseph’s Academy in Brasher Falls.  On January 18, 1944 Harvey was inducted into the US Army; WWII 409th Infantry of the 103rd division, also known as the “Cactus” division.  He proudly served his country with pride and excellence; always having reverence for and remembering December 7th, Pearl Harbor Day.  Harvey was honorably discharged on January 2, 1946.  Harvey married A. Barbara Phelix on May 11, 1946 at St. Patrick Church in Brasher Falls, with Fr. Cotter officiating.  They shared in life together building a family and home filled with dedication, love, and laughter.  They were joined in a blessed union for 44 years, until the time of Barbara’s passing on October 8, 1990.  For 43 years Harvey worked as a crane driver at ALCOA, retiring March 1, 1987.  Harvey was blessed with a friendly personality and spirit.  He loved to attend social events and even more enjoyed the good conversation.  His ability for striking up a conversation was often paired with the buying or selling of raffle tickets that he was also very fond of.  Harvey liked card games, never turning down a good game of pitch.  He frequently bowled at Gervais Lanes in Moira, and at one time was an avid hunter.  Those who knew and loved him will always remember him for being a people person and he will be greatly missed.  Harvey was extremely active in his community belonging to many organizations.  He was a past assessor for the Town of Lawrence, serving for 8 years.  A member of: VFW Post# 793, American Legion Post#514, K of C Post# 2176, Moose Lodge#1110, Honorary Elk Lodge#1702, Charter Member of Lawrenceville Fire Department; serving as treasurer for many years, St. Regis Falls Sportsman’s Club, ALCOA 25 year Club, and the Moira Bowling League, where he was inducted to the Hall of Fame.  He was a parishioner of St. Lawrence Church in North Lawrence, serving as a trustee for several years.  He is survived by 4 sons: Keith LaShomb of Hiwassee, VA., John and Sharon LaShomb of Lawrenceville, Gordon and Carolyn LaShomb of Nicholville, and Nelson and Marilyn LaShomb of Brushton, 3 daughters: Kathleen LaShomb of Johnson City, TN., Lucille and LeRoy Jock of North Lawrence, and Karen and Anthony Tipton of Johnson City TN., 9 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, 3 brothers: Victor and Pauline LaShomb of Massena, Earl and Mia LaShomb of Paxton, AZ., and Clark and June LaShomb of Norfolk, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Harvey was predeceased by, his son Jerome “Jerry” LaShomb on August 1, 2009, brothers Hugh, Wayne, Stanley, and Clement LaShomb, sister Eileen Farnsworth, and 2 infant sisters: Mary and Lucille.  Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6-8 and Friday from 2-4 and 6-8.  Harvey’s Funeral Service and Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday December 7, at 11:00am, at St. Lawrence Church in North Lawrence with Fr. Garry Giroux presiding.  Burial will follow in St. Lawrence Cemetery.  For those wishing to express an act of kindness, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Lawrenceville Fire Dept., Tri- Town Rescue, or Hospice & Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley Inc.

 

Tombstone Inscription, St. Lawrence Cemetery, North Lawrence, NY:  LaSHOMB / Barbara A. / 1924 - 1990 / married / May 11, 1946 / Harvey J. / 1925 - 2013

 

 

Jerome Vincent Lashomb:  Donaldson Funeral Home (NY):  Massena - Mr. Jerome V. "Jerry" Lashomb, 60, died peacefully Saturday morning August 1, 2009, at the Highland Nursing Home.  He had been a patient since February 13, 2009.  He was born July 2, 1949, in Massena, NY, the son of Harvey and the late Beatrice (Phelix) LaShomb.  He graduated from St. Lawrence Central High School in 1967, from SUNY Canton in 1970 and graduated summa cum laude from Quinnipiac University, May 21, 2000 in Connecticut.  He was a computer program analyst at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Connecticut.  He was a member of the Lions Club in Durham, Connecticut.  He enjoyed caring for his pet dogs and cats, and was an avid bowler, golfer and enjoyed playing softball.  He loved his gardening.  Surviving is his father Harvey, LBSH, Brasher Falls; 3 sisters, Kathleen Lashomb, Johnson City, TN; Lucille and Leroy Jock, N. Lawrence; Karen Lashomb, Johnson City, TN; 4 brothers, Keith F., Hiawasse, VA; John and Sharon, Lawrenceville, NY; Gordon and Carolyn, Nicholville, NY; Nelson and Marilyn, Brushton, NY; many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.  No public calling hours or funeral services.  Memorial contributions may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Association at E. Syracuse, NY.

 

Kathleen M. Lashomb:  Daily Courier Observer (TN), Monday, 4 April 2016:  Kathleen Mary LaShomb, 62, Johnson City, TN, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2016, surrounded by family and friends at Johnson City Medical Center.  Originally from Lawrenceville, NY, Kathleen has been a transplant in Johnson City for approximately 40 years.  She loved this area and enjoyed all the craft festivals it had to offer.  She fully enjoyed traveling via cruises, bus trips, and day trips; especially to Cherokee, NC, and as always, trips back home to northern NY brought her great joy.  After receiving her BSN from East Tennessee State University and her Masters in Education from Phoenix University, she retired from Johnson City Medical Center after 35 years in nursing.  In addition to her parents, Harvey and Barbara LaShomb, she was preceded in death by, her brother, Jerome “Jerry” LaShomb.  Survivors include: her partner of 40 years, Marlene Steenberg; her brothers, Keith F. LaShomb, John H. LaShomb and his wife Sharon, Gordon L. LaShomb and his wife Carolyn, Nelson J. LaShomb and his wife Marilyn; sisters, Lucille B. Jock and her husband LeRoy, and Karen V. Tipton and her husband Anthony; several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews; Haley and Mattie, who always had a very special place in her heart; and her extended family at Boone Hill Court community.  The family of Kathleen LaShomb will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at Morris-Baker Funeral Home.  The funeral service will follow at 8:00 PM with Rev. Mike Richards officiating.  Pallbearers will be: Keith LaShomb, John LaShomb, Gordon LaShomb, Nelson LaShomb, Wayne Steenberg, Johnny LaShomb and Jason LaShomb.  Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home by 9:30 AM Thursday to go in procession to Monte Vista Memorial Park for 10:00 AM graveside services.  Morris-Baker Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Johnson City, is serving the LaShomb family.

 

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