Paul F. Lalonde Obituary (1946

OGDENSBURG - Paul F. Lalonde Sr., 79, of Ogdensburg, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh, following a long illness. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no funeral services or calling hours. Arrangements are under the direction of Frary Funeral Home and Cremation Services. Paul F. Lalonde was born on August 13, 1946, in Onondaga, NY, the son of the late Ernest and Mae (Mills) Lalonde. He was a 1964 graduate of Ogdensburg Free Academy. On February 26, 1966, he married Patricia Ashley. Paul proudly served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1971. Following his honorable discharge, he worked as an engineer at Diamond National and later at Stile's Auction House. He eventually founded and operated Lalonde's Tree Service until his retirement. Paul enjoyed wood carving, painting, and always had a project underway. He also enjoyed going to the casino, fishing, and hunting, but his greatest joy came from spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Patricia Lalonde; his daughters, Shelly Taylor of Ogdensburg and Amy (Andrew) Phillips of Brasher Falls; and his son, Timothy Lalonde of Ogdensburg. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Cody Durham, Tabitha (Brad) Johnson, Tanner Bjork, Abigail Carmody, Chloe Brunke, Trevor Phillips, and Leah Taylor; and his great-grandchildren, Jace Durham, Declan Johnson, Colt Montalvo, Ronin Johnson, and Maddex Montalvo. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Paul Lalonde Jr.; his daughter, Lisa Durham; and his siblings, Dale Lalonde and Marie Burns. Donations in Paul's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.donate.cancer.org. Online condolences may be shared at www.FraryFuneralHome.com.