Lawrence J. Belanger Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Lawrence J. “Lonny” Belanger, 63, of South Second Avenue, Broadalbin died Sunday evening October 11, 2015 as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He was born in Amsterdam on March 6, 1952 a son of Laurence and Laura Bayes Belanger and was a 1970 graduate of Broadalbin High School. Lonny was a lifelong area resident. At the time of his death, he was employed as a plumber and steamfitter at General Electric Co. in Schenectady. Lonny was also a well-known area DJ. He was a member of the Steamfitters Union, Local #128 and a member of the Kennyetto Masonic Lodge #599 of Broadalbin. As a rock hound, one of his greatest passions was digging at Herkimer Diamonds. He also loved playing the guitar and was actively working at his dream of retiring and becoming a professional musician. Everyone who met Lonny loved him. He was so compassionate and always willing to help anyone who needed it. Lonny had a strong work ethic. He loved fishing and being in touch with nature. Hopefully he and his dad are playing their guitars which they both loved. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, David A. Belanger who died in 1996. Survivors include a son, Brian Belanger of Shawnee, KS; a brother, Robert “B-Jay” (Lori) Belanger of Sprakers; a sister, Cheryl (John) Sparks of Edinburg; a nephew, J.R. Sparks; and his furry feline companion, Zippy. Cremation was performed at Park View Crematorium, Schenectady. Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 1 – 3 pm at the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc. 111 County Highway 106 (corner of Route 29 & Black Street Johnstown. A prayer service will follow at 3pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Kennyetto Fire Company or to the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in c/o Dr. Sheridan, both in care of the funeral home.

Lawrence J. Belanger

March 6, 1952 - October 11, 2015

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