Robert G. LaChance

August 28, 1946 - April 11, 2020

DANVERS- Robert G. LaChance, 73, passed away on April 11, 2020 following a lengthy illness. He was the husband of the late Audrey (Lesley) LaChance. Born in Danvers on August 28, 1946, he was the son of the late George and Flora (Ouimette) LaChance. He graduated from Danvers High School in 1964, where he played for the hockey team. Robert enjoyed hockey and was an avid golfer and bowler, earning many trophies. He golfed in many tournaments around the North Shore. Robert also sponsored a charity golf tournament in memory of his late wife, Audrey as well as a team for the annual North Shore Cancer walk. Robert and Audrey enjoyed trips to Disney, twice a year, for several years. He was an avid sports fan and loved cheering for the Bruins and Patriots. Robert was an amazing cook and was known for his famous lasagna. Robert had worked at Hotwatt in Danvers for several years and more recently was the manager at Crosby’s grocery store. He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Clark and her husband Tom of Salem and his son, Robert LaChance, Jr. of Salem, two sisters Donna Mahaney of Beverly and Noreen Carvalho and her husband, Patrick of FL, two grandchildren, John and Gadge, a brother-in-law, William Mahoney of Peabody and many nieces and nephews. A private funeral service will be held at later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Robert’s name to North Shore Cancer WALK, Development Office 81 Highland Ave., Salem, MA, 01970.