Obituary of Donald St. Laurent II

Donald A. St. Laurent, II, a man who loved his family, friends, and people in need, passed away tragically on Friday night, Dec. 2, 2011. He was 29 years old. Donald was born in Winchester and lived in Reading until eighth grade where he excelled in football and baseball. He was a graduate of Lincoln Sudbury High School and had lived in Billerica for a number of years before moving to Hudson, NH. His friends and family described him as kind, loving, and adventurous. He co-owned Good Guys for Hire where he worked as a roofer and carpenter. He prized the world around him appreciating its beauty and diversity. He took the opportunity to travel around the country, seeking out adventures, challenges, and embracing new life experiences. He loved the outdoors and camping. He particularly was drawn to the ocean and beaches. He was kind and would seek out those in need, offering a lending hand. It wasn’t unusual for Donald to hop in his car and drive 5 hours to visit a friend or family member. He was interested in life, man’s survival, and seeing the big picture. He loved his family and friends, sharing time, experiences, and laughter with them. His life was cut short tragically, but he experienced and saw more than most would see in a lifetime. His death will be difficult to accept, but he will remain forever in the hearts and minds of his family and friends. Donald was the beloved son of Debra A. (Downing) St. Laurent of Hudson, NH formerly of Billerica and Donald A. St. Laurent of Grafton. Brother of Staff Sergeant Daniel St. Laurent of Methuen stationed in Afghanistan US Army & his fiancé Amie Wilkinson, Brian “Rico” Milo of Hudson, NH and Michelle Milo of Billerica. Grandson of Arthur & Geraldine Downing of Woburn and the late Marie & W. J. St. Laurent. Nephew of Ronald & Kathy St. Laurent of Windham, NH, Richard St. Laurent of Georgetown, Joel & Carol Boutin of Georgetown, Tom & Missy St. Laurent of Salisbury, Arthur Downing, Jr. of Hawaii, Gary Downing of CA, and Cindy Raboin of Burlington. Also survived by 19 cousins. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off Rt. 128, Woburn side) on Friday, Dec. 9 at 10:15 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Barbara’s Church, 138 Cambridge Rd., Woburn at 11:30 a.m. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 p.m. Relatives & friends respectfully invited to attend. Interment private.