Obituary of Doris A. LaFountain

     Mrs. Doris A. LaFountain, 94, of N. Utica, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the Masonic Care Community in Utica, with her loving family by her side.

     Doris was born in Utica, on August 31, 1930, the daughter of Elmer and Lillian (Oeinck) Hutchins. She was raised in Utica and was a graduate of Utica Free Academy. On May 22, 1954, Doris was united in marriage with Fred J. LaFountain, a loving and devoted union of 42 years until Fred’s death in 1996. At one time, Doris was employed with Household Finance and was employed and later retired from Price Chopper Grocery Stores. Most recently Doris was employed as a bookkeeper with the All-American Fitness Center in New Hartford. Doris enjoyed gardening and reading but was especially fond of her childrens’ and grandchildrens’ sporting and school events where she was their biggest supporter. Her greatest joy was the time she spent with her adoring family who were the light of her life. Doris was of the Lutheran Faith.

      Mrs. LaFountain is survived by her three loving children, James and Cindy LaFountain of S. Utica, Thomas and Susan LaFountain of New Hartford and Denise and Al Barbato of Schuyler; 11 cherished grandchildren, Jason (Audrey) LaFountain, Cassie LaFountain, Taryn (Chris) Hameline, Grace LaFountain, Patrick LaFountain, Luke LaFountain, Lauren (Jeremy) Kozak, Lindsey (Rich) Nimey, Al (Sally) Barbato, Jr., Bianca (Mark) Owens and Vincent (Gianna) Barbato and, 16 adored great grandchildren. In addition, Doris is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Jacqueline Hutchins of Whitesboro and their son and daughter Scott Hutchins and Robyn Grieco and families.

     A private family viewing will be Monday, October 21, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at the Heintz Funeral Home, 408 Herkimer Rd., N. Utica. Services will immediately follow at 12:00 noon with the conclusion of visitation. Doris will be laid to rest with her beloved husband Fred at the West Schuyler Cemetery, Schuyler, NY. Those wishing to donate in Doris’ memory, please consider the Masonic Care Community, 2150 Bleecker St., Utica, NY 123501. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

    Mrs. LaFountain’s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and staff at the Masonic Care Community, Amherst Household and rehabilitation unit, especially Gail and Debra for the loving care and compassion they provided to Doris.