Donald L. Racette

PLATTSBURGH | Donald L. Racette, 89, of Plattsburgh, passed away Aug. 17, 2021, at his home with his loving family by his side. He was born in Clayburg, New York, July 4, 1932, the son of Ernest and Isabelle (DuBrey) Racette. Donald graduated from Sallaz Academy. Following his graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country until his honorable discharge. He married Irene Boulerice June 4, 1955, in Mooers, New York. He worked for General Electric in Schenectady, and was a New York State Trooper for a short time until he became a corrections officer, and retired as sergeant. In his free time, he enjoyed bowling, fishing, boating, and golfing. Donald and Irene enjoyed spending winters in Florida and Myrtle Beach. Donald was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Irene; and his siblings Gerald, Eugene, and Geraldine. He is survived by his children: Jeffrey Racette and his wife, Patti, of Beekmantown; Cheryl Stasiewski and her husband, Allen, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Bonnie Lilly and her husband, Thomas, of Averill Park, New York; Scott Racette and his wife, Julie, of Port Kent, New York; and Pamela Barber of Peru; his grandchildren: Jeffrey, Jared, Jessica, Danny, David, Abby, Erica, Christine, James, Jaysen, Nicole, and Jocelyn; many great-grandchildren; his siblings: Patricia Hathaway and her husband, Mac; Betty Perry; Robert and his wife, Alice; Ceil Johnson; and Ken and his wife, Kathy; his brother-in-law Dickie Boulerice and his wife, Pam; and many nieces and nephews. Donald will be missed dearly by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. There will be no public calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021, at 11 a.m. at St. John's Church. Burial followed at St. Mary's of the Lake Cemetery. A special thank you for the care and love he received from his brother Ken Racette, and his wife, Kathy; his sister Ceil Johnson; and the staff of Hospice of the North Country: Becky, Katie, Terry, Susan, and especially, Heather. Donations in Donald's name may be made to Hospice of the North Country. Arrangements are entrusted to Brown Funeral Home, 29 Broad St., Plattsburgh, NY 12901, 518-561-3980. Online condolences may be made at brownfuneralhomeinc.com.

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