Heribert Lauture

Heribert Lauture - dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend - passed away after a short stay (less than a week) in life support in Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport CT on Thursday, January 5, 2023. Heribert was born to Fenelon Joseph Lauture and Marguerite Labbe in La Vallee de Jacmel, Sud-Est, Haiti on February 12th, 1921. He had two brothers Adrien Lauture and Petion Lauture, both deceased and two sisters Eumanie and Ursule. He attended the Brothers School in La Vallee before doing farming full time. He was a big helper to his single mother after the passing of his father at a young age. He also put his carpentry skills to the service of the community. In this busy time of his life, Heribert met his wife, Rose Innocente who departed over five years ago. They married on January 26, 1945 and were blessed with 8 wonderful children. He emigrated to the United States in 1971 where he continued to work hard for his family. Their romance lasted 72 years and was granted 31 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He is survived by his two younger sisters, Eumanie Lauture Benoit and Ursule Lauture Devilme. He is also survived by his 8 children, Timothy, Marcel, Dominique, Emilia, Paul, Josette, Gabriel, Cecile - and their spouses -, Fidesse, Philomene, -, Ketteline, Fernand, Myriam, Jean-Marie - his 31 grandchildren Junior, Rebecca, Michel-Ange, Raphael, Lydia, Ruth, Marcelin, Rachelle, Herbert, Kevin, Ashley, Daniel, Jasmine, Diane, Carl Edouard, Miabelle, Carl, Kenny, Jonathan, Kayla, Klaus, Alain, Volcy, Steve, Murielle, Romario, Yamiley, Mandie, Christie, Melody, Jeremiah - and his 10 great-grandchildren Herbert Jr, Noah, Gabriel, Josiah, Mathias, Jalen, Amir, Coby, Cai and Imore. Papa Bèbè was an important reference in his community for family, relatives, friends and neighbors. He was loved by everyone. His kids and grandkids cherished his grand affection all his life. Papa Bèbè was known for his love for God and the scripture. He is always reading his Bible and sharing verses with whoever he meets. He will be remembered as a great family man and a fervent servant of the Lord who understood the following words from the wisest man on earth. “Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind” (Ecclesiastes 12:13 NIV).

Heribert Lauture

February 12, 1921 - January 5, 2023