Larry James "Pete" Aubuchon

ARIZONA Larry James "Pete" AuBuchon, of Gilbert, Arizona, formerly of this area, passed away June 17, 2016 at his home in Arizona at the age of 69 years. He was born on July 26, 1946 at Ironton son of the late Lloyd C. and Fern G. (Robinson) AuBuchon.

Following high school he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, serving much of time in West Germany. Upon returning from the service Larry went to work in the Missouri Mining Industry and learned the miners trade from the ground up. His quick acquisition of mining knowledge and skills prepared him to advance into the service of the U.S. Department of Labor Division of Mine Safety, eventually becoming a Mine Inspection Supervisor for our Federal Government. During his years of service to the Federal Government, Larry was stationed at multiple locations throughout the United States. His last station was in Phoenix, AZ. Following his retirement, Larry chose to retain greater Phoenix, Arizona as his final home area, where he remained until the time of his passing.

Those who knew Pete will remember him for his strength of body and character. He was a powerful and thoughtful man in many ways. His good humor and never ceasing energy were contagious trademarks of his life amongst us.

Mr. AuBuchon is survived by three daughters, Elizabeth Lankford, Angela Wivoda, and Lori Woodard, a brother Mike AuBuchon of Farmington, MO a sister Mary Beth Loray of Hartville, MO and numerous other relatives and friends.

A gathering of friends and family will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2016 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 10 a.m. in the Cozean Chapel with Father Abe Araganiosa officiating. Interment will be in the Marvin Chapel Cemetery east of Bonne Terre. Memorials, if desired, donations may be made to the Salvation Army. Arrangements are under the direction of the Cozean Memorial Chapel & Crematory. Share your memories and leave condolences online obituary at cozeanfuneralhome.com.

Memorial Gathering

Cozean Memorial Chapel & Crematory

Saturday, October 8, 2016 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM 217 W. Columbia St. Farmington, MO 63640 Directions Memorial Service

Cozean Memorial Chapel & Crematory

Saturday, October 8, 2016 10:00 AM 217 W. Columbia St. Farmington, MO 63640 Directions Interment Service

Marvin Chapel Cemetery

Saturday, October 8, 2016 11:30 AM Hwy K East of Bonne Terre, MO 63628 Directions