Lila D. LARIVIERE

PLAINFIELD - Lila D. Lariviere, formerly of Plainfield, died peacefully at Haven Health Center in Griswold on Nov. 2, 2005. Lila was born in New London on March, 21, 1926. She is survived by her beloved daughter and son in law Joyce and Joseph Gouvin III of New London. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Maryann and Andy Birdsall of Middletown, Joseph Gouvin IV and Brenda of Norwich, Rebecca Tracey and her husband John of Long Beach, N.Y. and Alex Gouvin of New London. She is also survived by several great grandchildren, two sisters and other nieces and nephews. Lila was predeceased by a daughter, sister and three brothers and her cat Troubles. Lila also leaves her close loving friends Carolyn and Terry Sumner Sr. of Griswold. Lila was a rare gift to all that knew her. She was always there to lend a helping hand when she could, often putting others before her self. Lila cared for the staff at Haven Health, and loved her roommate Alice. Most special to Lila was the time she was able to spend with her daughter Joyce.A calling hour will be held Friday from 9:30 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. at the Guillot Funeral Home, 75. B. St., Taftville followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine of Siena Church in Preston at 11:00 A.M. Burial will follow in Stonington Cemetery Stonington. In Lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alex Gouvin Education fund c/o Joyce Gouvin 16 Summer St,. New London CT 06320.