Lawrence D. Fonte
Lawrence D. Fonte, 71, of Palmer Township, PA, formerly of Alpha, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, at his home.
Born September 26, 1953, in Easton, PA, he was the son of the late Lawrence Fonte and Eleanor Buongiorno Fonte. He was predeceased by his wife of 38 years, the late Colleen Maurer Fonte, who passed in 2016.
Larry was a graduate of Phillipsburg High School, Class of 1972. Larry was an extremely talented and well-respected drummer in the Lehigh Valley and surrounding area. His first paying job as a drummer was at the age of 15 in 1968. From there, he went on to play in several classic rock bands throughout the 1970’s, 80’s, and into the 90’s. He was an avid railroad and train enthusiast, as well as a New York Yankees fan. He retired in 2015 from Jersey Central Power &Light as a first-class meter tester, after 31 years of service. Previously, he worked at Piscitello’s Home Center in Easton for several years.
He is survived by his brother, Robert M. Fonte. In addition to his parents and wife, he was also predeceased by his brother, the late Gregory T. Fonte.
Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, from 6 – 8 pm at the Finegan Funeral Home at 924 2nd Avenue in Alpha, NJ. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, beginning at the funeral home at 9 am, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Mary Catholic Church at 10 am. The interment will be at St. Mary Cemetery.