Reginald Earl Laffin, Feb. 26, 1951 to Nov.1, 2023. The family of Reginald Earl Laffin, of Duke Street, Trenton, sadly announce the passing of their beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to all. Reggie passed peacefully surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with "Lewy Body Dementia".

Reggie started working at the Car Works in Trenton from the age of 15 until it closed down. He was a skilled carpenter and handyman, always there for anyone with a project on the go. Reggie loved to play softball and encouraged his sons, Shawn and Patrick, into softball and hockey where they excelled. 

Reggie built a camp in Black Brook over a 22-year period where he loved spending time with family and friends laughing and building. He was a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend cherished by all who knew him.

Reggie is survived by his wife, Carol Laffin nee (Keating); children: beloved daughter, Tracy Farrell (Steven), sons, Shawn Laffin (Amanda), Patrick Laffin (Lynn); grandchildren: Faith Farrell, Haley Laffin, Ryan Farrell, Jamie Laffin, Marisa Laffin and Scarlet Laffin; sisters: Linda Dougherty (Robert), Milton, Ontario; Paula Richards (Billy), Trenton, NS; Carolyn Hmiel (Danny Cunningham), Pictou Landing; Cindy MacKenzie (Mike), Trenton, NS; numerous nieces and nephews and step-brothers and sisters.  

Reggie was predeceased by his father, Earl Laffin, (Trenton), mother, Pauline Warren, step-mother, Ann (Landry) Laffin, beloved mother-in-law, Agnes Keating, father-in-law, Xavier Keating, best friend, Donnie Burns, brothers, Richard Laffin, Ronnie Laffin.

Cremation has taken place. A family graveside service will take place in Holy Name Cemetery at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of R.H. Porter Funeral Home. 

 

Reggie

A Trenton boy through and through, 

You worked hard throughout your life.

You weathered the storms that came your way, through good times and through strife.

On the ball field you were one of the boys, with your impish Reggie smile.

Your pitching arm could not be beat, you had your own Laffin style.

You loved the camp and the hours you spent, enjoying nature and its pleasures, with Donnie and Joey wonderful memories were made, all of which were truly treasures.

Your wife and your family will love you forever… forever and a day, when they miss you Reggie, they’ll be near you, for you are only a thought away.

By Pat Swales

Sister-in-law