Rodney B. DeFrance (Lebanon)'s Obituary
Rodney B. DeFrance was born March 11, 1941 in Billings, Montana to Samuel Franklin DeFrance and Viola Louise Rogers DeFrance. He passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2024 in his home in Waynesville, Missouri. He was eighty-three years, three months and twenty-days of age at the time of his passing.
Rodney spent his early years in Minnesota and completed his schooling there. After graduation, he enlisted with the United States Army where he proudly served his country.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his son Rodney of Minneapolis, Minnesota and a cousin, Charlotte Williams of Buckley, Washington.
Over the years, Rodney made his home in Nevada, Minnesota, Montana and most recently, Waynesville, Missouri. He was employed at Lowe’s Home Improvement Store in St. Robert for several years. He had been a realtor in two states prior to moving to Missouri.
He was a proud Veteran and loved his country. He was very patriotic. Rodney was a smart man and had a strong work ethic. He will be missed by those who knew him.
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