Ricky LaChance

Ricky Thomas LaChance Jr., 16, of Medfield and formerly of Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly on Jan. 7, 2025. Born in Framingham, he was the son of Keri Lynn Smith and Brandon Crawford of Medfield.

Ricky moved from Hopkinton to Medfield with his parents in 2019. He loved driving anything and everything he could on the farm where they lived. From tractors to trucks to four-wheelers, he would be spending hours behind the wheel with a smile on his face. Ricky had a love for cars. He enjoyed attending car shows anywhere he could find, but especially at the Medfield State Hospital. He enjoyed computer games, where he found both entertainment and connection with others. Ricky’s dream was to move to Montana, where he envisioned a life full of adventure and square-body Chevys with no rust. An old soul, Ricky often acted years beyond his age. He was known for his great sense of humor, and was always quick with a pun.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by two sisters, Victoria Barbarossa of Medfield and Hannah Mosher of Cape Cod. He also leaves behind his grandparents, Barry Smith of Hopkinton and Kathleen Phillips of Venice, Florida; as well as many great aunts, uncles and cousins. He is predeceased by his uncle, Adam Smith.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, Jan. 12, from 4-7 p.m. at Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton, 57 Hayden Rowe Street. A funeral service and burial will be held privately with family on Monday, Jan. 13.

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