Foley, Minnesota
Christopher LaFore, age 50, of Foreston, passed away Sept. 23, 2024, at his home after a long battle with cancer. Memorial services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 12, at Foley Funeral Home. The Rev. Timothy Gapinski will officiate. There will be a visitation from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home. Service with Dignity provided by the Foley Funeral Home.
Christopher Robert LaFore was born Oct. 25, 1973, in Minneapolis, to Robert and Theresa (LaFore) Baker. He lived in Portland, Oregon, with his family for a short time before returning to Minnesota. He lived and worked most of his life in the Gilman and Foley area. He was employed by Hayes Potato Farm for many years and also worked for Jepson Siding and, most recently, the Power Lodge in Onamia. Christopher loved to hunt and fish, enjoyed carpentry and building crafts. He especially enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews.
He is survived by his mother, Theresa of Foreston; and brothers and sister, David Baker of Foreston, Bradley (Michelle) Baker of Foley, Tammy Baker of Foley, Steve (Jen) LaFore of Hinckley, and Wayne (Cindy) LaFore of Anaheim, California; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Baker.
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