A Marine has passed…

They don’t make them like Victor Domenic Voner anymore.  He was a friend of mine, a man I’ve known for over a quarter of a century, and someone that I along with many, will miss. 

Born during the height of the Great Depression, Victor did as well, (nay, far better) as anyone could expect in this life.  In his youth, he was a great athlete who played Triple A Baseball, and he was an avid golfer his entire life right up until the end.

He served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corp during the Korean War where he was an aide to no less than General Lewis Burwell, “Chesty” Puller; a distinction that few could claim, and I would dare say he was the sole survivor of that select group.  

When he returned home, injuries stopped him from picking up where he left off in baseball and pursuing that as a career, so he teamed up with J.G. Lamotte, Inc.; an established HVAC contractor in Worcester, MA which he eventually purchased.  Mr. Voner created a lifelong career in the HVAC industry, earning industry-wide respect of friends and foes alike along the way.  

The demands of such an industry are many, however Victor juggled the delicate balance of business and family, raising three sons on his own after the tragic passing of the love of his life, and their mom while they were yet little more than toddlers.  Two of those sons followed in his footsteps and served our nation with honor, and all three of them made him proud.  One of them, Mark, ran with Victor’s business and has turned it into one of the most respected General Contractors in the Northeast, serving our veterans in the VA Medical Community.

Mr. Voner leaves a remarkable legacy that many might strive for and few would achieve.  He was a US Marine through and through, a successful businessman, a father, a youth coach, a grandfather, a leader in the community, and someone that everyone who knew him was proud to call their friend, and he will be greatly missed.

Victor Domenic Voner; August 21, 1933 – December 12. 2023.  Riposa nella Pace Eterna. 

Semper Fi Marine.