Paulette Mary LeBost

LeBost, Paulette Mary, age 72, of Detroit, MI entered eternity on May 16, 2015, where she was reunited with her father, Paul LeBost (1901-1963); her mother, Irene LaChonce LeBost (1909-1980); and her sister, Sandra LeBost (1944-2007). Paul LeBost was born in New York City in the Bronx, and Irene LaChonce was born in Jennings, MI near Cadillac. Paulette and her sister, Sandra, were born in Detroit. Her father was a developer, and named Paulette Street in Novi after her. Her mother was a school teacher, and Sandra followed in her mother’s footsteps. Paulette was raised in Royal Oak, and the family spent summers at their lakefront home in Cadillac where Paulette water skied and went to dances. They spent their winters in Hollywood, Florida where the family enjoyed golfing and deep sea fishing. Paulette attended Marygrove College where she met some of her lifelong friends. Wayne State was opening its new law school and Paulette was able to enroll early. She was among the first graduating class of Wayne State University Law School, a class with very few women. While in private practice Paulette was a strong advocate for women and women’s rights. She later served for 25 years as a Referee for Third Circuit Court, Family Division, and Juvenile Section, where she protected and guided our children. She retired from this position in 2004. She continued to champion on behalf of others through her generous donations. Paulette loved diversity and enjoyed experiencing different cultures around the world. She stepped foot on every continent traveling with family and friends. Paulette loved travel, sports, reading, remodeling, and gardening. She was a wonderful listener, and a friend and advisor to many. Although we are happy Paulette is reunited with her family, we miss her and will always remember the influence she had on our lives. She will continue to be a part of our families, and live in our hearts and memories. Paulette was among the first graduating class from Wayne State University Law School. While in private practice she was an advocate for women's rights. She later served as a Referee for Third Circuit Court, Family Division, and Juvenile Section from where she retired. Visitation will be at Perry Funeral Home, 5045 Trumbull Ave., Detroit on Friday, June 19, from 3-7 PM, and Saturday, June 20 from 9:30-11 AM. Memorial service to follow June 9:30-11 AM. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Cadillac, MI. To share a memory, please use the Share a Memory tab on this web page.

Paulette Mary LeBost

April 3, 1943 - May 16, 2015