In Loving Memory of Kevin Dexter Laborde Wayne County, Pennsylvania — December 2025
The Scranton and Wayne County communities are mourning the sudden and tragic loss of Kevin Dexter Laborde, 49, whose life was cut short in a devastating early-morning crash in Paupack Township on Sunday. His passing has left family, friends, and all who knew him grappling with deep sorrow and disbelief at the suddenness of this loss.
According to the Wayne County Coroner’s Office, the fatal crash occurred around 4:55 a.m. along Finn Swamp Road, between Pfeiffer Road and Goose Pond Road. Kevin was a passenger seated in the rear of a sedan that left the roadway and struck several trees. During the crash, he was ejected from the vehicle and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Pennsylvania State Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, and an autopsy has been scheduled as part of the ongoing process to determine the official cause of death. As authorities work to piece together the events that led to this tragedy, loved ones are left to mourn a life lost far too soon.
Kevin Dexter Laborde was more than the circumstances of his passing. He was a son, a friend, and a presence whose life carried meaning, memories, and connections that can never be replaced. Those who knew Kevin remember him for the person he was—his character, his spirit, and the moments shared with him that now live on in memory. At 49, he still had so much life ahead of him, so many days that should have been filled with ordinary moments that now feel extraordinary in their absence.
In the wake of this heartbreaking loss, words can offer only limited comfort. Yet remembrance becomes a way to honor Kevin’s life and acknowledge the impact he made on the people around him. His passing serves as a solemn reminder of how quickly life can change and how important it is to hold those we love close.
As family and friends navigate the pain of this loss, the community extends its deepest condolences and support. May Kevin Dexter Laborde be remembered with dignity and compassion, and may those who loved him find strength, peace, and comfort in the memories they carry forward.
Rest in peace, Kevin. You will always be remembered.