John Maurice LaPorte, 73, of R.R. 2 Zurich, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2014, at Stratford General Hospital. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Lilliane (Dupon) LaPorte, his children Jean-Pierre and Kathy LaPorte of R.R. 2 Lucan, Shelley and Steve Bedard of Hensall and his grandchildren Ardona and Andy Moulton, Carin and Meagan LaPorte, Taylor LaPorte, Aaron and Dylan Bedard. Dear brother of Charlie and Marie LaPorte, Sr. Bernadette LaPorte, Tony and Cathy LaPorte, Bridget and Leo Overholt, Marie and Tony Denomme, Angela Watson, Isidore and Paula LaPorte and Phil and Patty LaPorte and Bob and Cathy Dupon. Sadly missed by his nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents J. Noel and Rena (Ducharme) LaPorte, Raphael and Augusta Dupon, his son Marcel (2007).
Visitation in the J. M. McBeath Funeral Home, 49 Goshen St. N., Zurich on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wedensday, February 19, 2014 at 11 a.m. in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church, St. Joseph, Ont. Fr. Graham Keep celebrant. Interment in St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Cemetery. Parish Prayers will be said at 8:45 p.m. in the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to St Andre’s Healing Garden or St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church.
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Condolence From: Tony Charrette and Family
Dear Lil and family…We have been away for 2 weeks and just now found out about John. We are so sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time…Tony and family
Condolence From: Paul Charrette
Nos sympathies à Lil et la famille Laporte.C`était toujours un plaisir d`être en présence de Jean Maurice.J’ai que de bons souvenirs lui.Nos penséés et prières sont avec vous.
Paul et Michèle Charrette
Condolence From: Greg & Brenda Dayman
JP, Kathy; Shelley, Steve & families….So sorry to see the passing of your Dad. He had a Great sense of Humour & was always smiling…may your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead!!
Sincerely, Greg & Brenda
Condolence From: Glen and Barbara Latour
Dear Lil and family, we were saddened to hear of Johns passing. We have fond memories of John as a caring father, and just a fun person to be with. Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Condolence From: Arlene Hipkins
Lil,my prayers & thoughts are with you.I ENJOYED TALKING WITH YOU & JOHN DURING HIS STAY IN THE SAME ROOM AS SKIP!
Condolence From: Wayne and Barb O’Rourke
To Shelley and your family our deepest sympathy
Condolence From: Michael & Yvonne Hartman
Lil: Our prayers and compassion are with you and your family at this time.
Condolence From: Wayne and Cathy Jeffrey
Our prayers and sympathy goes out to your family. So sorry for the loss of John. He will be missed.
Condolence From: Fr Richard Charrette
Dear Lil, Jean-Pierre and Shelley:
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and Dad. I would have liked to be thee with you,but circumstances do not permit at this time. I want to express my deepest condolences. I will pray for John and for all of your family and remember John at Mass. I will go up to St Joseph when circumstances permit. God love you and bless you and grant John eternal life with Him forever and all God’s people.
Sincerely, with love,
Fr Richard Charrette
Condolence From: Marg Delaney
JP, Kathy and Family, we are so sorry and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. Marg & Bob
Condolence From: Doug and Sharon Kyle
We just learned of John’s passing. Please accept our sincere sympathy at this difficult time. We have so many memories of John while we built our new house at St. Joseph . He always left us with a laugh.
Condolence From: Christine & Wes Hodgson
Dear Shelley, Steve, Aaron & Dylan and all the La Porte family Our thoughts and sympathy to all for your loss. We will be thinking of you in the difficult days ahead. Cherish the memories.
Condolence From: Marilyn Jeffrey
My sympathy to Lil and family and the Laporte family. John always had a smile on his face and lots of laughs. RIP John Michael Jeffrey, Marilyn Jeffrey and Deb Shewfelt
Condolence From: Rita and Maryann Mommersteeg
Our sympathies to the LaPorte family. So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this time.
Condolence From: Dianne Jeffrey and Family
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family.
Condolence From: Ken, Roxanne, Josh & Nicole Brideau
Lil, JP, Shelley & Families – Our sympathy to you all. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers at this very difficult time. Cherish the memories and lean on family and friends for support.
Condolence From: Sue and Mike van Baardwyk
Dear JP and Kathy, We are thinking of you and your family at this time of sorrow. We know how hard it is to lose the ones we love most. Please accept our sympathy and hugs across the many miles from Mexico.
Sue and Mike van Baardwyk.
Condolence From: Gary and Terri Corriveau
To the LaPorte Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. When we think of John, we can’t help but smile. John was a gentle and kind-hearted man who loved to spend time with family and friends. He loved to laugh and share a drink (or two) with you! We have fond memories of John and Lil at our home in London for card tournaments or just to visit with Joe and Regina Corriveau. We had many laughs sitting around the kitchen table! We will miss your adventurous stories from your youth. We will miss that contagious smile and how it warms up a room! Terri and Gary
Condolence From: Paul & Joan Ducharme
Lillian, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of John, may God bless you and all your family with an abundance of compassion ; in these days of mourning.
Condolence From: Mary Ellen Finlayson
Dear Shelley, Steve, Aaron & Dylan, So sorry to hear about your father and grandfather. May it be a comfort to you that is at peace and is no longer suffering. take care of yourselves. Mark, Mary Ellen, Jack and Sam
Condolence From: Marie Sawa(Denomme)
My sincere condolences to the LaPorte family.
Condolence From: Glenn and Joan Johnson
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with all the family
Condolence From: Chris and Janet Brown
Your in our thoughts and prayers. Deepest Sympathy
Condolence From: Rodger & Lisa Laycox
Dear Lil, Shelley & Steve, JP & Cathy and families, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to you all. Cherish the memories you have. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Condolence From: Carman Overholt
Dear Aunt Lillian et al, I was very sad to hear the news of the passing of Uncle John. It brought back to memory many wonderful times on the Blue Water that we shared. As a young boy , I was mesmerized by his personality, fun loving nature and physical strength. I learned from Unlce John how to work a full day and the importance of doing a good job. Uncle John was committed to his extended family and he will always be remembered for his generosity and goodness. Uncle John leaves a great legacy of fun, happiness and commitment to his family. Carman
Condolence From: Paul & Mary Ellen Edwards
Tony, Kathy & family, Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your brother John. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Paul & Mary Ellen Edwards
Condolence From: Beatrice Ducharme
May the Lord wrap you in His love at this time of sadness and bring you peace.
Condolence From: Beatrice Ducharme
May the Lord wrap you in His love at this time of sadness and bring you peace.
Condolence From: Rosemarie and David Pestill
Our sincere condolences to JP and Kathy and the entire LaPorte family. Very sorry for your loss.
Condolence From: Denise and Joe Durand
Dear Lil and extended LaPorte family, it was with great sadness that we received this news this morning. Joe and I are away in Guadelope, and just a few minutes ago we saw a man with very distinct(handsome) LaPorte features, Guadelope is a French island, with many visitors from France, so I am sure there are some LaPorte genes here. John was one of the most pleasant people I have known, always a light heartened laugh and smile. He will be missed and remembered by many. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Condolence From: Don & Alice Masse
Dear Lil & Family We extend our sincere sympathy to everyone at this very sad time.Our thought and prayers are with you all Don& Alice Masse
Condolence From: Brian & JoanneSmith (nee Corriveau)
Lil & family – so sorry to hear of your loss , thoughts and prayers are with you.
Condolence From: Chris Van Mill
We’re so sorry for your loss. We are all praying for you Aunt Lil and your entire family. Uncle John was one of a kind. He was loved by everyone who knew him. God Bless!
Condolence From: pat flanagan susan wildfong
Our thoughts and prayers are with the lil and the laporte family at this sad time.
Condolence From: Theresa Davies(Corriveau)
To the Laporte Family Today and always may loving memories of your loved one,bring you peace,comfort and strength.
Condolence From: Dianne and Mark Tucker
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. John was a wonderful person and will be missed by friends, family and the community. “Indeed, goodness and mercy will pursue me all the days of my life; I will dwell in the house of the Lord for endless days.” Ps23:6
Condolence From: Karn Durdin
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are sorry to hear of your loss.
Condolence From: Brenda and Don Morgan
Isidore and Paula, I am so saddened to learn of your brother’s passing. Regardless of the ages of those passing, the memories of your years together as kids, and then as adults will always be in your mind and heart. I am thinking of you during this very tough time, and wishing peace for the days that are to follow. Sending hugs to you all.
Condolence From: Karen Dickins
Lillian, JP. Shelly and family, I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was such a Gentleman, and always had a smile and a hello. Cherish the memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Condolence From: Leo and Lindsey Ducharme
With Deepest Sympathy to the LaPorte Family He was a good friend and will be missed from Leo and Lindsey Ducharme
Condolence From: Judy Parsons & Scot Morgan
Shelley & Steve and all your family – Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Cherish your memories always!!
Condolence From: Jacqui Empson Laporte
Dear Aunt Lil, Shelley and Steve, JP and Kathy: John and I, Logan, Luke and Ryan are thinking of you all…We will treasure memories of playing cards up north and the awesome family meals we had in the little house. I will try to find the video of Uncle John playing puzzles with Quentin – I remember how we laughed!