Peacefully, with his family by his side at LHSC Victoria Hospital on Saturday, July 3, of Lucan in his 46th year. Loving husband of Denise Laplante (Root). Adoring father to Caitlin. Beloved son of Ron and Marlene Laplante and son-in-law of Marlene Root all of London. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Cathy Cake and Graham Leigh of St. Marys, Steve and Alison Laplante, Wendy Mead and Garth Tanner and Anna Godoy all of London; Deb and Gary Taylor of London, Diane Winger of Ridgeway and Doug Root of London. Several nieces and nephews will miss their uncle Mike. A dear friend to Jason Clark, Cathy, Mike, Julia, David and Sean Haggarty. Predeceased by his father-in-law Edwin Root (1999) and brother in law Rick Winger (2009). Mike valued and loved his family and friends and never hesitated to lend a helping hand. Through his passion for welding, Mike created gifts that will forever symbolize the hardworking, joyful, life-loving man we all knew and loved.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street Lucan, on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 7th at 11 AM with Pastor Paul Vollick officiating. Interment at St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Optimist Club of Lucan would be appreciated by the family.
Michael Laplante
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
chris crocker
You dont know me but I spent time with Mike at CHI. For the 10 days we spent there, it seemed like I knew him for a life time. He was a great guy. I am so sorry I only found out today about his passing. He has been on my mind for a while. At CHI we where good support for each other, at a time it was so hard to be away from our familys as we both were missing home. Like Mike would say I am missing my girls. Again I am so sorry for your loss. Chris Crocker.
Lisa Maybery
Denise and Caitlin, Our family sends you our condolences on the loss of your wonderful husband and father. Even though we haven’t actually talked in a few years I think about you all quite frequently. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow and heartache. The Maybery Family
Judy and Jim Stewart
Denise and Caitlin just know that we are thinking of you during the days ahead. Mike was a fine man and a warm heart. We have put his sunflower in a place of honor in our backyard.
Love to you both.
Jimmy and Judy xo
Adam Davidson and Carla Elgie
We are truly saddened by the loss of Mike, he was a talented man, always smiling and laughing. Always there to give a helping hand if needed. Full of life. He will be missed.
Our deepest sympathies to your family as I know he will be greatly missed.
Daniel Castillo
Mike was one of the most extraordinary Human Beings I have known. Since I met him we established a real and sincere friendship a special friendship through it we shared sometimes our thoughts not just about work, it was about life, about anything and I discovered that special soul, a special man, a special pure and authentic life and I would say the best Canadian I have met since I am in Canada.
He was an artist, a real one and I will miss him forever !!
My present work will be specially dedicated to his memory.
Keith and Jannet Nordemann
Keith and I are with you in love and support during this difficult time of transition.
Deb Taylor
We are deeply sadened by the loss of our brother-in-law and uncle. Mike was a gentle man and full of laughter. We feel very fortunate to have had Mike in our lives and will cherish the memories we created together.
Love Deb, Gary, Andrew & Courtney
Marla Dahms
Ron & family – I was very saddened to hear of your loss.
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Michael in
person, I remember hearing you speak of him and his
artistic talents, and my thoughts are with you at this very
difficult time.
John McDonald
I’ve known Mike since high school where we got into plenty of fun together. We used to have J&M Painting, (John & Mike) when we used to paint and do renovations. Mike was the hard worker – he was so responsible, and he was the guy who made things go right.
We hadn’t kept in touch over the years but we saw each other a month ago and he had dinner at our house.
Mike was a beautiful soul – he was so gentle, calm and good natured.
Good bye Mike and, wherever your going I know you will be loved.
Love, John
Cindy Resendes
I am truly saddened for Denise and Caitlin for your loss of a Husband,Father and friend.
My prayers and thoughts are with the both of you in this time of loss.
My deepest symapthies .
Denise and Family
I am so sorry to know of your great loss.
In friendship,
Catherine Linderoos
Julius Avelar
Denise, Caitlin, My heart goes out to you through this time of profound loss. Mike’s at peace now and watching over you as you find your way. Stay strong and believe in yourselves. Julius
Shannon Manders
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. We live at the end of your street and our boys had many chats with Mike as they picked apples at your place, and in walking past. Mike was the kind of neighbour anyone would want. He always took the time to acknowledge you as you drove past with a friendly smile and wave. In walking by he would always chat and he just cared to take the time and that meant a lot to us and our boys.
Thinking of you,
Shannon, Dave, Jesse & Blake
Sandra Birch
To the La Plante
My deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers go out to each and everyone of you. I hope you find comfort in the coming days by just remebering the happy times your family spent with Mike.
Betty Naylor
I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that my thought are with you now.
Nancy Joyal
I’m so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Doug & Payton Root
Very sad of the loss of brother-in-law and uncle, please help Denise & Caitlin and family find the strength through this difficult time.
Pat & Carol Queenan
We deeply regret the loss of your husband Father and son. You have our deepest sympathy and our paryers. Pat & Carol
Della d'Arcy & Robert Laplante
We are deeply touched by the departure of Michael.
Our thoughs are with you all.
Please accepts our deepest sympathy.
Barry and Vivianne Laplante Jacobson
We had great sadness when we learned of the passing of Michael.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends that loved him so much and know that our prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow.
He has moved onto a Place where there is no death or disease
and he awaits to be with his loved ones again.
Helen, James and Family Sparling
We are very sad to hear of Mike’s passing. James and I have not seen Mike for some time now, but remember him and your family fondly from when we first moved to Linwood Street in London. Not knowing he was ill, we were just talking about all of you this past weekend – about how fabulous you all were to have as neighbors. It was obvious he was a great and dedicated family man. We hope you find peace and comfort Denise and Caitlin. We will be praying for you.
God Bless,
The Sparling Family
Harry Hardy
My Sincere Sympathy
My thoughts are with your Family
Janine McGlynn
Dear Laplante Family, I am writing to extend my sincere heartfelt sympathy with the loss of Michael. I do understand the heart ache and pain of losing a loved one. I am very sorry. It seems not right for him to go so soon.
On occasion I had run into Michael in London. Kindly be would be sure to spend a few minutes talking of the days gone by and the things that were going on in the Laplante family.
At this sad time may each of you find strength in family and friends.
God Bless.
With sympathy,
Dennis and Janine McGlynn
Karen Kennedy-Hatcher
I have known Mike for almost 30 years. He was such a good man. he loved and cherished his family and friends dearly. Jason, Steve, Brenda, and myself had many many years of great times and laughs together. He will be terribly missed, but we know that he will always be here with his family and friends. He was a living hero, and a walking angel. He has been promoted to a Top Angel now, to watch over all of us, and make us smile when any of us are down.
He always looked at the bright side of things and had a positive outlook on life. Family was always number one with Mike, right until the end. Our deepest condolences from the Kennedy Clan, we all are thinking of you and you are all in our prayers.
Karen Kennedy.
Liana Jennings
I am truly sorry to hear about Mike’s passing. To lose a child is so very sad. May you find some comfort in knowing that he is with his angels now and I pray they will help you through this difficult time of loss.
Kim Graham and family
Truly saddend by your loss. I remember Mike as being full of life, always happy and willing to help a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Linda Wood
I am so sorry to hear about your father and husband,you have my deepest sympathies.If you need to talk to someone Caitlin you can get in touch with me through work.