RICHARD ALBERT LAPOINTE August 7, 1950 – April 14, 2023 In loving memory of Richard Albert LaPointe, a resident of Gore Bay, Manitoulin Island, Richard passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 72. Born in Chatham, Ontario and raised in Pain Court, Ontario. Beloved son of Paul Emile Lapointe (predeceased 1995) and Rosaline (nee Duperron) (predeceased 2009). Father to Cindy (Duane) of Wallaceburg, Ontario, Edward (Samantha) of Wallaceburg, Ontario, Kristie of St.Thomas, Ontario and Connie (Scott) of Nova Scotia. Grandfather to 10 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Brother to Pearl (Vince) St. Pierre of Grand Pointe, Ontario, Roger (Laurie) of Chatham, Ontario, Robert (Sue) of London, Ontario and Rene (Penny) of Chatham, Ontario. Richard was a very special nephew to Roland Laprise and he was Uncle Rick to many nieces and nephews. Richard will be deeply missed by his good buddy Jim of Gore Bay and his good friend Theresia Phiri. Cremation has taken place. Richard was friends to many residents in the Gore Bay area and was known to many as ‘The Gore Bay Handyman’. He will be deeply missed by many! Please share your thoughts, memories and photos at www.simpsonfuneralhome.ca.
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