Assembly Resolution No. 545
BY: M. of A. Simpson
MOURNING the death of John R. LaPointe, former
Putnam Town Supervisor, devoted family man and
distinguished member of his community
WHEREAS, There are certain outstanding members of our community who,
through their selfless commitment and dedication, have served to better
the quality of life in our community and have had a measurable positive
impact on the lives of its residents; John R. LaPointe was one such
individual; and
WHEREAS, It is with profound sorrow and deep regret that this
Legislative Body records the passing of John R. LaPointe, noting the
significance of his purposeful life and accomplishments; and
WHEREAS, John R. LaPointe of Putnam Station, New York, died on
Monday, January 17, 2022, at the age of 83; and
WHEREAS, Born in Ticonderoga, New York, on November 4, 1938, John R.
LaPointe was the son of the late Desmond LaPointe and Margaret
(Thompson) LaPointe Berner; and
WHEREAS, A lifelong resident of Ticonderoga and Putnam Station, John
R. LaPointe attended Ticonderoga High School before transferring and
graduating from Tabor Academy in Marion, Massachusetts; and
WHEREAS, John R. LaPointe went on to earn a degree in Hotel
Management from SUNY Delhi, before proudly serving his country as a
member of the United States Army; and
WHEREAS, In addition to his illustrious 33-year career as a
Metropolitan Life Representative, John R. LaPointe was a dedicated
public servant for more than five decades; he held many elected and
appointed positions in local government, including Village of
Ticonderoga Treasurer, Ticonderoga Chamber of Commerce President, Town
Justice of Dresden, and was the Town Supervisor of Putnam from 1987
until his retirement in 2019; and
WHEREAS, With a steadfast and unwavering commitment to his
community, John R. LaPointe also served on the Washington County Board
of Supervisors and as Washington County Budget Officer, as well as
President of the NYS Association of Towns, President of NYMIR and Vice
Chairman of Washington County Board of Supervisors; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, he was on the Board of Directors for both
NYSAC and OTB, and was an active member of the Ticonderoga Elks Lodge
No. 1494 and The Shriners; and
WHEREAS, Pre-deceased by his parents; one sister, Michelle LaPointe;
and one son, John Russell LaPointe, John R. LaPointe is survived by his
wife of 38 years, Jeanette L. (Cummings) LaPointe; six children, Tom
LaPointe (Judy), Chris LaPointe (Charlotte), Desiree LaPointe, Kim
Coffin (Matt), Chantel Thomas (Cynthia), and Jason Thomas; 11
grandchildren, Sam and Noah LaPointe, Desmond, Jace and Marlee Diskin,
Michael Gates, Jennell Coffin and Taylor Coffin, and Riley, Ross and
Raegan Thomas; and one great-granddaughter, CharlieAnn Gates; as well as
four sisters, Rosann Touchette, Bonnie Schmidt, Claire Holland and
Deborah Wehrman; and
WHEREAS, John R. LaPointe's infinite selflessness and benevolence
will shine on through his family's vivid and happy memories; his insight
and strength will forever serve as a beacon of love, light and hope to
the countless lives he touched; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit and imbued with a sense of
compassion, John R. LaPointe leaves behind a legacy which will long
endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all
who were privileged to have known and loved such an amazing man; he will
be deeply missed and truly merits the grateful tribute of this
Legislative Body; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of John R. LaPointe, and to express its deepest
condolences to his family; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of John R. LaPointe.
