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Marianne LaPointe Obituary

LAPOINTE, MARIANNE K. Marianne K. LaPointe, 64, of East Haven, devoted wife of Robert E. LaPointe, passed away unexpectedly at Laurel Woods, East Haven. She was born in New Haven on October 20, 1948, daughter of the late Joseph and Ann Meskill Arsenault. She worked as a medical secretary for Astoria Park Health Care in Bridgeport for many years. She loved all types of craft, making cards, and especially loved her visits to Vermont with her family. Surviving besides her husband are her loving children, Kathleen M. Smith of Groton, Karen A. Candelli of East Haven and Mark J. Candelli and his wife Tracy of East Haven; and her cherished grandchildren, Joseph Smith, Matthew Smith, Ryan Candelli, Emma Candelli and Ana Candelli. She was predeceased by her best friend, Jackie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am on Thursday at St. Augustine Catholic Church, North Branford. Burial will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to call from 5-8 pm on Wednesday at Keenan Funeral Home, 330 Notch Hill Road, (Rte. 22 So. at Rte. 80.), North Branford. Those wishing to send condolences online may do so at www.keenanfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The New Haven Register from Aug. 3 to Aug. 4, 2013.

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Angela Tramontano

July 28, 2024

Thinking of you today

Angela Tramontano

July 29, 2022

Remembering you today and always

Angela Tramontano

July 28, 2020

Missing you my friend! I know you are crafting and laughing while enjoying watching over us. Hugs and kisses

brain pope

November 23, 2013

Sorry for your loss

Helen and John Perry

August 12, 2013

Mark, Tracy and Ryan, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Lisa Tatro

August 7, 2013

Karen,I am very sorry for your loss.May your mom rest in peace.God bless you and your beautiful girls.If you need anything,please call..Lisa and girls...

Joanne Flanagan

August 6, 2013

Marianne was the most gracious, creative woman I have ever known. I will never forget her. My sympathy to Bob and family.
Joanne Flanagan

shirley and Junior la forest

August 5, 2013

Dear Bob we wish you our deepest sympathies and our thougts are with you and your family. we love you.

Tom and Gail Gibbons

August 5, 2013

Mark, Tracy, and Ryan,
We are so sorry for your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. If we can do anything for you, please let us know.
Love, Tom and Gail

Angela Tramontano

August 5, 2013

Marianne will be missed by many who knew her. She was kind and accepting to all. My deepest sympathy to Bob and her children. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who is now a guardian angel. I will miss my friend/coworker. God Bless.

August 5, 2013

Marianne was a wonderful person. I knew her years ago and will always remember her with kindness.
Mary Maturo Powers

Robyn Jenkins

August 5, 2013

God bless you, Marianne..such an unexpected loss..you were such a bright light in your family...whenever I saw you, no matter what problem may have arisen, you never complained and always had such a bubbly way about you. I know Ana and Emma will keep you in their hearts always. Abby will never forget the awesome witch costume you threw together on Halloween... You are at peace now....we will miss you.

Jennifer Vanacore

August 4, 2013

Mark and Family....

We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Love, Jen and Bob

GinGer Belbusti-Caccavale

August 4, 2013

My deepest sympathy to your family. I went to Hillhouse with Marianne.

Deepest Sympathy,
GinGer Belbusti - Class of '66

Diane Petrunia

August 4, 2013

So sorry for the loss of Marianne she was a unique lady to work with.I enjoyed many of her crafty ideas Marianne will be missed .

Alice McAfee

August 4, 2013

I was very sorry to have heard of Marianne's AKA Bubbles passing. I have not seen her in several years but I remember all the good times we had in the past. She will be missed by all who's lives she has touched

Linn Bodle

August 4, 2013

Marianne was such a bright spot in my life when I worked with her. She always made everyone smile and feel good. I have so many happy memories to remember her by. She made my wedding invitations!! My heart out to all of you.

Kathy Smith

August 4, 2013

I Love You Mom. Joe and Matthew love you too

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