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William Lampa Obituary
William H. Lampa, 83
Ret. Wisconsin State Trooper
Rindge-William H. Lampa, 83, of Rindge, died unexpectedly on Saturday afternoon, May 25, 2019 at his home after a brief illness.
William was born in Rockford, Illinois on September 13, 1935, a son of the late William H. and Myrtle (Chapman) Lampa. He moved to Rindge after his retirement in 1990.
William is survived by his wife, Pauline (Porter) Lampa; four children, Steven J. Lampa and his wife Maureen of Westminster, Loreen St. Laurent and her husband David of Orange, Sharon Sherman of Gardner and Lynn Elliott of Westminster; one brother, Charles Lampa of Janesville, WI; eleven grandchildren, Sandra Lampa, Erin Cintron, Katherine Lampa, Melissa St. Laurent, Meagan St. Laurent, Justin Sherman, Nathan Sherman, Deidre Elliott, Sharine Flynn, Stephen Elliott and Deanna Elliott; nine great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. William was pre-deceased by one brother James Lampa; one sister Lois McIntyre; and one son in-law, Christopher Elliott.
William was a proud United States Army Veteran of the Korean War. While in the Army he became a sharpshooter and during his time with the State Police was the top shooter in Wisconsin for about eight straight years. William was passionate about vintage cars. He enjoyed fixing and restoring old cars and classic John Deere tractors. Most of all William enjoyed spending time with and taking care of his family.
His funeral will be held on Thursday May 30, 2019 at 11AM in the Westminster Chapel of the Sawyer-Miller-Masciarelli Funeral Homes, 123 Main St Westminster. Burial will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Sterling. A visiting hour will be held in the funeral home from 10AM until the start of the service.
For further information please see www.masciarellifamilyfuneralhomes.net.
John F. Masciarelli, Walter C. Taylor and James M. Hebert funeral directors.
Memories and Condolences
for William Lampa
Richard Mailloux
January 18, 2025
Just came across this while reminiscing with another former WP employee. Enjoyed time will Bill when he worked as security for Whalom Park. A true gentleman and really nice guy.
Verne Murray
May 31, 2019
Pauline, so sorry to hear of your loss of Bill and Steve, Loreen, Sharon, and Lynn the loss of your Dad. May the Lord's peace comfort you during this difficult time. You're in my prayers.
May 29, 2019
May you be strengthened by Gods promise found at John 6:40, where he gives the hope of seeing William again. While you await the fulfillment of Gods promise, may you find a measure of comfort in your cherished memories. My deep heartfelt condolences to your family for your loss.
Albert Blake
May 28, 2019
I remember listening to Uncle Bill talk about fixing old cars when I was a kid. Now I'm fixing old cars. Condolences to the family. Peace be with you Bill. Al Blake and family
May 28, 2019
Pauline & family...So. sorry to hear of the loss of Bill..You are in our prayers..
Love, Eleanor & Joe Cormier
Patti Mitch
May 28, 2019
He will forever be remembered as Sgt. Lampa to me. He was my first Sargent after graduating from the Wisconsin State Patrol academy and I have very fond memories of him. I remember being terrified of him...until I met him. He's probably enjoying his morning coffee with Bud.
Jodre Murray
May 28, 2019
May you rest in peace,Bill. Will miss your visits at the shop and enlightening me with your bits of wisdom. Jody
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