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Geoffrey Louis LAFORTE
1963 - 2016
Geoffrey Louis LAFORTE
1963 - 2016
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BORN
1963
DIED
2016
Geoffrey LAFORTE Obituary
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Tony Perkins
September 26, 2016
My condolences to Dr LaFortes family. Geoff was my mentor for 3 years while attending UWF, and got me interested in algorithms. He was a true inspiration, and a math genius. He will be sorely missed. God be with you all during this time of heartbreak.
Kristin Downey
March 16, 2016
Such a gentle man. So sad. It's many years since Geoff was in my life, when we were all still young. I will always remember him for his sweetness of nature, kind heart and sense of humour. Kia kaha Sally. Thinking of you and the kids, and good times past in Wellington.
Rodney Downey
March 15, 2016
Sally, you know I loved Geoff as a great friend down through the years. That time we had in Wellington was special. And my visits to Pensacola have great memories. Geoff was such a gentle and kind soul. I am so sorry you had all these health troubles in the last years, and was devastated to hear of his passing. Kiha Kaha (have strength) Love Rod
Kris Behan
February 29, 2016
Dear Sally and family,
I'm so sorry that you've lost your husband and father. I did not know Geoff well, but I served on a couple of committees with him over the years. May your happy memories of him give you some peace. God bless you all.
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Carol Rodgers (UWF)
February 29, 2016
Sally, my thoughts are with you.
Savannh King
February 29, 2016
My condolences to Dr. LaForte's family! I took three of his classes at UWF, and he always communicated true enjoyment for his subject, his profession, and his interactions with students.
Matt Schwartz
February 29, 2016
Best wishes to Sally and the entire family. Geoff was a valuable part of the UWF community and will be missed by faculty, staff, and students.
Kathy Johnson
February 28, 2016
I so enjoyed working with Geoff on Faculty Senate. He always had such an even minded way of handling craziness. I will miss him. Sending Sally and the family much love, hugs, and happy thoughts.
Donna Pomes
February 28, 2016
Dear Sally, Gwen and Charlie, So sorry to hear of Geoff's passing. He will be remembered as a pleasant and engaging individual. You are all in our thoughts and we wish for peace for you in the days ahead. With love, Aunt Donna, Uncle Frank, Katie and Frankie
Paul Martin
February 27, 2016
I'm going to miss Dr. Laforte so much. He was just a few doors down from me and always open to talk. My sympathies go to Gwen and Charlie. I hope they know their dad was a great man who impacted a lot of students.
Morris Marx
February 26, 2016
I extend my sympathies to you. I will miss Geoff, especially his good humor and commitment to students. He was an excellent colleague and an asset to our department.
Ezzat Bakhoum
February 25, 2016
I'm shocked. Geoff's office is a few offices down the hall from mine. We talked a lot about our families, children, etc. Last time I saw him was a couple of weeks ago, and he was in great spirit. He will be greatly missed.
Jane Halonen
February 25, 2016
My heart goes out to Sal and her children in the loss of Geoff. I enjoyed his patient, good humor and his capacity to weather changes with grace. He was a special man and will be greatly missed.
Robin Blyn
February 25, 2016
Although I did not know Geoff well, I know that he made a difference in the lives of many, many students over the years, that he was cherished by his colleagues, and loved very deeply by his family. Sal, Gwen, Charlie: I am so sorry for your loss. We grieve with you.
Judy Weaver (UWF REA)
February 25, 2016
In this time of sadness, your friends in the University of West Florida Retired Employees Association surround you with their caring thoughts and sincere sympathy.
John Bolyard
February 25, 2016
My condolences to Geoff's family and other friends. I recall one of the last times we spoke with each other, he had just demonstrated a clear sense of what was right and what was wrong. I told him I admired him for it.
Nick Power
February 25, 2016
Geoff was the rarest combination of intelligence and warmth, and I'll miss him as a colleague and friend.
Richard Hough
February 25, 2016
My thoughts and best wishes to Geoff's family. Geoff was so respected and cared for by his colleagues at UWF. Such a warm and gracious guy.
Richard Hough
February 25, 2016
"I had Dr. LaForte for one math class just as he was getting his doctorate degree. A brilliant man, and a great asset to UWF. I will miss him.
Sincerely,
David J. Rowland.
Postal Services.
Korry Barnes
February 25, 2016
Dear LaForte family, your husband/father had a profound impact on my academic career here at UWF. He was my instructor for calculus II, a subject in which I was unfortunately quite bad at. Geoff made sure however that I made it through painlessly though and was always a joy to have as a teacher. I loved his dry sense of humor towards the class and how he interacted with us. Please accept my most humble condolences and prayers.
Korry L. Barnes
Kim Couden
February 25, 2016
Dear Sal, Gwen and Charlie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We are deeply sorry for your loss and hope that you find comfort in your wonderful memories of your husband and dad. RIP Geoff
Love to you all,
Jerry, Kim, Jerry, Sarah, Alyssa and Catherine
Mark and Joan LaForte
February 25, 2016
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
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