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Dr. Samuel M. Laposata

Allentown, Pennsylvania

May 31, 1940 – Sep 11, 2022 (Age 82)

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BORN
May 31, 1940
DIED
September 11, 2022
AGE
82
LOCATION
Allentown, Pennsylvania

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Dr. Samuel M. Laposata, 82, of Allentown, PA, died at home on September 11, 2022. Sam was born on May 31, 1940, in Johnstown, PA, the son of Joseph and Mary (Coco) Laposata. He was married to his dear wife, Kathryn Price Laposata, for 28 wonderful years. In addition to Kathryn, Sam is survived by...

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A friend and a true gentleman. Enjoyed working with him at Muhlenberg. Rest in peace

Our family was so saddened to hear of Dr. Laposata´s passing. We knew him from Muhlenberg, where his guidance, humor, and kindness were life changing. He will always hold a special place in our hearts. Please accept our deepest condolences.

Theresa, Michaelina, KM, Carmella and family, our thoughts and prayers go out to you for the loss of your father and grandfather. Please let us know if there is anything you need. Love to all! Jody, Teresa and Mom

Kathie and family, Julie and I were terribly saddened to read of Sam´s passing. The world´s light has dimmed a bit. His life had so many accomplishments, conversations were always entertaining. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Don and Julie Frazier New Bern, NC

Dear Kathie & family, Please know we are thinking of you during this difficult time. We were saddened to learn of the passing of Sam, he was always such a kind and pleasant man. Our prayers are with you all. Your friends at "Perfectly Frank", Cristina, Jaxon, Connie, & Jimmy

Dear Laposata Family, I had the distinct privilege and pleasure of working with Sam for over eight years, at The Evening College at Muhlenberg College. During that time, Sam could not have been a kinder or more caring human being - he touched my life. Even after I transitioned jobs, he reached out to find out how I was faring. He impacted not only my life, but also that of my family. He assisted my husband Matthew through a rocky time of employment at the college. He provided...

To the Laposata family, I fondly remember my first meeting with Sam when I applied to Muhlenberg to be a member of Cohort 7 of the Accelerated Degree program. He was kind, inspiring, and deeply interested in me as a person and as a student. I felt so encouraged and confident speaking with him that first time and enjoyed all our future interactions. After 'Berg I went on to further advance my education and I am grateful to Sam for all of his support and advice. I am certain he positively...

Mrs. Laposata and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I was a member of the initial cohort of the Accelerated Degree Program, and warmly remember my first meeting with Dr. Laposata, who throughout the program and in years following was very supportive and encouraging. I will miss him. May he rest in eternal peace and tranquility.

I didn't know Dr. Laposata, but me his brother: Lt. General Joe Lzposata at the 50th reunion of D-day veterans. I am attaching a picture of my father 1st Lt. Carl DePanicis with general Laposata I took in Normandy. Carl DePanicis, Jr.