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1934
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2022
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Wayne LaPorte Obituary
Newbury, NH —
Wayne Donald LaPorte, Sr went to be with his Lord peacefully surrounded by family on Thurs, August 11, 2022 just shy of his 88th birthday. He fought a very valiant year long struggle to regain strength and health after breaking his neck.
Wayne was born to Reginald and Grace Preston LaPorte, in Graniteville, VT on Sept 6, 1934 the third of four children. He was predeceased by his parents, a brother, Richard, and by a sister, Eloise LaPorte and a half brother, Reginald Jr.. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Judith Sawyer LaPorte, his daughter, Teriko LaPorte MacConnell, and her significant other, Stergios Spanos; a son, Wayne Donald LaPorte, Jr. and his wife Kate Culverhouse, and three beloved grandchildren: Bryanna and Danielle
MacConnell, and Kainoa Culverhouse and by his sisters, Vivian Brown and half sister Margaret Rychesky,. He was an amazing Dad and Grampa. His family was everything to him.
Wayne was a Master Scuba Diver, a certified scuba diving instructor, a Master Electrician, a master plumber and a superb carpenter. He was a fireman for years and Fire Chief.
He was full of energy, had a wonderful impish sense of humor, was funny and lovable. Everyone who knew him loved him.
For 60 years they dove under the ice right before midnight on NY's Eve and came back up after midnight, seeing the New Year "IN" under the ice.
There will be a celebration of life at South Newbury Union Church on Monday, August 22 at 11:00. Refreshments will follow in the Friendship House.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wayne LaPorte
Leon Luszcz
July 5, 2024
So sorry to hear of you and your family's loss. Always thought you were such a perfect couple, kind, considerate, and caring. Trees to honor Wayne. God Bless.
David Matthews
August 15, 2023
Wayne was a good man. He taught Scott Staples (Staples Vets of Claremont) and me to dive when were 13 +14 years old, something we continued to do for many decades all over New England. Wayne, his kindness, and skills will be missed.
Dave Matthews, Newbury
Cindy Lapp
September 8, 2022
Wayne was a very happy man, it radiated in his eyes and his smile.
He helped us search for a go pro in the Lake once and his happy demeanor stuck with us.
Our condolences to all the family.
Janie Worthen Chartrand
September 6, 2022
Judy, I know I'm a VERY old friend, but the LaPorte family and mine were good friends. My Dad, Ced Worthen, thought the world of Reg. I just found out now, Sept., about Wayne. And I miss New England and Lake Sunapee all the time. We two Yankees raised 6 Southern kids, so here we are in GA. Please accept our sincere condolances. Janie Worthen Chartrand
Jim and Janet Luca
August 22, 2022
Wayne taught both of us how to dive. He was a sweet soft spoken teacher that would always take the time to go over anything you needed. It was a wonderful experience. Wayne will be missed...God bless!!
Diane Hargbol
August 20, 2022
A truly remarkable person. Kind , always a smile. He will be missed. So sorry for your loss. Newbury will not be the same without Wayne
wayne two
August 16, 2022
Judy I am so sorry for your loss He will be missed
Wayne and Sandra Morse
August 16, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Henry Ham
August 16, 2022
Wayne was my dive instructor, way back in the good old day. He also taught my sons. Remember him well. R.I.P. Condolences to Judy and the family.........
Kathleen (Bradicich) Stevens
August 16, 2022
Remembering....
So sorry for your loss, Judy.
Joanne Bagley
August 15, 2022
I am so sorry to hear this news. My heart hurts for your family and friends. But you will see them all again after awhile. I am sure our Savior smiles as He greets you in Heaven.
Donna Young
August 15, 2022
I so enjoyed learning scuba diving from Wayne.he and Judy were always so welcoming at every lesson. He was a very familiar presence around lake Sunapee and will be greatly missed. Donna Young
Heather Weir
August 15, 2022
He was a wonderful man and he always had a smile on his face! He will be greatly missed by all but especially his loving wife Judy! My heart goes out to the entire family :-(
Pam August
August 15, 2022
So very sorry for the loss of this great man. Sending hugs and love to the family he loved so very much.
John and Laura Cook and Family
August 14, 2022
Uncle Wayne was a wonderful and caring person. He will be sorely missed. We know there is a glorious celebration going on in Heaven right now, God has called one of his children home. God Bless!
Karen Ansart Willis
August 14, 2022
Judy I am so very sorry for your loss of Wayne. By reading the Newbury news each week he fought a long battle to get his strength back. My prayers and love to your family in this sad time..
Linda Gardner
August 13, 2022
Dear Judy, Sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I'm sure he will be greatly missed by you and your family and his friends. You have many good memories of the many trips you enjoyed. Prayers are with you and your family. Linda Gardner Georges Mills.
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