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Tim LaPointe Obituary
Chicago 1947 - Chicago 2023
Timothy Harold LaPointe passed away on April 27, 2023. No, the H is not for Hustle, as fitting as it may have been! A wise man: he knew how to maneuver among his comrades. "Know the rules so you can play the game," he taught. An athlete, a soldier, a leader, and a provider, Tim is himself a rarity. As intense as he was at times, Tim was the first to make light of a bad situation when he saw that those he cared for were truly worried. Though an abundance of power was displayed when fighting for what he believed was right, Tim's loyalty and love were the truest displays of his strength. Tim is not to be missed, but appreciated, because he made sure to leave a lasting impression all over this world.
Tim's friends and family have been honored to know this extraordinary man. His legacy lives on through his wife, Beth; two sons, Jason (Erica) and Kyle; and granddaughter, Payten.
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Charlie Karler
May 1, 2025
Tim....I miss you, Central States will never be the same. Rest in Piece my
friend.
Randy McIntosh
November 29, 2023
Tim was the First Big League Coin Boss at Heritage to give me a break/entry to numismatics
He ran the whole retail division from 85-89 while I was there
Also a smile, great people person, had a big heart- RIP Tim and condolences to his family
Thank you again Tim, Randy McIntosh
edward aleo
June 22, 2023
simply a wonderful guy !!!
Frank Greenberg
May 20, 2023
It was the early/mid 1970's and Tim had just started his first job in the coin industry. The company he worked for sent him to a coin show in Manhattan. When he walked in the only people he saw anywhere near his age were my long time partner Steve and myself. He came over and introduced himself. We started talking, did some business, and that was the start of a 50 year friendship. Over those years we did some great business, had some pretty crazy adventures along the way, and supported each other through some rough times. RIP my friend. My deepest condolences to Beth and the boys.
Carol
May 15, 2023
Tim, I want you to know that you mattered. My sympathies to your friends and family. Rest in peace, my friend. Carol
Bob Rhue
May 12, 2023
I knew our friend Tim for many decades. Usually visited with him at all the shows.
I remember him best for his genuine connected nature, his integrity, and his always friendly upbeat attitude. And that warm welcoming smile.
His passing is such a stark reminder of how fragile and tenuous our life is.
And that we'd better live every day to the fullest. My thoughts go out to Beth and Erica and Kylie.
Bob Rhue
Jim and Barb Parkhurst
May 9, 2023
Tim was surely a great guy and true friend. We will miss him greatly.
LARRY DEMERER
May 7, 2023
TIM WAS TRULY ONE OF THE GOOD GUYS.
HIS MEMORY EVOKES A WONDERFUL SENSE OF HUMOR,
HONESTY, KINDNESS AND A GREAT WORK ETHIC.
Rest In Peace MY FRIEND.
Julian Leidman
May 5, 2023
Tim and I were colleagues for well over 40 years. Always a gentleman, he was admired and appreciated by the numismatic fraternity. My sincere condolences to the family.
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