Date of Service:
February 12, 2022
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Robert Paul LaPorte “Bob”, age 77, of Vero Beach, FL, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on January 27, 2022. Surrounded by his loving family, he died peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Born in St Clair Shores, Michigan on June 22, 1944, Bob was the son of Earnest Joseph LaPorte and Margaret Annett LaPorte.
On December 30, 1966, Bob married Mary Ann Humanes. Their loving partnership lasted 55 years.
Bob was a well-known and respected building contractor in Vero Beach for 45 years. Bob was also a member of St. Helen Catholic Church, a volunteer at the Harvest Festival for 22 years and an avid hunter. Bob served his country in the National Guard.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ann Humanes LaPorte, two children – Marie (LaPorte) Olvey and Vicki (LaPorte) Jordan both of Vero Beach, FL. He is also survived by 5 grand children: Kylee and Devin Kiesel; Isabel, Ivey and Redmen Olvey and great grandchild: Emma Kiesel. Bob is also survived by his sisters Joyce (LaPorte) Wilde, Janet (LaPorte) Gieger, Jeannie (Laporte) Long, Linda (LaPorte) Von Plinksy and Diane (LaPorte) Steinke and brother Denny LaPorte. Bob is preceded in death by his siblings, Johnny LaPorte and David LaPorte.
A Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at St. Helen Catholic Church, 2000 20th St, Vero Beach, FL 32960. To watch the service, please use the link below:
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Kim & Corbin Durrell - Friend
February 1, 2022, 5:39 pm
Our sincerest condolences to the LaPorte Family. Keeping you in our prayers.
Tom and Terri Giles - Cousin to Mary Ann
February 1, 2022, 8:22 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May you find peace in the wonderful memories you hold dear.
Virginia Gallo - Cousin to Bobby
February 1, 2022, 10:05 pm
I’m remembering the fun times we had with Bobby and all of his siblings. When my family, Omer and Edna LaPorte plus six children, moved to Vero in 1958, there were many holiday parties hosted by Aunt Margaret and Uncle Ernie. Bob was always smiling, kind and fun. He and my sister, Annette, loved to dance. I’m so sorry he had to suffer his last years on earth but he had Mary Ann, Marie and Vicki to comfort him. They were a blessing. He is now with our Meme and Pepe, his mother and father, and many other relatives. I bet they are playing cards and having a beer. May God bless Bobby’s soul and his grieving family.
Fran Winston - Cousin by marriage
February 2, 2022, 4:31 pm
Bobby was one of the nicest, kindest people I’ve ever known. He was always there if you needed him. We had great times together with him and Mary Ann. He will be missed.
John and Pat Durrell - friends
February 2, 2022, 5:38 pm
We remember the fun times we had together like the canoe trip down the Peace River. The times the guys were together at our camp at River Ranch and falling off the buggy. Brings back some good memories. We are wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Hugh Wingate - Cousin to Marry Ann
February 2, 2022, 8:52 pm
Dear Mary Ann, Vicki and Mari. I pray God send you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Know that you are loved.
Donna Patteson - Acquaintance
February 2, 2022, 10:44 pm
With deepest sympathy to the family. Bob was my landlord over on Desota Ave. and one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. May he Rest In Peace.
Rene and Frank Cox - friend
February 3, 2022, 5:16 pm
Our deepest sympathy to the LaPorte family. Find comfort in the many memories that you all have shared.
Ann O'Donnell Bowers Fletcher - High School friend.
February 3, 2022, 6:05 pm
I’ve known Bobby, David, Joyce Ann, Dennis & their Parents since 1958. It is with a very saddened heart that I write this condolence. As my very good friend, Loretta De Petri said, “He was one of the good ones”. Everyone loved Bobby, not just the class of “62”. Will pray for him & the family. RIP Bobby
Cheryl Fletcher - Friend
February 6, 2022, 10:41 pm
My condolences to the Laporte family. I knew Bob for quite a few years. He was always so kind and sweet. I know he would rather be with his family. But he is in a wonderful place now. I use to be his restorative aide. I will never forget him.
John and Pauline Levesque - Canadian cousins
February 7, 2022, 3:25 pm
Our most heartfelt symphaty to the Laporte family. In our prayers.
Mr and Mrs David Ward - Acquaintance
February 8, 2022, 1:51 am
Our sincere condolences and prayers for all. Bob constructed our remodel on Little Orchid Island for our Smith Parents and we lived in the house from 2001-2015. We enjoyed him.