Thomas Gordon LaPointe

Thomas G. LaPointe, age 79, of Toledo, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 27 at his home.

Born in Sylvania, Ohio, Thomas was the son of Gordon and Josephine LaPointe. He attended St. Francis de Sales High School, where he graduated as valedictorian of his class, and earned his degree at the University of Toledo. Thomas devoted his professional life to teaching mathematics at Sylvania City Schools until his retirement in 1998.

Thomas is survived by his son, Dan (Corrie) LaPointe; his granddaughter, Eva LaPointe of New Albany, Ohio; his daughter, Jennifer LaPointe of Northwood, Ohio; and his former wife, Sue LaPointe of Oregon, Ohio. He also held a lifelong affection for St. Francis de Sales High School, the first and true love of his life.

A Mass of Remembrance will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, at Gesu Catholic Church, 2049 Parkside Blvd, Toledo, with doors opening one hour prior.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the St. Francis de Sales High School Foundation.

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