John Arthur Lapoint

John Arthur Lapoint, 85, of River Road, passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2011, at his home surrounded by his loving family.Born on May 23, 1925, in Stewartstown, NH, he was the son of Irving and Marie (Dubois) Lapoint. John attended Campton schools. John entered the U.S. Marine Corps at the age of 16 and achieved the rank of Corporal M-1 Rifle Marksman and flew in Armored Aircrafts.For several years John worked in several area car dealerships. He also worked for many years at I.P.C. (Freudenberg) and retired as a Machinist in 1987.John loved music; he loved playing his guitar and fiddle with his friends, had many jam sessions, and played at many functions throughout the years. A handyman, he loved to tinker on cars, TVs, radios, clocks, and watches. He loved spending time with his family for barbecues and other family meet-ups. There is much to say about his kindness and generosity, his sense of humor was "over the top".John will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.He is predeceased by his brother, Leo Lapoint and his parents.He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Lucille M. (Blake) Lapoint, of Bridgewater; his daughter, Cheryl Lapoint, of Meredith; step-children, Harold Bliss, of Bridgewater, Juanita and husband Peter Ackerman, of Franklin, Geraldine Tallman, of Groton, and Victoria and husband Tom Calkins, of Newton PA; mother-in-law, Mae Blake, also of Bridgewater; 12 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren, and several nieces nephews and cousins.Memorials:Donations may be made in John's memory to a charity of one's choice.Visitation:There will be no calling hours.Service:A graveside service will be held in the spring, on Monday, May 23, 2011, at Blair Cemetery, in Campton. Rev. Edward J. Charest, pastor of the Plymouth United Methodist Church, will officiate.