SJR25,1,32 Whereas, Mr. Joseph Charles LaPorte passed away on February 17, 2013, at
3the age of 91; and

SJR25,1,54 Whereas, Mr. LaPorte's parents were Sicilian immigrants who came to
5Milwaukee in 1904; and

SJR25,1,76 Whereas, Mr. LaPorte served our country as a technical sergeant in World War
7II, earning three battle stars for his exceptional service; and

SJR25,1,98 Whereas, after serving in World War II, Mr. LaPorte lived in Waukesha for the
9rest of his life; and

SJR25,1,1210 Whereas, Mr. LaPorte served as a city of Waukesha alderman for five total
11terms, as mayor of the city of Waukesha for one term, and as Milwaukee County
12Supervisor for one term; and

SJR25,1,1513 Whereas, Mr. LaPorte and his wife Marion founded and operated their popular
14restaurant and tavern, LaPorte's Tap, which brought together customers from all
15over the area; and

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1Whereas, Mr. LaPorte worked diligently to bring the Regional State Office
2Building to downtown Waukesha, inspiring residents to contribute to the cause and
3realize that change is possible with persistence and passion; and

SJR25,2,64 Whereas, Mr. LaPorte was an active member of several community
5organizations including St. Joseph's Church, the American Legion, and the
6Waukesha Memorial Hospital Board; and

SJR25,2,97 Whereas, Mr. LaPorte had a deep appreciation for his family and made them
8just as much a priority as the needs of the Waukesha community that he sincerely
9loved; and

SJR25,2,1110 Whereas, the residents of Waukesha will always remember Mr. LaPorte and his
11dedicated service to Waukesha; now, therefore, be it