Laponte R. Williams was born to Helen (Austin) Williams and Elijah Williams in New York.

He retired from Conrail as an Engineer after 27 years of service. In the community he was a member of Chosen Friends Lodge #43 F & AM.

In his leisure, he enjoyed going to church, reading Bible scriptures, listening to jazz and playing his trumpet. He was a die-hard 76ers and Eagles fan and a man of God who loved all of his family dearly and unconditionally! He will be dearly missed by his family and loved ones forever.

On Friday, February 3, 2023, Laponte R. Williams at the age of 69, peacefully transitioned from this earthly life into eternal life.

Laponte leaves to celebrate his life and cherish precious memories of him, his sons, Laponte M. Williams, Paul Williams and Alex Chisholm; his sister, Joanne Claiborn; his brothers, Anthony Williams, Walter Williams and Frankie Austin; three grandchildren, Jaylynn McClendon, Laponte M. Williams and Ari Chisholm; one great-grandchild, Juniper Walters; his nephew, Tarajay Williams; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

His life will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 11, 2023 in the Sanctuary of Covenant Community Church, 1745 Derry Street, Harrisburg.