Waukesha – Crystal Dawn LaPoint-King, 47, received the promise of eternal life on Saturday, October 3, 2015. She was born in Racine on May 31, 1968, daughter of Timothy and Sandra (nee: Peterson) LaPoint.
Crystal was united in marriage to the love of her life, Lieutenant Colonel (retired) David Wayne King, on September 01, 2007, in Las Vegas. Crystal and David were truly in love with each other and always took care of one another’s needs; it was a true love story.
Crystal graduated from Park High School in Racine in 1986. She was a very brilliant, energetic, generous, and compassionate woman. She was the President/CEO of the Elite Human Capital Group in Brookfield. Her staff looked up to her as an “office mom”. Crystal’s business was ranked among the top 25 woman owned businesses in the state of Wisconsin.
Crystal also had a soft-spot in her heart for animals and truly was a crusader for animals in need. She and David have rescued many canine companions over the years. Crystal supported many animal shelters especially, Bichon & Little Buddies Animal Rescue.
Crystal’s spent her life helping others. She truly exemplifies someone who walks the walk when it came to helping others. Even in her death, Crystal continues to touch lives by being a bone and tissue donor. The quality of life for up to 100 lives can be improved with the gift Crystal has given.
Crystal leaves to cherish her memory, her beloved husband, David King of Waukesha; sons, Devin King, Alexander King; parents, Tim and Sandy LaPoint of Racine; in-laws, Jim and Mary King of Omaha, NE; sister, Michelle LaPoint-Haws of Racine; Godson and nephew, Cody Alan Haws of Racine; sisters-in-law, Laura (Mike) Lagana of Atlanta; Mary “Beth” (Russell) Miller of Omaha, NE; brother-in-law, James (Anni) King of Omaha, NE; four-legged companions, Wally, Stanley, Dora, Bella, Carol, and Fezzywinkle; Crystal’s extended family at Elite Human Capital Group; other relatives and dear friends too numerous to mention.
Crystal is preceded in death by her grandparents, Frank and Wilma Peterson, and Albert and Maggie LaPoint.
A celebration of Crystal’s life will take place on Saturday, October 10, 2015, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road, Racine, WI, 53403. Visitation will be held on Friday evening, October 9, 2015, 4:00pm until 7:00pm, at the funeral home. Visitation will continue on Saturday at 10:00am until the time of the service. Burial will follow the service on Saturday at West Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorials to Bichon & Little Buddies Animal Rescue, 828 Perkins Drive, Mukwonago, WI, 53149, to continue the support that Crystal loved to give.
Denise Hudson says
Family – please accept my sincerest condolences. I am so sorry for such a beautiful loss.
Denise Hudson
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SFC Gail Amend says
Prayers and condolences are send your way.
Jennie Davis says
Dave and family – I simply have no words to tell you how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Crystal was a bright light of joy and I remember so fondly the times we talked during your time here at RIA. My thoughts and prayers are with you all…and pray that the comfort of others will bring comfort to you, too. Jennie
Candace (Kuiper) Wood says
My deepest sympathies to everyone in Crystal’s family!! I have so many fond memories of Crystal. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!! XO
Patti Muraczewski says
Crystal was such an angel to Bichon & Little Buddies Rescue. We were sooooo blessed to know her if only for a relatively short time. Crystal showed us that there are angels on earth. I will be working out of town this weekend and will very unfortunately miss the funeral. I am so sorry to miss it as like all of her friends, I need closure.
Ruben Acosta says
Our deepest sympathy on your loss, our prayers are with you and your family. My God give you the strength during this trying times. Ruben and Norma Acosta
Melanie Parker-Campbell says
To the King family: Please accept my condolences during this difficult time.
Lucy Hernandez says
I am so sorry for your loss. my prayers for the family and God bless you all to get you through these hard times.
Brenda Hibbitt says
To my cousin Sandy and Tim LaPoint and Michelle I’m truly sorry of Crystal’s passing it was a shock to have heard . Crystal and I talked several times on the internet and she was such a beautiful ,warm,caring lady. She had a very beautiful spirit in her and she will be truly missed by everyone, David I’m truly sorry you lost someone you loved so dear to you.She had a heart of gold and her family was her life .One day she will be reunited with everyone of her family soon.She was an amazing and beautiful lady and a wonderful cousin I enjoyed the talks her and I had many a times she will be missed so much. God Bless you all and may God give you peace in your loss of your love one.
Charlene Griffin says
Dave and family,
My heart goes out to you during this time of loss. My prayers are with you. May God’s peace surround and sustain you all.