Edwin C. Rapke Obituary

The passing of Edwin C. Rapke of Rome, New York leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 24, 2024 at the age of 97. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Edwin C. Rapke to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Rapke and Bertha Scheidelman Rapke; and his siblings, Edna Celotti, Myrtle White, Edith Bork, LeRoy, Seymore, Walter, Robert and Raymond Rapke.

He is survived by: his wife Estella Sherman of John's Lutheran Church; his son Paul Rapke (Lynn Clawson) of Rome; his grandchildren, Thomas Rapke (Jennifer) and Michael Rapke (Carley); his great grandchildren, Ella, Leah, Nora and Vera; and his sisters-in-law, Marion Rapke, Joanne Stellato (Fred) and Betty Martinez (Robert). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Barry Funeral Home

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