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Deloise Rapelyea Obituary

RAPELYEA - Deloise Carol, of Hempstead, NY on October 26, 2007. Predeceased by her husband Vernon C. Rapelyea. Loving mother of Ernest J. Turner, Charles, Melvin S., Brian M., and Kevin M. Rapelyea; Sister Rubye P. Roberts, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Reposing at Carl. C. Burnett Funeral Home, Inc., 456 South Franklin St., Hempstead NY, Thursday 7-9PM. Religious Service Friday 11:00 AM at the Antioch Baptist Church, 94 James LL Burrell Ave., Hempstead, NY. Burial in the Harmony Memorial Park Cemetery, Washington, D.C. November 3, 2007.

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Published by Newsday from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2007.

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aja rapelyea

February 16, 2008

hi everybody i just wanted to say hi i miss grandma alot

David Rapelyea

January 15, 2008

Ernest, Melvin, Brian and Kevin. Please accept my condolense on the passing of your Mother; Aunt Delores Rapelyea.I know she is in a better place now with no worries or pains. a caring person she was and I always will cherish her in my heart.


Your Cousin, David A and Family ( wife -Regina, daughter- Davina, sons- David C and James)

Tamara Gilmore-Spruill

November 3, 2007

My heart felt sympathy goes out to the family. I will remember you in my prayers.

Echo Hill Camp

October 31, 2007

Dear Mel, Sean and Family,
We are all so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and our hearts are with you.
Love from everyone at Echo Hill Camp

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