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Joseph A. Rappa
1932 - 2025
BORN
1932
DIED
2025
FUNERAL HOME
8440 Main Street
Williamsville, New York
Joseph Rappa Obituary
Jan 21, 1932 - Oct 4, 2025
Age 93. Beloved husband of the late Arlene M. (nee Greco) Rappa; devoted father of Rebecca Rappa and the late Jolene Rappa; dearest son of the late Mary (nee Peperati) Rappa; dear brother of the late Bennie (late Antoinette) Rappa and Francine (late George) Spinelli; also survived by nieces and nephews. Joseph was a United States Army Veteran, retired from U.S. Customs and was a member of Harris Hill Fire Company with 42 years of dedication. The family will be present Tuesday, October 7, 2025 from 6-7 PM at the (Harris Hill Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 8440 Main St., where Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 9:30 AM. Family and friends invited. Interment to be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Wounded Warriors. Share condolences at www.AMIGONE.com.
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gary p zimmett
October 7, 2025
RIP Soldier Thank you for your service
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