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Edwin Rape Obituary
Edwin H. Rape, 86, of Evans City passed away Thursday at his residence.
Born Jan. 5, 1923, in Butler County, he was the son of late Leslie O. and Mary M. Kiser Rape.
Mr. Rape was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Evans City.
He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Army in Battery D, 204th AAA AW Battalion. He was a member of Harmony-Evans City VFW Post 499.
He began working in what was known as Spithaler's at the age of 16, buying the business in 1966 and changing the name to Evans City Auto Parts. In 1990, he sold the business to his son but still worked in the store.
He was a life member of the NRA and the Evans City Sportsman's Club and was an avid hunter. He also enjoyed riding his motorcycle.
Surviving are a daughter, Marjorie K. (David) Carey of Walla Walla, Wash.; a son, James E. (Cindy) Rape of Evans City; his special friend and companion, Barbara Beahm of Evans City; a sister, Mrs. Ruth Wible of Evans City; two grandchildren, Brian M. Natali of Butler and Aaron D. (Shelley) Natali of Evans City; and two great-grandsons, James and Dominic Natali.
He was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.
RAPE - Friends and relatives of Edwin H. Rape, who died Thursday, Dec. 24, 2009, will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the A. Carl Kinsey-Ronald N. Volz Funeral Home Inc., 328 W. Main St., Evans City. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday from the funeral home with the Rev. David Saylor, his pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Evans City Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made to the VNA Hospice, 154 Hindman Road, Butler, PA 16001.
Additional information may be obtained at www.kinsey-volzfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edwin Rape
Bonnie and Dick Boylan
January 6, 2010
Jim and Cindy
So sorry to hear about Uncle Ed. I will always remember him being such an upbeat person with a big smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Kradel
January 5, 2010
I was saddened to hear of Eddie's passing.Super good guy and great friend for many year's. It was my pleasure to know him and call him my friend.
Doug Barnes
January 2, 2010
My prayers and condolences to your family at the loss of your Father and Grandfather. The memories you have will carry you thru the days ahead. Your Father will be missed and I am sure he was loved by many. My Uncle and my Father talked about how great of a guy he was to all.
God Bless you all and the prayers of many people are with you.
Doug Barnes
( son of Shorty Barnes WW 2 204th AAA)
Molly Foy (mazuch)
December 28, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I had a lot of fun with Ed at the store.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.An his life was well lived.
john and brenda henzel
December 28, 2009
jim and cindy we were so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers our with you
December 27, 2009
Dear Jim and Cindy,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing.
Your father was always so friendly and helpful in the store. He will be greatly missed by the community.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
With sympathy.
Richard and Karen Lipp
Gary Kelley
December 27, 2009
Jim,
So sorry to hear about your Dad.
Blaine Miller
December 27, 2009
To Uncle Ed's family....
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My Uncle Ed was always the best. God bless you all.
Blaine and family
Denny Mehrenberg
December 27, 2009
A life long friend who will be for ever remembered for his smile and compassion.
December 26, 2009
In loving memory of a wonderful person.
The best Uncle anyone could ask for. I will have the memories with me always.
Thanks for always having a kind word and a laugh. Rest well Uncle Ed.
Jim and Marge, your in my thoughts.
Wish I could be there for you.
Dan Miller
Tampa, Florida
December 26, 2009
Jim and Cindy, Was very sorry to hear about your loss. Remember the good times you shared. I know this isn't easy on the both of you, but take care. I will keep you in my prayers.
Chris Knauff, Evans City, PA.
Randy & Missy Thompson
December 26, 2009
To the family of Ed - We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Ed was such a wonderful man and friend to all who knew him. I enjoyed talking to him and teasing him at the store and when he delivered parts to the garage (Bower's Garage). Thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. You all have a special angel watching over each of you now. If there is anything we can do, please call at any time.
Marcy Marshall
December 26, 2009
Jim and Cindy, So sorry to hear of your loss. Losing someone at any time of the year is such a sad event. Losing one so close, at this time of year... You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Marcy and Mike Marshall
Michael and Tad Forsythe
December 26, 2009
Although we moved away over seven years ago, we often thought of Ed who was probably the best neighbor we ever had. We know how much Ed will be missed by those who had the privilege to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ed's family and friends at the loss of such a wonderful person; may they find comfort and strength in the Lord.
Tom and Karen Burbidge
Conneaut Lake, PA
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