Name: Visitation for James E. Trapp Sr.
Start: 2018-02-27T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-02-28T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Cody-White Funeral Home

James E. Trapp Sr.
James E. Trapp Sr., 88, of Milford, beloved husband of the late Nancy Fohs Trapp, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2018. James was born on January 19, 1930 in Milford, to the late John H. and Margaret Trapp.
As a life long resident of Milford, James graduated from Milford High School in 1948 where he excelled in sports. He graduated from UConn in 1952, and then went on to proudly serve as second lieutenant in the US Air Force.
James' love for teaching was evident in the 26 years he dedicated to the Stratford school district. He also worked as a part time postal employee for many of those teaching years. After retiring he spent several years in design and production at North Sails in Milford. His passions included music of all styles, flying, sailing, skiing, tennis, and bicycling along the Milford shoreline. James loved being with his family at Laurel Beach, especially time spent with his grandchildren. His passion for teaching was evident to anyone who saw him with his pen in his shirt ready for an impromptu lesson. His laughter and fun-filled personality will truly be missed by anyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
James is survived by his sons, James E. Trapp Jr. (Mary Joyce) of Branford, Daniel J. Trapp (Cynthia) of Milford and Kenneth R. Trapp of Milford; his daughters, Tara J. Trapp (Andrew Korpita) of Monroe and Meghan M. Schaney (Paul) of Holliston, MA; seven grandchildren, Lindsay and Sally Trapp, Nathan, Matthew and Emilee Schaney and Daniel and Amelia Trapp; and his sister, Patricia Trapp Taulty of Milford. James was predeceased by his three brothers and four sisters. The family would like to thank the dedicated nurses, aides and staff at Lord Chamberlain Rehabilitation Center and CT Hospice for their kind and compassionate care.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Gabriel Church, 26 Broadway, Milford, CT. Interment will follow at St. Mary Cemetery, Buckingham Ave., Milford, CT. Friends and family may call on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the CODY-WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 107 Broad St., Milford, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CT Hospice, 100 Double Beach Rd., Branford, CT 06405. To leave online condolences, please visit our website at www.codywhitefuneralservice.com.

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Published by Connecticut Post on Feb. 25, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for James Trapp

10 Entries

Al Tingley

March 2, 2018

Jim and I were close friends and teammates at MHS and roommates for one year at UCONN. We probably shoveled a million oyster shells together during summer vacations.Jim played hard, worked hard,and was kind and thoughtful,and must have been a great teacher. I share your loss.

Donna Blewitt

March 1, 2018

Dear Dan, Cynthia, and family,
My heart goes out to you in this time of loss and sorrow. I know your Dad was very special to you and he will be missed a lot by all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I hope that you will find solace in the love and presence of family and friends around you at this time.

2001 in Milford

March 1, 2018

Jimmy and I have been close friends for 69 years going back to our days at UCONN and roommates for 3 of those without a crossword ever. Smart, funny, kind, generous and loyal. are all descriptive of him. I was blessed to know my friend, my oldest friend.

Rest easy Jim, Fred Hyman

February 28, 2018

Jim,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Walter Poli Sheahan Jr., & Tracy Lee Edwards

February 26, 2018

As your mother's college roommate, your parents were very special to me. I am deeply sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I pray for him, your mom, and hour family.
Pat Ness

Carl DeLucia

February 25, 2018

Dear Ken, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father. He will be remembered as an educated gentleman and a great patient with whom I enjoyed conversing on any subject. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Respectfully, Carl DeLucia DDS

Bob Ford

February 25, 2018

Jim was a close friend of mine. We go back to our high school football days! As time went on, we re-connected with team mates and enjoyed meeting for lunches.......recalling our youth and solving the problems of the world. Jim was a gentleman with a sharp mind and a passion for teaching. I shall miss him.

Tom Clifford

February 25, 2018

Dear Jim - My sympathy on the loss of your dear father. What a full, remarkable life! However, at the end of the day, his legacy is his family. In this regard, he has left an exemplary inheritance.
Sincerely,

February 25, 2018

So sorry to hear of Jim passing. Both Nancy and Jim were great neighbors in Laurel Beach. Our prayers to the family. Libby Ditchkus and family.

February 24, 2018

Jimmy was a kind and wonderful next door neighbor, always ready to share news events and always willing to help with his knowledge which was quite extensive, we shared the love of great symphonies, and opera, i will always fondly remember our friendship, and that of his wife Nancy. Lovingly Patti Kellam

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