Phyllis S. Rapier

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Phyllis Rapier Obituary

RAPIER Phyllis S. Rapier of Columbus, lost her courageous battle with cancer on September 2, 2010 at Kobacker House. She was born in Marion, Ohio in 1926 to Miller E. and Florence G. Sweney. She was raised in Marion and in Highland Park, Michigan. Her family moved to Columbus in the fall of 1944. Phyllis graduated from The Ohio State University where she met her first husband David A. Redman. In 1966, she married William A. Rapier and together they spent many wonderful years traveling the world, visiting five continents. Retiring in 1985, she spent her career in the Columbus Public Schools, teaching at Beaumont and Northtowne Elementary Schools. She has sailed off to join her parents and William, who have gone on before. She is survived by her son, Steven A. Redman, his wife Dona and their children Desiree and Steven of Westerville. Also cherishing her memory are step-daughters, Ninette Romosier of Columbus and Melanie Cunningham of Pickerington; special daughter, Gaye Rogowski-Haney of Richwood; cousin, Dick Wintermute of Columbus; and her many friends and neighbors. Honoring her wishes, there will be no viewing or formal service. Her cremains will be scattered among her favorite places at a later date. The family suggests any considerations be made to HomeReach Hospice or to the Shriner's Children's Hospitals burn units.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Sep. 5 to Sep. 6, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Phyllis Rapier

7 Entries

September 14, 2010

Steve, Dona, Dee-Dee and Stevie,
Phyl was such a wonderful neighbor and friend. Our adventures around Ohio and Michigan give me fond memories. So much of the Columbus area was introduced to me by Phyl--she knew all the great things to see and to visit. I miss her. She was so very proud of her family. I know you all honor her life, her graciousness, and her sense of humor. My deepest sympathy.

~Janie Hurlbert

September 10, 2010

Steve,Dona andfamily,
What a wonderful lady your Mom was. She and I had some great times traveling and visiting here at the beach. We will miss her. Our prayers are with you all at this . Love, Rita and Hal

September 8, 2010

I'm smiling as I write this, because even though my sister and I didn't discuss this, I see that she has also left condolences for one of our favorite teachers of all time, Mrs. Rapier! While I don't remember all of my teachers, I could never forget her -- she was an absolute joy to have as a teacher and all of her students loved her. And that's saying a lot for 5th graders!! :) A great teacher and the epitome of patience and grace.

Sandy Ritchey

September 7, 2010

I so enjoyed knowing Phyllis. She was a wonderful hostess and delighted in showing off her beautiful Christmas trees during the holidays.

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Julie Fenner-Anderson

September 7, 2010

I have so many fond memories of my 5th grade teacher at Beaumont! And 30 years later, in 1997, we ran into each other at Oakland Nursery and had a lovely conversation...we remembered each other instantly. Wow, she certainly had her hands full with the 5th grade versions of Gloria, Amy, and I. Bless her, she cared enough to phone my parents when I wasn't my, um, best self.

Such a lovely woman.

Julie Fenner Anderson
Beaumont 5th Grade, Class of 1969

Signe Strawser

September 7, 2010

Just wanted to send my sincere condolences to Mrs. Rapier's family. She was my 5th grade teacher at Beaumont Elementary. She was a great teacher and instilled fond memories in her students for many years to come. Even after I left the school, I stopped by there occasionally to see how she was doing. Sincere sympathy.
Signe Anderson Strawser, Circleville, Ohio - Beaumont Elementary 5th grade class of 1966

Monique and David Philips

September 5, 2010

Dear Steve and family,
We are so sorry to learn of the death of your Mom....she was a very special friend to my folks along with your step-dad.....I can see them now....playing euchre. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Daughter of Josette and Al Davis

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