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Sue Trapp Obituary

SUE PRINCE TRAPP died Thursday, September 20, 2007 surrounded by loved ones. A fiercely independent, free-thinking woman, she battled bravely for her life against an illness that simply proved too tough, even for our "Sue". She is survived by her beloved husband of 24 years, Milton "Roy" Trapp; son, Jason Trapp; daughter, Natalie Bedwell and husband Brad; three grandchildren, Jonathan, Morgan and Ethan and their mother Maria Trapp; brother, Alan Prince and wife Karen; and numerous cousins, friends and relatives. Her passing follows that of her parents, James and Wanda Prince, to whom she was born in Germany on March 24, 1952. Sue grew up in the incomparable sixties and graduated from Houston's Austin High School in 1970. She lived and worked with a passion and energy that carried her through countless adventures and endeared her to her many friends. In 1983, Sue married Roy, settled down and raised a family of which she was immensely proud. Interested in politics at an early age, she realized a dream by becoming active as a volunteer for The Harris County Democratic Party, working tirelessly in the attempt to elect a governing body that would stand for compassion, tolerance and protection of civil rights. Sue, though your 55 years were heartbreakingly shorter than we had hoped, we will always love you and never forget you. You were one of a kind. Visitation will begin 1 hour before Funeral service on Monday, September 24, 2007 at 2pm at Forest Park Lawndale in the Family Chapel. Interment will follow after service.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Sep. 23, 2007.

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Patrick Burke

September 24, 2007

Roy, I am so very sorry for the loss of your wife. If there is anything I can do for you at any time please let me know.

thomas hill

September 24, 2007

Roy, Our heart and sympathy go out to you on the lost of your wife Sue.Tom & Judy hill

Laura Goetz

September 24, 2007

"Oh heart, if one should say to you that the soul perishes like the body, answer that the flower withers, but the seed remains."
-Kahlil Gibran

Sue, though your time with us was too short, the seeds you planted through your love, drive and passion will continue to make a difference in many lives. God bless, Laura

Malvin Johnson

September 24, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Grace Pendland

September 24, 2007

Dear Roy and Family,

I have lost a friend and neighbor and will always remember her as ONE of a KIND!!

She gave love and sweetness, and I am comforted to know she was surrounded by her loving family at the time of her passing.

With sincere compassion,

Grace Pendland

Edward Canche

September 24, 2007

With deepest sympathy on the loss of your wife Sue
Ed and Judy Canche

Michael Sprock

September 24, 2007

Roy
I'm so very sorry for your loss.
If their is any thing I can do for you please call and let me know.

Terry Jones

September 24, 2007

Debbi and I were so saddened to hear this news. Although we haven't seen Sue for many years, it almost seems like yesterday the last time we talked. Our hearts go out to Roy, Jason, Natalie, and the rest of the Family. You and Sue are in our prayers.

Manny Reichstein

September 23, 2007

Roy and family:

I was shocked to learn of Sue's passing. She was a dear friend of mine--more like a close relative.
You and your family have my sympathy in this moment of sorrow, and trust that her memory will be everlasting to me and to her many admirers who felt honored by her presence and her use of common sense.

Manny Reichstein

September 23, 2007

Roy and family:

I was shocked to learn of Sue's passing. She was a dear friend of mine--more like a close relative.
You and your family have my sympathy in this moment of sorrow, and trust that her memory will be everlasting to me and to her many admirers who felt honored by her presence and her use of common sense. She will be sorely missed.

Beth and Steven Zeffert

September 23, 2007

Dear Roy and Family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope it comforts you to know how many people like us have a special place in their hearts for your beloved Sue. Please accept our condolences and contact us if there is anything you might need. In the meanatime, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

Beth Zeffert

September 23, 2007

Dear Sue,

I was so very sad to read of your passing. I know how little words written on a page can mean to you at such a time, but I still want to let you know that you are in my thoughts. You held a special place in my heart for as long as I knew you. The countless hours we spent working on the Johnson Rayburn Dinner will always be remembered, and I will miss your nurturing presence very much.

You are an extraordinary person. Please know that I am thinking of you.

Tell God I said hi.

Sue, if you can put a word into God's ear ask him to help Democrats win in 2008.

I will not say goodbye for we will meet again.

Your friend,

Sandy Harrison

September 23, 2007

Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. You helped me when My J. past. I am here if you need someone to talk to, please call anytime. My family and I are so very sorry for your loss.
Sandy Harrison

Kenneth Peters

September 23, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Denise (morning glory) Armet

September 23, 2007

To my dear sweetpea for all the memories, all our adventures in the yellow submarine. I will never forget your laugh and our friendship over the years. Please tell Tulip hello and say hi to Ronnie R.;O).

zebo

September 23, 2007

No words just memories of a great, strong, wonderful human being come to mind when I remember and will remember Sue. I courted my wife of 33 years with Sue and the gals. Her love of life and way of thinking was easy to understand. I just hope there is peace for Sue and those, like me, that loved her.

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