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Mildred Lapp Obituary

Mildred E. "Millie" Lapp, 82, of Allentown, died Jan. 27, 2023 in Lehigh Valley Hospital. She was the wife of the late Raymond S. Lapp. Born in Dillingersville, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Dorothy (Gilbert) Debus. Mildred worked as a merrow machine operator for Collegeville Flag Company for more than 30 years, retiring in 1988. She was a member of Chestnut Hill Church U.C.C. and Eastern Star Calypso Chapter. She enjoyed baking and was known for her apple pie and homemade crust. Mildred is survived by her daughter, Brenda L. wife of Michael Heck; grandson, Brian Budraitis and wife Laura; grandsons, Dylan and Benjamin; brother, Kenneth Debus and wife Alice; sisters, Mae Schoup, Lorraine wife of Douglas Kahler, and Marjorie wife of Richard Trinkle. She was predeceased by a brother, Robert Debus and sisters, Marian Hottle and Arlene Sweinhart. A memorial service will be held on Wed., Feb. 1, 2023 at 11:00 AM in Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., 250 Main St., Emmaus. Visitation 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Chestnut Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Chestnut Hill Church U.C.C., 6870 Chestnut Hill Church Road, Coopersburg, PA 18036.

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Published by Morning Call on Jan. 29, 2023.

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Tina (Gilliard) Sell

February 15, 2023

Brenda, sorry to hear that your mom passed on, she was a good friend and neighbor to our mom, Germaine. Our condolences to you and your family, love, The Gilliard sisters, Jean, Tina, and Denise

Gail Schaffer

February 1, 2023

My heartfelt sympathy to Brenda and her family. Millie was such a sweet person and always made me laugh. I'm going to miss the lunches we had with her and her ladies. Fond memories that with always make me smile. Hugs

Bernadette Marx Woodring

January 30, 2023

Brenda,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Millie and my mother, Mary Marx, worked together for many years.Millie was a wonderful friend to Mary and my mother loved her.
May you be blessed with comfort and peace.

Bernadette Marx Woodring.

Kristin Debus

January 30, 2023

Sending love and peace to friends and family during this time of loss. Millie was my aunt and in my eyes and heart a very special part of Dillingersville. R.I.P Mildred Esther

JUDY AND BILL

January 29, 2023

A FRIEND TO EVERYONE ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS HAVE SPENT MANY GOOD TIMES WITH HER AND RAY.MANY DINNERS AND LANCASTER TRIPS WILL SURELY MISS HER REST IN PEACE

Eleanor Snyder

January 29, 2023

She was my cousin and also friends with my one sister. As kids we lived a short distance away from their family home. She had a good sense of humor.

Brian Budraitis

January 29, 2023

Rest in peace Dema. Laura, Dylan, Ben and I will miss your laugh, stories, and wild hair colors! Tell Paps we say hi. "Butchy"

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