Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Lunning Funeral Chapel

2620 Mount Pleasant St

Burlington, Iowa

Richard Rappenecker Obituary

Richard "Rich" E. Rappenecker passed away peacefully on Aug. 6, 2025, at the age of 68, after a courageous battle with heart disease.

Funeral services will be Friday, Aug. 15, at 11 a.m. at Lunning Chapel, 2620 Mount Pleasant St. A celebration of life will follow at The Drake, 106 Washington St., at 12:30 p.m., where Rich would want family and friends to raise a toast in his honor. In keeping with Rich's love for golf, casual "golf attire" is encouraged for the funeral and celebration.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Mississippi Valley Publishing on Aug. 12, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Rappenecker

Sponsored by Lunning Funeral Chapel.

Not sure what to say?





1 Entry

Fred Spandet

August 17, 2025

So sorry to hear about Rich. He was such a good man. I always enjoyed working and playing with him. So sad! Deepest sympathy from Fred and Dee Dee Spandet

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Make a Donation
in Richard Rappenecker's name

Memorial Events
for Richard Rappenecker

Aug

15

Funeral

11:00 a.m.

Lunning Funeral Chapel

2620 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington, IA

Funeral services provided by:

Lunning Funeral Chapel

2620 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington, IA 52601

How to support Richard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Richard Rappenecker's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more