William "Bill" Rapien Sr.

William "Bill" Rapien Sr. obituary, Pryor, OK

William "Bill" Rapien Sr.

William Rapien Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Stephens-Key Funeral & Cremation Care - Pryor on Jun. 2, 2023.
William Carl "Wild Bill" Rapien, Sr., 62-year-old Pryor resident, passed away June 1, 2023 surrounded by family. He was born August 5, 1960 in East St. Louis, Illinois to James and Francis (York) Rapien. He grew up and attended school in Pryor.
Bill worked for many years as a roofer and remodeler until his retirement. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, driving his truck, playing his guitar, and sitting at the park. He loved his grandchildren. He often spent time at his sister Bertha's house and would regularly watch crime shows. He also enjoyed utilizing his medical marijuana card.
Bill is survived by his son, William Carl "Billy" Rapien, Jr. and wife Brandee Sue of Pryor; sister, Bertha Anne Miller and husband Glen; 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at Freedom Church in Pryor.
Cremation arrangements are in the care of Stephens-Key Funeral and Cremation Care of Pryor.
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