1933
2023
John R. Raap
January 22, 1933-January 3, 2023
DAVENPORT-John R. Raap, 89, of Davenport, IA, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at Ridgecrest Health Center. Visitation will be held from 5-8pm on Thursday, January 12, at the Runge Mortuary. A funeral service will be held at 2pm on Friday, January 13, at Ridgecrest Health Center in the Koenig Chapel, with a visitation beginning one hour prior. He will be laid to rest in Davenport Memorial Park. Memorials may be made in his honor to the Ridgecrest Foundation, Hospice Compassus, or River Bend Food Bank. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rungemortuary.com.
John was born on January 22, 1933, the son of William and Margaret (Paustian) Raap in Davenport, IA. On September 9, 1951 he was united in marriage to Hilda Montgomery in Austin, MN. John proudly served in the U.S. Navy. He was employed for 34 years at IA/IL Gas & Electric Co. as a Service Supervisor.
John was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and part of the Quad Cities Cubs Fan Club. He was also involved in Boy Scouts for many years.
He is survived by children, Teresa (Bob) King, Davenport, IA, Mary (Danny) Fox, Waukee, IA, and William (Cindy) Raap, Walcott, IA; grandchildren: Mike (Barb) King, Ami Fox, Melissa King, Sarah (Jon) Rasler, Todd (Erika) Fox, Jill (Eric) Donoho and Kevin (Melissa) Raap; great-grandchildren: Chloe and Gavin King, Addison and Hayden Rasler, Daniel Fox, and Levi and Miles Raap, and Connor Donohoe.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Hilda A. Raap, after 64 years of marriage; his parents; brother, Bud Raap; sisters, Juanita Van Alstine and Jean Raymond; and infant twin brother and sister, Billy and Betty.
Thank you to Hospice Compassus and Ridgecrest Health Center for all the love and care John received the past few months.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by The Runge Mortuary and Crematory.
4 Entries
Dick Werner
January 12, 2023
Sorry to hear of John's death. One of my strongest memories is of the Raap/King family, filling an entire pew at Edwards UCC, holding hands as we sang "Go now is Peace at the end of our service. I was moved by this multi-generational practice, and I trust that they will all be comforted by the memories that such a strong family surely has, aspecially at this time.
Susan Karr
January 11, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember John from working at IIG&E and Edwards Church. He was a great guy and we can take comfort he is reunited with Hilda. May God bless all of you.
Sidney Boots
January 10, 2023
We send our sympathy wishes from California.
I worked for John for several years, and he was the best supervisor I ever had.
We were also church friends with John and Hilda.
After I retired to California, we tried to see them every time we got back.
Since we are not able to travel anymore, I have been calling once a month.
Candy Burmeister
January 10, 2023
All my sympathy and heart felt thoughts to all of John´s family. Part of my childhood memories will always be with you and your family. Please feel my thoughts, love and prayer Teresa, Mary and Bill. Candy (Wier) & Kenny Burmeister
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Jan
12
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Runge Mortuary and Crematory838 East Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA 52807
Funeral services provided by:
The Runge Mortuary and Crematory838 East Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA 52807
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreYou may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read moreThese free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read moreSome basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more