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Robert Tappendorf Obituary
Robert "Bob" Tappendorf
December 12, 1934-March 11, 2023
DAVENPORT-Funeral services and Mass of Christian Burial for Robert "Bob" Tappendorf, 88, of Davenport, will be held at 10:30am on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, Davenport. Burial will follow in Davenport Memorial Park. Visitation will be 4:30-6:30pm Tuesday at Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home, Davenport. Memorials may be made to the Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House.
Mr. Tappendorf passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf.
Robert Curtis Tappendorf was born December 12, 1934, in Davenport, the son of Elmer and Eileen (Lane) Tappendorf. He was united in marriage to Madeline "Maddy" Cook on March 17, 1953 in Davenport. In 1973, Bob and Maddy created a home-based business named "Tappendorf Plumbing." For 35 years, together they enjoyed the benefits and challenges of their business, which has now been passed on to their son. Whether it was by joining a snowmobiling club, riding horses, riding Harleys with his wife or socializing with their many dear friends; they lived life to the fullest. Maddy preceded him in death on January 9, 2008.
Bob was a navy veteran of the Korean War, serving on the USS Luzon from 1953 - 1960.
Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Valerie (Chris) Ryan of LeClaire, son and daughter-in-law, Robert E. (Deborah) Tappendorf of Davenport; grandchildren, Ryan (Tracy) Tappendorf, Kateeya (Zack) Brown, C. Matthew (Stephanie) Ryan, Rebecca (Mike) Tope, Trent (Ashley) Emry, Alex Tappendorf, and Rachel (Clay) Emry-Rowen, Katie (Blake) Caudill; great-grandchildren, Alijah and Lillianna Brown, Kaleb, Kolton, and Kamrie Tappendorf, Hayden and Owen Ryan, Trent Jr and Anderson Emry, Mia and Finnegan Tope; brother Jerry (Sally) Tappendorf.
In addition to his wife Maddy, he was preceded in death by sister Janet Grimes.
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Kevin B Hunter, Saint Louis, MO
March 22, 2023
Lest We Forget - The Land of the Free Because of the Brave. Bob you were loved in life and you will be loved in death still. My deepest condolences to the families. Special love to Bobby n Deb and "sweet" Valerie n, my long lost classmate, Chris. Fair Winds Shipmate - We have the watch, you now stand relieved of duty sir. And a big ole squeeze for Maddy. Love ya, Kevin
Marianne Hamilton
March 16, 2023
Valerie, I'm so sorry, thinking of you and your family.
Kathy Brown
March 14, 2023
So sorry for your loss!
Paul & Judy Wolf
March 13, 2023
We were so sad to hear of Bob's passing. I worked for him and he was a good friend and excellent employer. I am sure he will be missed by many people. Rest in piece Bob
Mike "Grizz" Krebs
March 13, 2023
I remember Bob´s great disposition and openness. I used to stop on my Harley on Telegraph to have a brew or two. Great person and memories.
Larry and Jill Tappendorf
March 12, 2023
We are so sorry for the families loss. He was always fun and inviting. Our thoughts go out to you guys. Hugs.
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