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LAPOS, Thomas John
Colonel, USAF, Retired,
Passed away Feb 13, 2012 after valiant battle with lung cancer. Survived by his beloved wife of 58 years Beckie, children Freeda, Thomas, Terrie, Mary, Bernie & Rose, grandchildren Liz, Alisa, Christina, Jenny, Megan, great-grandchildren, Jamey, Lily, Evan, Avery.
Born Nov. 9, 1931 in Lansford, PA to Andrew AND Elizabeth Lapos.
Col. Lapos had a distinguished military career, serving as a Navigator, Commander 3340 Tech Training Group, Chanute, AFB, IL, as Dir. of Instruction DoD Race Relations Institute, FL, Dir. USAF School for Social Actions Training, Dep. Commander/Dir. of the USAF Drug Abuse Rehab Center, TX. He was highly decorated including the Legion of Merit for Exceptionally Meritorious Conduct, Air Medals for Meritorious Achievement while Participating in Aerial Flight in SE Asia, Bronze Service Stars, Combat Readiness Medal and many more. Served SE Asia during Vietnam conflict. He received MBA, was amazing stained glass artist, (windows Our Lady of Sorrows Chapel, Thornton, CA & KofC #953 Hall) & wooden toy maker.
Col. Lapos was generous with his volunteer time, love, talents. Past Grand Knight of Knights of Columbus Council 953.
Rosary & Viewing at Nicoletti, Culjis & Herberger 5401 Folsom Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95819, Saturday, Feb. 18, 3:30 pm. Memorials to Sacramento Food Bank.
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Thomas A J Lapos
November 15, 2022
Dad, it´s been 10 years since you went home, and, we all still miss you deeply! I love Pop!
Your son, Tom
February 5, 2015
I can't believe it's been almost 3 years. It hasn't been the same without you Dad. I still miss you and always will.
All my Love today and always. Be in peace Dad.
Love you, Rose
December 24, 2013
Pop, it's been almost 2 years and I still you.
Love ya Dad, tom
June 12, 2013
Rest in peace Dad and know that I love and miss you. I pray that you are in Jesus loving arms.
Rose Lewis
April 4, 2013
It's been over a year since I lost the best father in the world. You will always be in my heart and prayers Dad. Thank you for all the wonderful memories and all of your love.
April 4, 2013
It's been over a year since I lost the best father in the world. You will always be in my heart and prayers Dad. Thank you for all the memories and love. Rose
February 25, 2012
The most wonderful, loving father anyone could ever be blessed to have ... Dad, I miss you so much ... and I love you more than words could ever say, but I know that you know that ... Freeda
Mark & Denise Blackmer
February 19, 2012
Our sincere condolences to the Lapos family. We will keep you all in our hearts and prayers.
Lisa Lapos
February 17, 2012
You will always live in our hearts and prayers. Rest in peace Uncle Tom
Jimmy Burns
February 17, 2012
Remembering wonderful times spent with my west coast parents. Rest in God's peace.
Ian Carah
February 17, 2012
A grateful nation mourns its loss. Rest in peace, Colonel.
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