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Craig Rappold Obituary

Craig A. Rappold

Craig A. Rappold, 57, of Towamensing Twp., passed away Thursday, July 24 in his home with beloved family at his side. He was the husband of Cheryl (Smith) Rappold. They were married 27 years last August.

He worked for 23 years as an auto body technician, painter, and mechanic for Executive Auto Gallery, Lehigh Twp.

Craig was an active member of the Bowmanstown Rod & Gun Club, was an avid pool player, and loved riding his motorcycle.

Most importantly, he was a loving and supportive husband and father who was kind-hearted, fun-loving, and always willing to help.

Born in Warsaw, New York, Craig was a son of Beverly (Karl) and the late David Rappold.

Survivors: Wife; daughter TyLyn; son Kyle; grandchildren Maelyn, Colton, Ryder, Carter, and Elodie; sister Karla and husband Mike Bussey; brother William Heinen and wife Lynette.

Craig was predeceased by his twin brother Jeffrey Rappold and stepfather William Heinen.

Services: Memorial, 11 a.m. Saturday, August 30 in Faith Alive United Methodist Church, 678 Pine St., Palmerton. Call 10-11 a.m. Saturday, August 30 in church. Arrangements, T.K. Thomas Funeral Home, Palmerton.

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

Published by Times News on Jul. 29, 2025.

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Tammy Miles

August 4, 2025

Craig, I am glad I got to know you. Kind and funny. I can here you say..."it's all good". You will be missed!!! No more pain.

Sherry Buskirk-Henritzy

July 29, 2025

Craig was a loving caring friend to me. He was my pool league Team mate, co captain, and pool parter. He was our friend. Life of the party. Always doing right by others. Wear himself out working that club. He was there for me when i was down. Love you Craigy i will miss you tremendously. TITOS TO U. LOVE AWAYS AND FOREVER, YOUR LIL NINJA. MEOW.

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