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Richard J. “Capt. Rick” Lapham IV, 70
January 24, 2016
Richard J. Lapham IV, 70, of Willow Street, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 24, 2016.
He was the husband of Donna Miller Lapham, with whom he celebrated 50 years of marriage this past May 15th. He will be deeply missed.
Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Richard J. Lapham III and the late Anna E. Geiter Lapham. Rick was a 1963 graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School. Later, he earned his license to captain fishing charters from Lewes, Delaware. He had worked for Yellow Freight Systems for 28 years, until retiring in 2004.
Rick was a member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association and the National Rifle Assn. for many years. He enjoyed shooting clay targets and his marksmanship won him several trophies. Recently, he enjoyed hosting the Paradise Sportsman’s Assn. every Wednesday. He loved the great outdoors, enjoying camping, hunting, fishing, and archery.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son: Richard J. Lapham V of Willow Street; his daughter Daphne married to Lowell Fry of Manheim; his four grandchildren Richard VI, Colin, Kayla, and Alyssa; his sister Diana married to Donald Strauch of Eaton, CO and his two brothers: Perry married to Sandy Lapham of South Bend, IN and Larry married to Darlene Lapham of Felton, DE. He is also survived by his aunt Shirley Musacchio of Quarryville and by several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
The family would like to thank everyone, especially our wonderful friends and neighbors for all of the heartfelt prayers and moral support.
Friends will be received on Sunday, January 31, 2016 from 4-5PM at the Charles F. Snyder Jr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA, with the Memorial Service to follow at 5PM.
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Condolences to the Family
January 31, 2016
Donna, Avis and I were surprised to learn of your husband’s unexpected passing. We pray God’s comfort for you and your family in this difficult time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. David and Avis Wagner, Colorado Springs, CO
January 30, 2016
Donna,
We were sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. May you sense God’s closeness and comfort during this time.
With sympathy,
Sharon and Vince Bargo
January 30, 2016
Donna and Family Sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Flossie and family
January 29, 2016
Donna, and family,we were so sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. Leil’s time at Elysburg won’t be the same without Cap’n Rick. He was always there to help Leil with any problems when he was setting up the camper. I always enjoyed seeing you guys at the gun club.
Leil and Jeanine Fortney
January 29, 2016
Donna, Rich, Daphne & Families,
Sonny was my “dear cuz,” more like a big brother for as long as I can remember. We had our moments, but the good out weighed the bad. So many memories.
But our love was always unconditional & deep down we knew that. He may have given a dissertation on many things, but he was always there if we needed him. He was a good friend to my husband & son.
I will miss his smile, laughter, jokes, our christmas trees & choc. covered cherries exchange each year & his big “bear hugs.” He broght much to our lives.
I pray that God will heal our hearts with time & give each of you the faith, courage & strength in the weeks and mos. ahead.
May the Lord hold you all in the palm of His hand and grant eternal peace and rest to “my cuz.”
Love,
Trudy, Jim & Fred
January 28, 2016
sorry to hear of ricks passing enjoyed working with him many years at Yellow Freight wayne(boxcar)stephens
January 28, 2016
Donna and Family: Sending deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your husband. I went to school with Donna and want her to know I am sending sympathy and prayers.
Doris McComsey Mankin
January 28, 2016
Donna, I was so shocked to read about the passing of your husband. My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you.
I have been there, so praying for strength for you and your family.
Carol Arter
January 28, 2016
Donna, so sorry about your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sharyn from PV
January 28, 2016
Donna and Family, please be assured of our prayers for you during this difficult time. Our faith and hope is strong in the Lord Jesus Christ of seeing our loved ones again. May God comfort you with His strength and peace.
Sincerely,
Frank and Ginny Graybill, Hershey, PA
January 27, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the Lapham family, Richards wife and children, brothers and sister. Haven’t seen each other for many years but always received your Christmas card. I was at your house once or twice when my dad (Buddy Stoll) was living, and he and Rick played a little music together. May the Lord give you strength and comfort at this time.
Sincerely, Linda (Stoll) Patterson
January 27, 2016
Donna, many thoughts and sincere prayers are being raised for you and your family this week, as we have received the surprising news of Rick’s passing. God is your refuge and strength at this time, a very present help in trouble and difficult times; therefore, you need not fear, though your world is in upheaval and seemingly crumbling; He says to you, “Cease striving, and know that I am God.” Ps. 46. And now, Father, we ask you to let Donna lie down in green pastures and lead her beside still waters, as she rests in the fact that You are her Shepherd. Ps. 23. Sincere prayers are with you, The Rutherfords
January 27, 2016
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. Sending healing thoughts and prayers for you and the family.
Gerald & Betty Wischuck
January 27, 2016
My sincere condolences to the Lapham family. The death of a love one can be extremely painful but have comfort in God’s promise found at Acts 24:15. My deepest sympathy to you all.
January 27, 2016
Donna and family so sorry for your loss. I will always have goons memories of your whole family from the daddy’s when you babysat us. My God wrap his loving arms around your during this difficult time.
Bobbie Jo Showalter
January 27, 2016
Donna (and family) – So sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. I trust that your faith and the support of family and friends will meet your needs at this time. It is odd that, although we haven’t seen each other for a bunch of years, you have been on my mind several times rercently. God moves in mysterious ways… love and prayers, Rebecca Greason (Rebecca of SunnyBook Farm)
January 27, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Although we did not know Rick personally, we live on Box Elder and would always exchange a friendly wave and hello as we drove or walked by. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers and if there’s ever anything we can assist with, please don’t hesitate to ask.
The Elia’s – 15 Box Elder Ln.
January 27, 2016
Sending heartfelt condolences from our family to yours, Donna. We will be thinking of you. Sincerely, Don, Kelly, Mary, Clare, Sarah and Andrew Schaffer
January 27, 2016
Donna just can not believe this has happen may god bless you and your family I will think of you in my prays
Randy Earnest
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