| Carol Ann Rapsis
January 18, 1942 - February 21, 2009
Carol Ann Rapsis 67 of Longs, SC passed away peacefully on Saturday February 21, 2009 at Grand Regional Medical Center, Myrtle Beach, SC.
Born on January 18, 1942 in Newton, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Harmon and Anna Mehawk.
Personal: Carol and her husband resided in Longs, SC since 2004, but she lived in Washington most of her life. Carol retired as an insurance agent from Duryea Agency in Glen Gardner, earlier in her life she worked for Shoprite in Washington. Carol was a life member and past president of the Washington Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary. She was also head cheerleading coach for the Washington Redskins Midget Football Team for 20 years. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Washington. She enjoyed shopping, the beach and the NY Yankees. She especially cherished her grandchildren and her great granddaughter.
Survivors: Carol is survived by her loving husband of 50 years James Joseph Rapsis Sr. of Longs, SC. Her caring children: A son James Joseph Rapsis Jr. and his wife Lisa of Stewartsville NJ. A daughter Karen Lynn Comella and her husband Thomas of Binghamton, NY. A sister Mary Ellen Hackett and her husband George of Washington, NJ. 4 grandchildren: Andrea, Ashley, Lauren and Jenna and 1 great granddaughter Addison.
Services: The Family will receive friends on Sunday March 1, 2009 from 5-9 PM Ladies Auxiliary Services will be held at 7:00 PM, at the Warren Hills Memorial Home. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday March 2, 2009 at 10:00 am with Fr. Blaise Baran officiating. At St. Joseph Catholic Church. 200 Carlton Ave, Washington, NJ 07882
Interment will follow at the Hillside Cemetery in Oxford.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Washington Fire Dept
C/O Ladies Auxiliary 100 Belvidere Ave, Washington, NJ 07882 Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Warren Hills Memorial Home. 234. W. Washington, Ave. Washington, NJ 07882.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jim and Family, My heartfelt condolence at this sad time God Bless Craig Magyar Environmental Support MARS SNACKFOOD US
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To the Rapsis Family: I am saddened to learn of the passing of Carol. I have many fond memories of her during our days in Washington. May God surround you all with His peace, love and comfort. God Bless you all. Kenny Snover Waukesha, Wisconsin
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Dear Jim, Karen, Jim, Jr., grandchildren and great-grandchild: Tony and I are so sorry to hear the sad news about Carol’s passing. How lucky we were to be with all of you last summer for the 50th Wedding Anniversary celebration. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. She will always be remembered for the kind, thoughtful and caring wife, mother, grandmother and friend that she was to all. Please take care. Love Always, Cousin Pat & Tony
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SENDING OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND THOUGHTS TO THE FAMILY OF CAROL RAPSIS. CAROL WAS BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT AND SHE WILL BE VERY MISSED. JUST KNOW, JIM, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS. AFFECTIONATELY, RAY & GLORIA FULMER, BELVIDERE
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I want to extend my deepest condolences to the family of Carol Rapsis. I knew Carol from Park Avenue where I resided through high school. I was very saddened to read about to hear about your loss. Carol was too young to have faced this fate. Sincerely, Richard Kor (former owner of the original washington stationery)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I want to send my condolences to Jim and the children and extended families of Carol and my good friend --her sister Mary Ellen and George. Carol and Mary Ellen were my co-workers for many years at Shop Rite in Washington. We enjoyed many years and good times together. Carol will be sadly missed and she is now where there is no more sorrow or pain. Sincerely, Janet Blaine
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To the entire Rapsis Family. We send our heartfelt condolences for such a beautiful person. Sincerely,Joanne Glosek and Family
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dear Jimmy, Jimmy, Karen and family, We have been a part of each other's lives for almost all of our lives. I loved Carol very much, and kept up with her illness through Mary Lou. Now she is at peace, and with God's help, someday we will all be together once again. I love you all--God Bless you! Billie and Bob
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jimmy, my deepest condolences to you and your family. There is no death that is easy to take, especially when it's the Mom of the family, but please remember all of the great times you have shared with your Mom and the family. Your Mom sounds like a wonderful women who gave her love to her family and time to her community. You will think about you her everyday, I know, a day does not go by that I don’t think of both of my parents, wishing that they were still here, but I know that they suffer no more and live in Gods house. In closing Jim, your Mom is in Gods house now and forever protected from harm and will suffer no more, she is at peace, waiting for her family to join her, for you will, be together again some day. Tom Semon
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dear George, Mary Ellen and all, I was so sorry to read of the death of your sister. I believe I only met her once, but she was a very sweet person. May God grant you all his peace. Know that she lives with Him now and will watch over all of you for the rest of your days.
Take care, God bless, Jerry and Linda Muessig
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jimmie, I was saddened when I learned of the loss to your family and extend my condolences. The passing of a mother is very hard on the family but do not forget about all the wonderful memories you have of your mother. Enjoy the warmth you will receive from the circle of caring folks that know your family, it is a time to recognize how much she was liked and cared for by those that knew her. Be strong and know that your friends are here if you need anything. May god bless your family and bring peace. Tom Eastman
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To Jim. and Family, My Deepest Condolences to you in the loss of a beautiful and caring person .I had the pleasure of meeting Carol when I became a coach for the Bitty Redskin team .Carol always gave her all to inituate support and well being to the teams. She is and will always be -I am sure an icon to all those who knew her. I ask that the Lord give you strength and peace God Bless ------ Kathy Eick (Nelson)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I would like to send my condolences to the Rapsis Family. I fondly remember your mother when I was a cheerleader for the Washington Redskins. May your memories bring you comfort and peace. God Bless your family during this very sad time. Tammy Jenkins-Coyle
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jim - We send our love to you and want you to know that our thoughts and prayer continue to be with you with the loss of Carol. We just viewed the video tribute - what a wonderful memorial to a wonderful woman. It was so touching to see all the pictures of you surrounded by your family. Carol truly touched the hearts of so many people and we know you all are blessed to have had her in your lives. May Our Heavenly Father continue to bless you and watch over you always as you mourn the loss of your soul mate and best friend. With all our love, Don and Stasia
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