Obituary of James C. Rapp

James “Jim” C. Rapp, of Putnam died, July 20, 2016 at Matulaitis Nursing Home in Putnam, CT. He was born November 15, 1937 in North Bergen, NJ, son of the late James and Catherine (Krick) Rapp. Beloved husband of Loni (Means) Rapp. James was a Veteran of The United States Army. He was a member of High Pointe Church, the Putnam Lions Club and the Republican Town Committee. He worked for the Killingly Highway Department and retired on December 3, 2003. He was an avid gardener and his favorite place was his patio. James had a great love for all his family and friends. He was the best uncle, great uncle and great great uncle to over 100 in a family that truly loved him. He is survived by his wife Loni Rapp of Putnam, his son John Hardell and his wife Lynn of Canterbury, his brothers Vincent Palladino and his wife Pat of South Killingly and Joe Serino and his wife Sheryl of Budd Lake, NJ, his grandsons John, Luke and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by eight sisters and three brothers. A Calling Hour will be Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at 12:00 PM (Noon) with a Memorial Service at 1:00 PM at Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam, CT. Military Honors will follow at the Funeral Home. Share a memory at smithandwalkerfh.com