Beloved husband to his wife Ruth of 67 years. Loving father to son (predeceased) Robert "Bobby" Lapp, daughter Kristine Shaw (Paul) adored Opa to his grandchildren Samantha and Daniel Shaw.
Dear brother to Gerald Lapp (Gabi) and kind uncle to Alexander Lapp.
Lovingly remembered by extended family and friends.
Born in Zweibrucken, Germany, he came to Ontario with his wife Ruth in 1959 to see the "Wild West", and they ended up making Canada their home.
He was an electrician by trade and worked for the Canadian Elevator Industry for his entire career.
He loved to build, and fix all things alike. He was a musician who played the trumpet, was an entertaining story teller, was an accomplished cook, was a voracious reader, he loved a large bonfire, his cowboy boots, and he was a true gentleman at heart. He most enjoyed spending time at their cottage in Buckhorn, and the Muskoka cottage with his wife and children, son-in-law, two grandchildren, and extended family and friends. The cottages were his happy place and his greatest pride and joy were his children and his grandchildren.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, November 16, 2024, place and time to be confirmed.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ThompsonFH-Aurora.com
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