WESTERLO – Richard “Dick” Rapp, 87, peacefully passed on Monday, September 1, 2025.

He was born on November 26. 1937 in Albany, son of the late Herman and Ethel

(Manchester) Rapp. He graduated from Berne Knox Westerlo in 1956. On June 2,

1957, he married the love of his, the late Patricia Ann Rapp. He was the devoted father

of Debora and Susan and proud grandfather to Larry, David, and Amanda.

Dick started his career at Hudson River Construction Company for 26 years before

finding his true passion in public service. He served as the Commissioner of Albany

County Department of Public Works and was Supervisor for the Town of Westerlo for 41

years. He dedicated his life to the service of others, carrying out his responsibilities

with integrity and an unwavering sense of duty. He was known for his compassion,

leadership, patience and devotion to the community. If you had the privilege of working

with Dick, he considered you his family.

In his later years, one of his greatest joys was frequenting the local dining

establishments and felt that those meals created an opportunity to connect and build

friendships for life. He loved to talk about his family, politics, weather and sports.

Above all else, his greatest pride was watching his family grow. He delighted in

each milestone from the old and new generations alike. Seeing his family flourish gave

him immense pleasure.

Dick was a humble, simple, and honest man, never seeking the spotlight but always

leaving a quiet impact on those around him. His presence was a gift, and his memory

will remain a blessing to all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Dick is survived by his daughters, Debora (Brian) Stalker, Susan Ragone;

grandchildren Larry (Kelly) Ragone, David (Kristen) Stalker, Amanda (Brandon) Quick;

and five great-grandchildren, Shane, Emily, Shea, Brayden, and Zachary. Brother

Robert (Rachel) Rapp, brother-in-law Raymond (Patricia) Overbaugh and many nieces,

nephews and dear friends. Dick was predeceased by his wife, parents, son-in-law Larry Ragone Sr.,

sisters-in-law Shirley (Orville) Boehlke and Roberta (Reid) Northrup.

Calling hours will be held Sunday, September 7, from 1-5 p.m. at A.J.

Cunningham Funeral Home, 4898 State Route 81, Greenville. A funeral service will

be held on Monday, September 8, at 10 a.m. at the South Berne Congregational

Christian Church.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dick’s memory to the South Berne

Congregational Christian Church, 101 Church Road, Berne, NY 12023.

                Condolence messages may be posted at ajcunninghamfh.com.