Douglas T. Rapp
April 5, 1978 – July 21, 2020
Doug’s immediate family will join in a celebration of his life at a time and place to be decided. The family asks that contributions made in Doug’s memory be directed to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission or Ministry with Community.
Obituary
Douglas Todd Rapp, 42, died July 21, 2020. He was born April 5, 1978 in Kalamazoo and lived his entire life in the area. He was a son to James A. and Judith L. Rapp and a brother to Lisa. After attending Portage Public Schools, Doug worked a variety of jobs, including as a laborer and a cook. Whatever the job, Doug brought to it a positive attitude and the willingness to work hard. He was skilled with his hands, enjoyed sports and the great outdoors. A loving family remembers him for his big heart, the love he returned to family members, as an avid reader and for being a good cook. Family members also remember him fondly for his good hugs and the many books he read to his nieces. His daughter especially remembers the sound advice he shared with her about a variety of subjects, including his long struggle with addiction. Doug was preceded in death by his father, James; a special aunt and uncle, Kathy and Mark Tuinstra; and Grandma Betty and Grandpa Roger Brown. He is survived by his mother, Judith; stepfather, Robert T. Rapp; a daughter, Elizabeth J. Rapp; a son, Jacob P. Rapp; a sister Lisa (Jollie Nathan) Allen; and many nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, step siblings and others who will miss him.
Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27
Judy: sorry for the loss of your son. It is always hard to loose any family member but especially hard to loose a child. May God wrap his arms around you and and your family to comfort you at this time.
Just Wow! I am Blown away at this moment, as only moments ago Chris Holcomb and I learned the news of dear dougie passing. We knew him well. Our hearts goes out to his family and friends during this time of heartache. We’ll never forget the times we shared with dougie when we all use to be homeless on the streets of the zoo…. dougie always brought us good laughs. He will be terribly missed. Fly high up there Dougie Fresh. Keep my (robyn’s) dad company for me, as he too just recently left us. God bless. Christopher & Robyn #HAF
Wow this is just crazy. I’m not sure what to really say or think right now. I’m just blown away.
I loved that man so much i called him my brother he always helped me and Brandon get food and a place to sleep if he could and wat made me love him even more i got my purse stolen and he found it and told me where i could find it and see wats left he will definitely be missed love u dougie fresh
I knew Doug from childhood and have memories of playing chase on bikes– he was fast! I was always impressed with his energy (he could out-pedal me every time), his ability to bend his fingers backwards, his humor entertaining us walking to and home from Angling Road School, and his kind smirks. Sending my heart-felt condolences to Doug’s family and friends. May God give you his peace during this grief and comfort you by bringing to mind special memories of Doug.
Randy and i will miss you doug. You were a great friend and your presence is definitely missed around here.
This is misty I spent every night with him he loved me he was a good person
I just found out about your passing. You will always be held close in my heart. your prayers are still in my Bible from 8 years ago.. I am forever thankful to God for you.
I love u druggie I’m clean now I no u always wanted me to be lo e u allways forever💖💕