Obituaries
Richard E. Rupp Jr.
November 14, 2022
Richard Eugene Rupp Jr, age 88, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Monday, November 14, 2022, after a full, blessed and glorious life.
Richard was a life-long resident of Norwalk. He was born October 31, 1934, to Richard Eugene Sr and Elsie (Chase) Rupp in his grandfather’s house on State Street in Norwalk. He was a devout catholic and life-long member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church where he could be seen every Sunday and where he ushered for many years. He also attended St. Paul Catholic Schools. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Eagles, American Legion, and VFW. He retired from the Ford Motor Company in 1996 after 40 years of service where he formed many true friendships. His friends fondly called him as “Whitey” or “Poopsie”
He had many hobbies and participated in many sports. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and watching his grandchildren participate in various activities. Until recently he attended every St. Paul football home game and watched three of his grandsons play for the Flyers. He was in attendance when they won the 2009 championship. He was an avid fan of the Browns, Indians, Cavaliers and Ohio State Buckeyes. One of his fondest memories was getting press credentials and the opportunity to “hang out” with the Cleveland Indians and his Uncle Jim in Winter Haven, FL during spring training prior to the 2006 season. He traveled extensively visiting 46 of the 48 continental United States as well as Canada and Mexico, accompanied by his loving wife and the AAA trip tik.
His is survived and will be missed by his wife of 59 years, Judith (Rose) Rupp whom he fell in love with at first sight and married April 20, 1963, at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church officiated by Fr. Bodart. His children Mark (Kristin) Rupp of Monroeville, daughters Vickie (Alan) Blair of Norwalk, and Sandra (Terry) Boyd of Buckhannon, WV and seven grandchildren whom he loved and adored; Zachary (Gabby) Blair, Tyler, Rebecca and Anne Boyd, Ethan and Zoey Blair and Benjamin Rupp and 2 great grandsons, Ethan and Declan Blair. Sisters, Joyce Kriews, Janice Ruffing, Anita Coughlin and sister-in-law Judy Rupp, as well as many other extended family members.
Richard was preceded in death by his by his parents, his brother David Rupp, Brothers-in-law, William Ruffing, Frank Kriews and Rick Coughlin.
Calling hours will be held at Evans Funeral Home, 314 E. Main Street, Norwalk from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, and from 9:00 – 10:00 am Thursday, November 17, 2022, followed by a funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 91 E. Main Street, Norwalk with Rev. Tony Recker officiating. Burial at St. Paul Catholic Cemetery.
Richard E. Rupp Jr.
November 14, 2022
Richard Eugene Rupp Jr, age 88, of Norwalk, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Monday, November 14, 2022, after a full, blessed and glorious life.
Richard was a life-long resident of Norwalk. He was born October 31, 1934, to Richard Eugene Sr and Elsie (Chase) Rupp in his grandfather’s house on State Street in Norwalk. He was a devout catholic and life-long member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church where he could be seen every Sunday and where he ushered for many years. He also attended St. Paul Catholic Schools. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Eagles, American Legion, and VFW. He retired from the Ford Motor Company in 1996 after 40 years of service where he formed many true friendships. His friends fondly called him as “Whitey” or “Poopsie”
He had many hobbies and participated in many sports. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and watching his grandchildren participate in various activities. Until recently he attended every St. Paul football home game and watched three of his grandsons play for the Flyers. He was in attendance when they won the 2009 championship. He was an avid fan of the Browns, Indians, Cavaliers and Ohio State Buckeyes. One of his fondest memories was getting press credentials and the opportunity to “hang out” with the Cleveland Indians and his Uncle Jim in Winter Haven, FL during spring training prior to the 2006 season. He traveled extensively visiting 46 of the 48 continental United States as well as Canada and Mexico, accompanied by his loving wife and the AAA trip tik.
His is survived and will be missed by his wife of 59 years, Judith (Rose) Rupp whom he fell in love with at first sight and married April 20, 1963, at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church officiated by Fr. Bodart. His children Mark (Kristin) Rupp of Monroeville, daughters Vickie (Alan) Blair of Norwalk, and Sandra (Terry) Boyd of Buckhannon, WV and seven grandchildren whom he loved and adored; Zachary (Gabby) Blair, Tyler, Rebecca and Anne Boyd, Ethan and Zoey Blair and Benjamin Rupp and 2 great grandsons, Ethan and Declan Blair. Sisters, Joyce Kriews, Janice Ruffing, Anita Coughlin and sister-in-law Judy Rupp, as well as many other extended family members.
Richard was preceded in death by his by his parents, his brother David Rupp, Brothers-in-law, William Ruffing, Frank Kriews and Rick Coughlin.
Calling hours will be held at Evans Funeral Home, 314 E. Main Street, Norwalk from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, and from 9:00 – 10:00 am Thursday, November 17, 2022, followed by a funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 91 E. Main Street, Norwalk with Rev. Tony Recker officiating. Burial at St. Paul Catholic Cemetery.