RAAP-John "Jack" Raap Jr., age 91, of Alpine Twp., surrounded by family, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 12, 2020, being reunited with his wife and youngest son along with three brothers and and one sister. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilou; son, David; brothers, Donald, George "Pug", Jim; and sister, Sr. Gregory "Rosemary" Raap of the Sisters of the Good Shepherd. Jack will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Greg (Diane) Raap and Jack (Lupe) Raap; his daughters, Diane (Mark) Levandowski, Mary Christopher, Sheryl (Ray) Maat; brothers, Bernie (Ruth), Bill (Carolyn); along with several grandchildren, great grandchildren, sister, Betty Schoenborn; sister-in-law, Rosie Raap; special friend, Tess; and many nieces and nephews. He was born to John Sr. and Rose (Keenan) Raap on September 10, 1928. Jack was married to Marilou Blozinski for 49 years and blessed with six children. He was raised on a farm in Alpine Twp. and enjoyed farming and gardening in his free time for most of his adult life. Jack was a lifelong member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church. After earning his state Master's Plumbing license and Boiler license he became a Plumbing and Heating Contractor and was a 62 year member in good standing of the Plumber's and Pipefitter's Local #174. The family will receive family and friends at the Beuschel Funeral Home, 5018 Alpine Ave NW, Comstock Park on Monday, March 16, 2020 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm with a Rosary at 8:00 pm with Deacon Jerry Roersma. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1200 Alpine Church Rd, Comstock Park on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 11:00 am, with Rev. Fr. Thomas Simons as celebrant and with visitation one hour prior. In memory of Jack, please consider donations to Multiple Sclerosis Society or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or Holy Trinity School.
Service Details.
Visitation
When
March 16, 2020 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location
Beuschel Funeral Home
Address
5018 Alpine Avenue
COMSTOCK PARK, MI 49321
Second Visitation
When
March 16, 2020 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location
Beuschel Funeral Home
Address
5018 Alpine Avenue
COMSTOCK PARK, MI 49321
Third Visitation
When
March 17, 2020 10:00am - 11:00am
Location
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Address
1200 Alpine Church Road
COMSTOCK PARK, MI 49321
Service
When
March 17, 2020 11:00am
Location
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Address
1200 Alpine Church Road
COMSTOCK PARK, MI 49321
Interment When
March 17, 2020 11:00am
Location
Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery
Address
1200 Alpine Church Road
COMSTOCK PARK, MI 49321
Reception When
March 17, 2020 11:00am
Location
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Address
1200 Alpine Church Road
COMSTOCK PARK, MI 49321