Ted M. Rape

Ted M. Rape, 84, passed away Friday, December 16, 2022. He was born March 7, 1938 in Chesterfield County, SC, son of the late Thurman Lee Rape and Mary Funderburk Rape. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Ann Rape; his son, Ted Marty Rapp and sisters, Peggy Helms, Joyce Robinson and Betty McKinney.

He was a longtime member of Prospect Southern Methodist Church and loved volunteering his time to help others. Ted was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an avid sportsman, playing basketball at both Prospect High School and Wingate College. After graduation, Ted served in the U.S. Army. He retired after 39 years of dedicated service, where he worked for the Used Truck Division in Management and Dealer Services. Work afforded him the opportunity to travel and make many friends. He loved telling a good joke and playing pranks, the outdoors--including quail hunting, gardening, yard work and cheering for the Tar Heels.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. in Gordon Funeral Chapel, 1904 Lancaster Avenue, Monroe, NC. The family will visit with family and friends following the service. Burial will be Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at 3:30 P.M. in Prospect Southern Methodist Church Cemetery, 6020 Prospect Church Road, Monroe, NC 28112.

Ted is survived by his daughter, Melanie Rapp and daughter-in-law, Lauren G. Rapp; grandchildren, Jordan Rapp and Matthew (Katelyn) Rapp; great-grandchild, Oakley Rapp; beloved brother-in-law, Frankie Robinson and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Prospect Southern Methodist Church or Hospice of Union County, 700 W. Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110 or Garland B. Denny Memorial VFW Post 5464, 712 VFW Road, Monroe, NC 28110.

Online condolences may be made to www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service and Crematory is caring for the Rape family.