Elmer W. Paap, 91, Franksville, died April 19, 2012, at Oak Ridge Care Center.
He was born Feb. 15, 1921, to the late William and Marie Paap in Racine. He lived his entire life in Racine County and graduated from Union Grove High School.
He married the love of his life, Olga Lucca on July 19, 1963, and they had over 46 years together before her passing.
He supported his family by working hard as a farmer raising milking cows, steers, and pigs. He also worked second shift as a welder for Rexnord Corporation for over 20 years. He was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Parish in Oak Creek.
Survivors include his son, Richard (Carol) Paap; grandchildren, Rick (Erin) Paap, Carla (Patrick) Roberts; great-grandchild, Mason; brother-in-law, Albert Lucca.
He was further preceded in death by his siblings, Clarence Schenk, Verlie Grove, Wayne Paap, and Grace Gaylor.
Funeral services were April 23 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Oak Creek. The Rev. Dale Reckzin officiated. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Oak Ridge Care Center for the many years of caring for both Olga and Elmer. They would also like to thank the many nurses from Vitas Hospice who helped Elmer remain comfortable until the end.
Miller-Reesman Funeral Home, Union Grove, assisted the family.
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