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Roy Rapinda May 2, 1936 – November 29, 2024
It is with very heavy hearts we announce the passing of Roy Rapinda on Friday,
November 29, 2024, with family by his side.
Roy was born on May 2, 1936 in Kenora, Ontario to Peter and Mary Rapinda
(nee Diakun). The younger sibling to big brother, William (Bill). Sibling love was
strong, as these two were thick as thieves; reminiscent pastimes included poker
nights, fishing, family time with relatives, dry humoured jokes and so much
laughter. Roy leaves behind two children, Wayne and Wesley. Roy met and
shared his life with his partner, Isabel Royce Rapinda.
Roy attended Central School in Kenora where his family resided for many years.
Roy was a very gifted painter and employed his skills throughout his life at Clara
Industrial. Many of his impressive works included painting the stacks at Great
Lakes Paper, Frog Rapids bridge in Sioux Lookout, and many more industrial
and commercial spaces in Northwestern Ontario.
An avid hunter and fisherman, Roy took much pride in his camp at Whitefish
Lake. Fond memories included spending family time with Roy at his camp,
holding annual fishing derbies.
Roy will be lovingly remembered and missed by his family, children, Wayne and
Wesley; grandchildren, Andrea and Micheal; great-grandchildren, Dylan, Reece
and Andrew; sister-in-law, Beatrice Rapinda; niece, Peggy (Pat) Stilla and
nephew, Wade (Elizabeth) Rapinda; as well as numerous great-nieces, great-
nephews and extended family.
Roy was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Mary Rapinda; brother, Bill
Rapinda; wife, Isabel Royce Rapinda; nephew, Peter Rapinda; daughter-in-law,
Rhonda Rapinda (nee Craig); cousin, Anne Wade; aunt, Agnes Soucey; aunt,
Anne Makahaniuk; uncle, Nick Rapinda; mother-in-law, Mildred D’Arcy.
A special thank you to the 4 th floor team at St. Joseph’s Care Group for your
compassion and care and to Dr. Bassuony.
In following Roy’s wishes, a private interment will be planned for Spring 2025.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpler Times Cremation Centre, 575
Central Avenue, Thunder Bay.
Friday November 29th 2024
Death notice for the town of: Thunder Bay, Province: Ontario
death notice Roy John Rapinda Friday November 29th 2024
obituaries notice Roy John Rapinda Friday November 29th 2024
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Roy John Rapinda Friday November 29th 2024 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
