Paul Rapoza's Obituary
Paul Rapoza of Saint Helens Oregon passed away on January 31st, 2024.
"A sinner saved by the grace and mercy of God…” Philippians 3:20-21
“But our citizenship is in heaven, and we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.”
Paul was born on February 13th, 1952, to Manual and Mary Jane Rapoza, and raised in Hilo, Hawaii. He became a follower of Jesus in 1976. Paul married Bridget Kennealy on January 7th, 1979. They moved to Oregon in 1988. Together, they raised 5 children who gave them 13 grandkids (who were the source of so much joy in his life). Starting in 1971, Paul worked as a carpenter and builder, but he also spent time employed for years in Christian communications.
Paul is survived by his wife, Bridget; sisters, Susan Folsom and Kathy Victorino; brother, Phillip Rapoza; children: David Rapoza, Angela Rapoza, Gina deGroot, Leah Rapoza, and Daniela Sipe; and 13 grandchildren.
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