H. Edwin Lapp

H. Edwin "Ed" Lapp, age 82 of Paradise, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022 at his home.  He was the husband of the late Kathryn A. Groff Lapp who passed away on July 5, 2021.  Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Jacob S. and Florence E. Heinly Lapp.  He was a member of Calvary Monument Bible Church in Paradise.  Ed honorably served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, stationed in Baumholder, Germany with the 8th division 28th artillery.  He later worked as a truck driver for Martin Limestone Inc. in Blue Ball for 35 years before retirement in 2004.  Ed loved to do woodworking and he loved his dogs.  Surviving is a son: David Lapp of Paradise, 3 granddaughters: Christina Lapp, Crystal Lapp, and Lisa Lapp Mckim, all of Lancaster, 9 great grandchildren: DeAndre, Xavier, AnJewel, Justice, Avante, Davian, Caylee, Amani, and Emilee, 1 great great grandson Zyon, and a sister: Alverda M. Zook of Ronks.  He was preceded in death by a son, Brian Lapp, and 2 brothers, Jacob S. and Gary Lee Lapp.

A funeral service will take place from Shivery Funeral Home, 3214 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, PA, on Monday, March 14th at 11 a.m. with a viewing time from 10 a.m. until the time of service.  Pastor Tom Hubbard will be officiating.  Interment will be in the Eby Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ed's honor to Calvary Monument Bible Church, 1660 Mine Road, Paradise, PA 17562.  "It is so beautiful how a life outlined with prayer is less likely to unravel."