Judith K. Rapp, 67, of Fremont, OH passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 29, 2023. She was born on November 19, 1955 in Fremont, OH to Carl and Jean (Hirt) Smith. Judy was a 1974 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. Judy married Larry Rapp on April 24, 1987 and he preceded her on May 31, 2002. She worked in the kitchen at the Sandusky County Sheriff’s Office. Judy was a member of the St. Mark Lutheran Church. She enjoyed the Sherriff Office Retiree luncheons and baking. Judy loved attending her grandchildren’s swim meets and adored her dog, Jaxon.
Judy is survived by her daughter, Danylle (Alex) Garza, Fremont, OH and grandchildren, Conner Colston, Logan and Lucas Garza.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband and brothers, Edward “Ed”, David “Dave” and Thomas “Tom” Smith.
Visitation will be held on Friday, June 2, 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.
Services will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023; 11:00 a.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 902 E. State St., Fremont, OH with an hour of visitation prior to the service at the church.
Burial will be at Schoch Cemetery, Riley Township.
Memorials can be made in her honor to St. Mark Lutheran Church, Another Chance Sanctuary or the Humane Society of Sandusky County.
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Dottie Cantrell
Danielle and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. You will be in my prayers .
Much Love
Dot Cantrell
DIANE WYSS
Sorry for your list danyelle,I worked with your mom at burger chef,she would give me driving lessons while we were on break,she was a very nice person and easy to work with..she will be missed! Rest in peace judy!!
Missy Flahiff
So sad ,she was such a kind, special lady who loved her family!! The best cake lady ever,no better cake than Judy Rapps cake. My heart,thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time,Danylle,Alex,Conner, Logan and Lucas. Love you all!!
Ruth Claus Wilke
I am sorry for your loss. I enjoyed my phone conversations with Judy and will miss them.
Margie Daniel
We are sorry for your families loss your mother will be missed. May God help you heal. The Daniel Family
Jim and Sara (Ottney) Wagner
Our sincere condolences to the family ~ We’ve known Judy and the Smith forever, living in Riley. May you be comforted by the memories you’ve created.
Gloria Williams
Danyelle I am so sorry for the lost of your mom. She was the best cake decorating sister-in-law I knew, loved all the cakes.
If you ever need anything dear I am on FB. She was a great lady and she loved you so much.
Love,
Aunt Gloria
Cindy and Craig Swartz
Judy was a kind, caring, and funny person. She was great to work with at the Sand. Co. Jail for 10 years. She was a WONDERFUL cake and cookie baker, those treats will surely be missed. She loved her daughter and those grandsons with her whole heart. My sincere condolences go to them all. She is at peace with her family and friends now✝️✝️✝️
Jayne Vollmar
So sorry to hear of the loss of Judy, she was a great person all around, went to Riley school with her & she was a great cake maker, RIP Judy
Dan and Daun Diedrich
We’re so sorry to lose another member of the Hirt Clan. Our thoughts are with you all.
Sandy Yohe
Danyelle and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. We had so much fun working together at the bakery and hosting lots of crazy parties at the house. Her cakes were the best and see made quite a few for me. I will dearly miss my friend each and day.
Robbin Krotzer
I’m really sorry for your family’s loss. I went to school with your mother and my sons and I loved her pumpkin rolls.
Michele L Williams
My heart is heavy with saddness. My eyes are full of tears. Judy was such a beautiful and kind hearted person. I am going to miss her so much.
Danylle, you and your family our in our hearts and prayers.
Michele & Dan
Jane C. Gonya
My deepest sorrow and sympathy to your family. I am so sorry in the loss of your mom, Judy. As cousins we didn’t get to see each other very often, only at the Smith reunions. Please know Judy is in my thoughts and prayers for her eternal rest she will now be with her family in a special place in heaven
Jane C. Gonya, 1st cousin
Cincinnati Ohio
Rudy Sprenger
It’s times like this that it is hard to find the words to express how sorry we are for the loss of your mother . Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers .
Danielle , as you know your Mother was a super Woman and we also were fortunate to share in the friendship and love that she radiated.
jan & rudy
Harry & Deb Rapp Leesburg, Florida
Danylle, we are so sorry for the loss of your Mom our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God guide you in this difficult time. Sorry we could not make it back. Bless you ..
James E Gonya
As she remains in the lives of her family, her memory will continue to support your loss. Judy was my first cousin as well as her brothers who will also remain in memory. They were gifted with a great father and mother (Carl & Jean) and had a strong family web. Distance from Fremont and Riley Township did cause us to be less connected except for the annual family reunions. Wonderful memories I have of the Smith family. A restful peace to Judy as she travels to her new home where she will be reunited with her family. Have a safe journey.