David J. Mapp
November 28, 1947 ~ May 14, 2018
David "Dave" Joseph Mapp, age 70, of Palestine, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, the 14th day of May, 2018. He was born in Norfolk, Virginia on the 28th day of November, 1947 to William Coleman Mapp and Anna Stowe Mapp. Dave was a Vietnam Veteran and a manager of McCoy's Building Supply for 22 years until his retirement; he then worked in the construction industry in the Palestine area. Dave loved all sports, especially baseball. He was an avid Astros fan and enjoyed beating his kids at fantasy football. Dave had a love for poetry and never met a stranger. He was a Godly man who loved his family and will be greatly missed.
He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Anna Mapp. Dave is survived by his wife of 41 years, Paula Mapp of Palestine, Texas; daughters, Bethany Eye and Nathan of Cypress, Texas, Angela Watts and Jason of Springfield, Missouri, Amy Sorbera and Chris of San Antonio, Texas, Sara Lloyd and Joshua of Seabrook, Texas, Stacie Mapp of Texarkana, Texas; sons, Seth Mapp and Kristy of League City, Texas, Nathan Mapp and Crystal of Ozark, Missouri; sisters, Eva Neal and Buddy of Crockett, Texas, Lee Ann Raffinan of Crockett, Texas; brothers, Jerry Zeedyk of Pasadena, Texas, Steve Zeedyk and Felicia of Kansas; 14 grandchildren and 2 on the way.
Friends are cordially invited to a visitation with the family from six o'clock until eight o'clock in the evening on Thursday, the 17th day of May, 2018 in the Parlor and Reflection Room at Rhone Funeral Home.
Funeral services with Military Honors for David Joseph Mapp will be conducted at ten o'clock in the morning on Friday, the 18th day of May, 2018 in the Rhone Memorial Chapel. Following the funeral, Dave will be cremated and interred in the Houston National Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions in Dave Mapp's memory can be directed towards Orphan's Promise, www.orphanspromise.org.
Funeral services for David Joseph Mapp are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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The Mapp Family,
We join you all in mourning the loss of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many others. We pray that you feel God’s warm embrace knowing he is with our Lord and Savior.
– The Butler’s
David is a true friend. The same thing could be said by almost everyone that has met David. Jesus’ love is so embedded in David’s soul people could feel that love upon meeting him.ÂÂ
We are grieving at the loss of our dear friend David but that is our early selfishness. David’s life on earth has ended but he is nestled in the arms of our creator through Jesus’ love and for this we should give glory to God.ÂÂ
A Mountain Meadow Pedestal Arrangement was sent on May 15, 2018
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Mr. Mapp was an influential role model as I was growing up. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. ~ Elizabeth Silence and Family
I just want to tell Paula and all the family i am Davids cousin who never had to pleasure on meeting him in person but met him on facebook. I was very excited to meet him on fb because I knew i had more cousins i had not met. I could tell right away he was a family man and a good man. I looked thru the pictures and talked to him about maybe one day going to the family reunion. We would have enjoyed meeting him and the rest of the family. I just pray God will touch ya’ll and gave ya’ll peace.ÂÂ
I know full well the pain you bear. My prayers are with you for comfort and peace. God will see you thru this just hold on to Him.ÂÂ
Prayers and condolences.
With much love
Barbara Coons Hale
Much love to the entire Mapp family. He was a wonderful man.
I cannot believe sweet David Mapp has gone to be with the Lord! This just shows how short life can be. I am so sorry Paula and family for the loss of your loved husband, daddy, etc.. I will be remembering you in my prayers. May God hold you with his loving arms as you walk through your loss.
Paula and family, I was saddened to read about David. A good man! I join with you in both your grief and your hope.
Peace, Bill Lattimore
David was an awesome person and I thank God for him because God used him and you ( Paula ) in mine and Greg‘s life at one time my deepest sympathy to you Paula and the family .
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Prayers for peace, comfort and courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
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I’m so sad that Uncle David has left us but I’m so happy I was able to reconnect with him and Aunt Paula this past weekend. He has always been so kind, happy and easy to talk to. My earliest memories of Uncle David are him playing Atari with me and the cousins. He wrecked many a joystick in his pure excitement of playing with us. I will miss him. I had to share this photo of Uncle David with his best new friend Everly from this past weekend; he made quite the impression on my niece. Hugs to Aunt Paula, Bethany, Seth, Nathan, Angela, Sara and Stacey.
My Name is Robert, David was my first cousin he was one of ten Children of Uncle Coleman and Aunt Annie we were a close family before the breakup if you can contract me via email i can send the names of the family -Brothers and Sisters uncles aunts and ect email is w2hm@twc.com …I hope the God of all comfort will comfort you and all your family in your hour of need. Robert and Betty Mapp 502-435-2880 cell louisville kyÂÂ
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your familyÂÂ
Denis & Barbara Vidal from Plainville,Ct
Dave was a wonderful kind and loving man.He loved God. He has done a lot of work for me over the many years l have known him. We will miss that contagious smile. When he smiled at you You couldn’t help but smile back. He will be missed! Praying for comfort for family and friends.RIP Dave!
A Table Memorial with Trinity of Candles was ordered on May 17, 2018
I’ve never had the pleasire of meeting you but have heard so much about you from you close friend Rodney. Prayers for your entire family.
Dear Paula and family, We are remembering all the wonderful times sharing God together with your family when you were in Columbus, Tx. David was gifted with wisdom on how to live out his deep faith in all areas of his life.. He was a blessing and encouragement to all who knew him. He was a special man and we were blessed to have him in our lives for a season. Our hearts are with you in this season.
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David Mapp was just about the best thing since apple butter. He worked for me and for my mother on several occasions. I trusted him with my home and he never let me down. I hadn’t seen him in awhile, but he is always fondly thought of and we are sorry he is gone.