Anne Hynes Rapp

NEW IBERIA – Anne H. Rapp, beloved and devoted wife of 48 years to Walter W. Rapp, wonderful mother of Keenan R. Forsythe (husband Michael), Laurette L. Rapp and Allison R. Burch (husband Dewayne), and a treasury of love to her grandchildren Walter Prentice, Marian Adele and Kolbe John Forsythe, returned home to her Lord whom she loved and generously served on July 10, 2011.

Anne was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 6, 1942 and is preceded in death by her father, Lt. Col. Daniel F. Hynes and her mother, Marie Adele Hynes. She is also survived by her brother, Daniel R. Hynes and wife Janice and their family. She dearly loved her many other relatives with whom she experienced many cherished memories.

Anne was to all a font of joy. Her special gentleness, warmth and compassion were hallmarks of her life that will serve as a beacon to those who loved and knew her.

Anne was a gifted teacher for 28 years at New Iberia Senior High School and for an additional year at both Catholic High New Iberia and Hanson Memorial High School.

Visitation will be held at St. Peter’s Catholic Church on Wednesday, July 13, 2011 from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. A memorial mass will be held at 12:00 pm with a rosary preceding the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests any donations be made to Catholic High School in her name.

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Evangeline Funeral Homes, Inc. of New Iberia is in charge of arrangements.