Thinking of Pete today with fond and loving memories.. Prayers to you Tanya.

I worked with Pete for years at the Omni Hotel as a bartender and still have his picture at my desk with other's from the Scaramouche Disco ....that's how long ago it was.....so sad, what a great man he was. Wish I could have contacted him earlier for a few laughs...RIP my friend. 

I am so saddened and devastated on hearing of the passing of my good pal Pete.  Tanya please accept Susie and my sincere sympathies. He was one of a kind and he loved you with all his heart. Pete and I met in college and were roommates his final semester.  We remained friends over the years and would get together in Pittsburgh every 20 years or-when in Florida for a visit or a wedding.  He was a guy’s guy who loved his family, his wife and his wife’s family as they made him their own. I often tell folks about his answer machine message when he was single “this is Rap, I’m golfing, sleeping or working. Leave a message. Now you’ll have some time to rest and slow down that backswing. I will miss you my friend. On the other side!  Your pal Tommy. 

For many years I was the man in charge of pouring Peter’s Coors light. We shared war stories, memories, laughs and more than once he helped me out with a life lesson or two. His charm, character and unique sense of humor would make my shift or day that much better. I will miss him texting me asking me how I’m doing and how I need to be patient because life has great things coming my way. My deepest condolences to the entire family, and to his dear wife. May god give you all peace and comfort. Rest easy brother.

Edson Dos Santos.

I was shocked and still stunned over the news of Peter's passing. We shared many talks of sports, his job and we always had many laughs about it all. I was the "Mayor" and he was my "Sargent at Arms" and I will miss sharing time w/him at our watering hole. I wish my deepest sympathies to Tanya and family and all his other friends. He touched all our lives in a positive, fun way. He was smart and thoughtful. He always asked how my health was when I was dealing with an illness. I will miss that wry smile of his and his humor. RIP my friend...

Peter was my first and only prom date.  It was the best prom ever.  After basketball games he would be in the “little” room/bar in Riverview because he was 18.  We were all in the big room.  He would come into the big room and give us that awkward nod of his. Will miss our Cold Spring memories of you Pete

I was shocked and saddened to learn of Pete’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to the Rapalje family.

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family.  Pete was one of my teammates when we worked on the CET team as U.S. Customs  Officers.  From the day we first met he was always smiling and full of energy whenever we saw each other.  He took the time to know me as an individual and a teammate.  He taught me a lot of his knowledge and experience and helped me to become a better Officer..  He was a hard worker and a considerate and thoughtful man.  I loved him and will always remember him .  I just found out today of his passing and I pray For your family.  ❤️❤️❤️

 Family and  friends of Pete. My sincere condolences for your loss. Pete was a pleasant individual to all his co workers He had a love for sports,this was our frequent  conversation. Pete always wore a smile during  our discussion.  He will be miss you all love him, however  God loves him best. He will live forever with the memories in your heart.
Audrey Priska 

We are going to miss Peter very much at Dadeland Walk (DW). On behalf of all us here in the Community, we extend our deepest condolences to Peter's family, loved ones and co-workers.  We will always remember his daily speed walks in the Community, and his fondness for where he lived.  Peter was a friend to many here, and his memory will live on. 

Shawn Marcotte
President, DW HOA 

“Sorry for your loss.” Met Pete in 2009 and like most was taken in by his Openness. Amazing, Joyful & Kind is just a few words to describe this wonderful man. It was a pleasure working with him and he will be missed greatly by the CBP family.

Such a shock to hear that Pete passed away.   Now that I am a senior, 69 seems to be such a young age.  I will remember Pete as a happy person, easy going, decent guy.  First saw him jogging in Pembroke Pines.  I saw a lot of him before I retired and he appeared happy with his life.  My sympathies to his family and those dear friends he appears to have.  Life is unpredictable.  We are only here for a short time, and Pete exuded contentment and happiness.  That's a life that was worth living.  We'll miss you Pete.  

Our condolences go out to the Rapalje family.  Rest In Peace “Rap”

So sorry to hear about Peter. I have so many fond memories of him in school and sharing a ride to summer college classes. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Rest In Peace my friend.
Jeanne (Couser) Britt


My heart was broken when I heard of Pete’s sudden death. I was so fond of him growing up, through high school and beyond. Our lives intersected because of his brother George (my uncle by marriage). He was just a great, fun guy and I know he will be truly missed by so many. My love and prayers to all of his family. You’ll always have your treasured memories.
❤️🙏Pam

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the untimely passing of Peter. I will always cherish my earliest memories of my very first and good friend on Cherry Street in Cold Spring.  We were inseparable during those couple of years. Pete taught me how to tie my shoes and I taught him how to ride a bike.  I will always remember him as the sweet kid he was then, the athlete he became later on and the kind man he grew up to be.
Rest In Peace dear friend.

Always remember “Rap” “Stinky” as a funny fun- loving happy guy ; great athlete and competitor ; our long arguments in the summertimes as to who was better  Willie (Pete’s guy) or Mickey (my guy) ; I remember the Jr High games in the “ little gym” when Rap would lead the Loretto team in to play us -Haldane ; he was a great teammate - football and basketball ; he was a Littke  League Tiger ; he was a lot of fun to be around ; you left us much too soon  fella  but you left us with a lot of memories and Pete Rapalje tales; this one hit too close to home way too early ;  God bless your family  and  R I P  Rap

Our entire family was devastated to hear the sad news of Peter's sudden passing.  "Rap" as my brother's affectionately called him, was a large part of our childhoods, as was the entire Rapalje family.  Living on Cherry street in Cold Spring our families bond grew over the years, not just as neighbors, but as lifelong friends.  My brother Peter cherished his friendship with Peter, and held it dear to his heart.  My siblings and I were fortunate enough to spend time with " Rap"  very recently,  We shared stories, laughed,  and cried,  as we reminisced over the Lyons Family's lifelong bond with the Rapalje family.  We would like to send our deepest condolences to Tanya, her entire family, Mickey,  Charles, John, and all of  the extended Rapalje family.  Rest in peace "Rap" ...... my brother Peter will miss you dearly, and  will carry all of the precious memories with him always, as will all of our family.  Give Susie a hug from that little girl on Chery street who loved her dearly......
With all of our Love, 
Roberta Lyons Dellacioppa and Family 

So sad about Peter's passing. We shared a Birthday date of May 13. I remember when I was in grammar school that my classmate, Charlie Rapalje's mother had a baby boy on my 5th birthday. Peter was a fun loving guy and special to  his friends. He was one of my brother, Tom's best friends. He will be sorely missed. Peter is at Peace with his brothers James & George & his parents. Rest in  Peace - Barbara 

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Peter Steven Rapalje

13 mayo, 1950 – 26 febrero, 2020

Caballero Rivero Woodlawn South & Woodlawn Park Cemetery South

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