Dr. Allan Patrick Rappold

Dr. Allan Patrick Rappold passed away in Houston, TX on the morning of September 3, 2024, at the age of 77 years old. Born March 5, 1947, to his late parents Charles and Rita (Koster), he grew up and lived a majority of his life in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was one of 4 children – Charles (deceased), Kenneth (deceased) and Sharon (Astugue). Allan attended Holy Cross High School where he was a State Champion in football (1963) and First Team All American Running Back (1965). He attended Mississippi State University but graduated from LSUNO and ultimately from Louisiana State University School of Dentistry where he had a career of teaching Freshman Operative for over 36 years. As a teacher, he has influenced the lives of countless students. Allan was also a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife of 46 years – Madeleine (Protti) whom he adored and was with since the age of 14. He leaves behind his only son, Brian (Jennifer), and his 2 cherished grandchildren, Hannah (19) and Addison (16) whom he will keep a watchful eye on as he joins his wife, their Mimi, in Heaven.

It has been said that what is important is not how long of a life you live, but how well you live it. His grit, discipline, willfulness, determination and unwavering moral compass served as an example to all who knew him. He was someone who made the right choices, even when the right choice was the hardest thing to make. As the Lord has seen it fit to take you from this world, I cannot question why. I have peace in the knowledge that your pain has ended and that you are reunited with the love of your life.

At the request of Allan, all services will be held privately. He will be interred and laid to eternal rest in the All Saints Mausoleum at Lake Lawn Funeral Home in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Friends, colleagues and former students are welcome to join the family to share stories of his life and accomplishments at a celebration of life Thursday September 12th from 6-9pm at:

Oscar’s

2027 Metairie Road

Metairie, LA 70005

(Adults only please)

In lieu of flowers, Allan asked that any charitable donation be made to the profession and institution he dedicated his life’s work to – LSUSD. A link to the donation page in his honor can be found here:

https://give.lsuhealthfoundation.org/Rappold