Mr. Daniel R Sapp Sr.

In 1957, Daniel married Altimease Hodge. They had four children: Stephanie Arleta, Bertha Denise, Beverly Antoinette, and Daniel R. Sapp, Jr.

Daniel attended Doughtery County school system. He enlisted in the Army in 1951where his most significant duty assignment was in the 926th as a Medical Ambulance driver. While stationed in Germany he was awarded an Occupational Medal and was honorably discharged in 1953. He then went on to further his career in the service by enlisting in the Air Force where he served as Airman Third Class. While in the Air Force he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal before being honorably discharged in 1956.

Daniel worked as a laborer in the construction industry for Local 860 under Tony Liberatore. One of his most significant accomplishments was contributing to the construction of the 480 Bridge, one of the largest bridges in Northeast Ohio. He then went on to work at the Perry Nuclear Power Plant and retired in 1983.

Daniel was baptized at Second Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church along with his oldest daughter Stephanie Johnson, a memory she will always cherish. He was an avid golfer, a great conversationalist and a very social guy around town. He was also known for being a very sharp dresser.

Daniel lived out his later years surrounded by and cared for by his children. His life was a blessing to his family and all who knew him. His memory will live on through the generations he loved, guided, and inspired.

He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Beverly Antoinette; his sister, Mary Ellen (Sapp) Padgett; and his brothers, Thomas H. Sapp, Sr., Alfred L. Sapp, Hiram Morton Sapp, Sr., and Theodore J. Sapp.

Daniel leaves to cherish his memory: Children, Stephanie Arleta Johnson, Bertha Denise King (Darin), and Daniel R. Sapp, Jr. (Kimberly); Sister, Lillian Lowe (James); Grandchildren, Dennie J. Johnson (Aerianna), Demetrius Johnson (Doniss), Daniel R. Sapp, III, and Sloane Sapp (Mario); Great-Grandchildren, Javien, Carter, Savannah, Ellianna, Lavender, Tylin, Aliya, Demetrius, Priest, Seven, DeAngelo, Zhi and Kaiya; Great-Great-Grandson, Rome; Sisters-In-Law, Ruby Sapp and Charlotte Sapp; and a host of Nieces and Nephews.

As family and friends gather to celebrate Daniel’s remarkable life, they do so with grateful hearts for the love he gave, the wisdom he shared, and the legacy he leaves behind. Though he will be deeply missed, his spirit will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

The Family would like to express a very special thanks to John Taylor and Robert Washington. John and Robert were considered family, they cared for Daddy with patience and attention, there dependability was beyond reproach. Again, the family thanks you for the time and care that you showed our father.