Norman A. Frapp, 92, of Oblong, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at The Haven of Ridgeview in Oblong.
He was born on December 18, 1932, in Joliet, Illinois, to Norman E. Frapp and Kathrine (Johnston) Frapp. On November 12, 1953, he married Donna J. Lane, and together they shared nearly 69 years of marriage filled with love, family, and devotion until her passing on October 24, 2022.
Norman graduated from Joliet Central High School in 1951. He worked for Caterpillar in Joliet, Illinois, and retired after 30 years of dedicated service. He was a proud member of the International Association of Machinists.
He was a man of simple joys and steady presence. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting, and had a lifelong passion for music. Norman and Donna spent many vacations with their children fishing in Fort Atkinson and Hayward Wisconsin. In high school, he played guitar with the Melody Ramblers Band with future Brother-In-Law Donald Reiss, and later in life continued to perform Bluegrass with local groups at area senior dances. Norman was always happiest when playing while his beloved Donna danced.
More than anything, Norman cherished his family. He was a loving and generous father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather who took pride in the lives and accomplishments of those he loved. His quiet strength and kind heart will be remembered by all who knew him.
He is survived by his daughters, Linda Walton of Calhoun, Georgia; Brenda Keller of Goodlettsville, Tennessee; and Norma Lewis of Rantoul, Illinois; as well as his son, Timothy (Angela) Frapp of Robinson, Illinois. He also leaves behind nine grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Donna, Brother-In-Law and Sister-In-Law Fredrick and Dorothy Horton and Brother-In-Law Donald Reiss.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Friday, November 21, 2025 at Pulliam Funeral Home, 302 E. Main St., Oblong, Illinois with Pastor Justin Sweitzer officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon at the funeral home on Friday, November 21, 2025. Burial will follow in Oblong Cemetery, Oblong, IL.
Memorial contributions may be made to Crawford County Senior Citizens Center Meals on Wheels Program, with envelopes available at the funeral home.
Pulliam Funeral Home, 302 E. Main Street, Oblong, Illinois 62449 is assisting the family with arrangements.
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