Rodney had a profound impact on my life as a mentor in faith and coach on the basketball court. I saw the quick and tragic progression of his health due to ALS while I was in high school/college. A member of Neelsville Presbyterian Church, he had a strong relationship with Jesus Christ and wanted everyone else to know about Him. He served the church in many capacities as Elder, Trustee, and Missionary. He especially had a passion for work camps and using his hands to serve those in need. Rodney loved his family and friends and lived his life to the fullest. He and Jane were married for 38 years and raised three children, Jason, Kara, and Kristy. He loved cards, coin collecting, Nationals baseball, traveling, hiking, biking, running, fishing, golfing, experimenting with cooking, smoking meats, and eating, especially crabs. Rodney never met a stranger; he spent his life listening and encouraging lives. When Rodney was in the room, his loud contagious laugh filled the space. Rodney biked the C&O canal in Maryland several times and I know he would be ecstatic to hear about this trip. His legacy of humility, resiliency, and faith will live on.

Rodney Charles Lapp, 62, went home to be with Jesus on October 16, 2019.