Mr. Johnnie Edward Slappe
November 08, 1946 - February 20, 2021
Charleston, WV
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Mr. Johnnie Edward Slappe
November 08, 1946 - February 20, 2021
Charleston, WV
Obituary
Johnnie Edward Slappe, 74, of Charleston, passed away on February 20, 2021. He passed away of natural causes after battling chronic medical conditions.
Johnnie was born and raised in Charleston to the late Earl and Margaret Slappe.
He was an extremely hard worker growing up. He was self-sufficient and perseverant. In 1964, at the age of 16, Johnnie joined the 970 Painters Union. Following his apprenticeship he married his wife of 55 years, Patricia Slappe. In the following years they raised two children. In 1980, Johnnie showing his work ethic started his own company, Slappe Painting, which later on was handed down to his son.
Johnnie was a fighter. He never backed down to anything that was thrown his way. He was a comic who loved to get a good laugh out of someone. He was an open book with endless stories. He was a true conversationalist at heart. Johnnie loved nothing more than being with a group of people and owning the room, but underneath it all, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Richard and his wife, Ellen; and Jerry Slappe.
Johnnie is survived by his wife, Patricia; son, John Patrick (Susan) Slappe; daughter, Tawnie Slappe (Jeffrey) Carter; brother, Tommy (Patricia) Slappe; grandchildren, Kaitlin Carter, Dugan Slappe, Morgan Carter, Samantha Slappe and Sydney Carter.
A private family burial service will be held in the summer.
The family appreciates your prayers and comforting messages, which may be made at www.barlowbonsall.com .
Barlow Bonsall Funeral Home, Charleston, has been entrusted with the arrangements.
4 responses to Mr. Johnnie Edward Slappe
Doug Mills says:
February 25, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a remarkable man. Prayers continue for you all. Love. Carolyn & Doug
Doug Mills says:
February 25, 2021
Our sympathy and love to you all in the loss of Johnnie. He indeed “fought a good fight” and has now entered into his eternal rest. A remarkable person as described in the obituary and so much more. Prayer for all the family as you grieve his loss.
Carolyn & Doug Mills
THOMAS Slappe says:
February 24, 2021
sorry for my loss but knowing he is not suffering is a blessing.
love you brother, you could always make me laugh because you
one of a kind. We Slappes if we dont know the answer we can
make up something quickly. Glad I talk with you on Monday before
you went to the hospital , I will always remember our conversation
If I did not remember something or someone I could always call you and you could give an answer. Love you brother
always tell
Joyce Armstead says:
February 24, 2021
We are so sorry for the Slappe family’s loss. Mr. Slappe was a lovely person and a wonderful neighbor. May God rest his soul.
Mike and Joyce Armstead