Peter Trapini
March 11, 1920 — November 19, 2008
Peter Trapini, age 88, of Dayton Township, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2008 at Ottawa Regional Hospital and Healthcare Center. At his request, no services will be held. Gladfelter Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Peter was born March 17, 1920 at Cedar Point, Illinois, a son of Stephen and Maria (Baio) Trapini. He married Erma Claude March 11, 1943 at Ottawa. She preceded him in death October 29, 2006. He is survived by two daughters, Patricia (James) Sanning of Eldon, MO and Jeanne Nortrop of California; a brother, John Joseph Trapini of Palm Springs, CA; and a sister, Caroline Powell of Oglesby. He also leaves eleven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Peter was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Trapini, a daughter, Barbara Joan Trapini, two brothers, Manuel Farruga and Vince Trapini and a sister, Mary Lucille Zolli. Mr. Trapini served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He retired as an animal control officer for LaSalle County. Peter enjoyed woodworking and carpentry in his leisure time.