Richard Laper Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard Laper of Markesan, Wisconsin, whose life came to an end on November 12, 2025 at the age of 86, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Maurice Laper and Margaret Vinz Laper; his son Todd Laper; and his siblings, Thomas Laper and Linda Esse.
He is survived by: his wife Carol Starbird of John's Lutheran Church; his daughters, Sheila Schmidt (Matt) of Markesan, DeAnna Johnson (Paul) of Cambria and Laurie Laper of Plymouth, Minnesota; his grandchildren, Elise Dahlke (Josh), Mason Schmidt (Jennifer), Adrian Johnson, Samuel Johnson and Alexis Johnson; his great grandchildren, Evan, Owen Dahlke, Nash, Reagan and Easton Schmidt; his brothers, Donald Laper (Carol), James Laper and Curtis Laper; and his sister-in-law Kathy Starbird. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.