Norfolk—Helen Epner Lapping of Norfolk, died on Friday, April 5, 2013.
She was the beloved wife of the late Arthur Epner and the late Maurice Lapping. She was the loving mother of Gerald and Carol Epner, Ruth and Frank Paul and Robert and Lillie Epner.
She was active her entire life in Congregation B’nai Israel and its Sisterhood and the Women’s Auxiliary of the Jewish War Veterans.
Helen was devoted to her family and her community and gave unselfishly to all. She is survived by seven grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, as well. Although in recent years she was no longer able to travel, her indomitable spirit, kindness and affection were felt by all.
A funeral service was conducted at the Norfolk chapel of H. D. Oliver Funeral Apartments. Donations can be made to B’nai Israel Congregation.