Albert "Rope" D. Schlappi Obituary (1935

Albert “Rope” Dale Schlappi, age 90, of Pontiac, IL, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side at 1:07 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his residence. Cremation rites have been accorded. Per his wishes, there will be no services. Memorials in Rope’s memory may be made to the family. Calvert and Martin Funeral Home, Pontiac, is entrusted with his arrangements. Rope was born on March 8, 1935, in Lexington, IL, to Albert and Ruth (Brewer) Schlappi. He married his best friend and love of his life, Kathryn “Kate” (Janssen) Schlappi on April 19, 1959, in Flanagan, IL. Together they spent 67 wonderful years together and were married for 66 of those years. She survives in Pontiac. Other survivors include their children: Randy (Coleen) Schlappi of Shawano, WI, and Lori (Paul) Adams of Chenoa, IL; three grandchildren: Jeanna Schlappi, Ben (Amy) Adams, and Katie(Will) Travis; six great children: Brooklyn and Shaelyn Schlappi, Caroline, Malachi, and Tess Travis, and Liz Adams He is also survived by one brother: Wayne Schalppi of Morris, IL. He is preceded in death by his parents, three sisters: Myrtle, Jewel, and June, and one precious daughter: Lisa Schlappi. Rope was educated in the Pontiac school system. He was a welder for his entire life. He helped many farmers and businesses alike. There was absolutely nothing he couldn’t do or fix. Rope enjoyed fishing in Wisconsin with his family, hunting, gardening, planting flowers, and working in his yard. He also enjoyed keeping busy with projects because he could never sit for too long and always had to be tinkering. Rope will always be remembered for his gentle spirit and his extremely generous heart. He left a lasting impression on every single person he met in his lifetime. His warmth and presence will be missed beyond words. Above all, Rope loved his family and friends. He made countless unforgettable memories with his loved ones that will forever be cherished by them. He truly was the best husband, dad, and grandpa. He will be deeply missed by all of those who knew him and loved him. This obituary may be viewed, and a guestbook signed, at www.calvertmemorial.com or visit us on Facebook.