Charles H. Rappleye

Charles H. Rappleye, age 75, longtime resident of 9601 State Route 414, died at Schuyler Hospital on October 26, 2026.

Charles was born on October 5, 1951, the son of the late Harry and Gwendolyn (nee Coleman) Rappleye of Interlaken. He was a graduate of Interlaken High School and began a long working career in the Finger Lakes. He worked at the former Gold Seal Vineyards, Babcock Poultry, Nogle Construction and always did side work as a carpenter. He then began his career at Willard Psychiatric Center as a carpenter and ultimately retired from the maintenance department at Willard Drug Treatment Center. Additionally, Charles always maintained a family farm with beef cattle. His work ethic and keen sense of family pride were instilled in his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Debra; his children, Tawnee (Shawn Neiss) Rappleye of Trumansburg, Brian (Antoinette Kellar) Rappleye of Lorraine and Lodi, Tammy (Jonathan) Wood of Lodi and Scott (Chelsi) Rappleye of Cortland; his grandchildren, Alex, Brandt, Sarah, Gregory, Emma, Zoey, Charlotte, Ryan, Jaxon, Scarlett and Alannah; a brother, James (MaryJane) Rappleye and their family of Ovid. Charles was preceded in death by his sister, Connie Drake.

In accordance with his wishes, Charles’ family will celebrate his life privately at the family home