James N. Tappero

By October 27, 2016Uncategorized

 

June 14, 1928 – October 26, 2016

of Omaha. Mr. Tappero was born in Rock Island, IL, the son of Teno and Doresta Tappero. He graduated from Rock Island High School, served in the U.S. Army, attended Michigan State and Texas A&M Universities, and in 1957 moved to Omaha, NE where he started Four Seasons Heating and Air Conditioning. He is survived by his loving wife, the former Lois L. Fluegel of Rock Island, IL. He is also survived by four children (Dr. Jill Littrell, Mrs. Janet Giwoyna, Dr. and RADM Jordan Tappero, and Mr. James Tappero), four grandchildren (Ms. Amy Evans, Mr. Kyle Giwoyna, Ms. Carmen Tappero, and Mr. Coleman Tappero), and two great grandchildren (Mr. Riley Evans and Mr. Brayden Evans). He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother (Mr. Gene Tappero) and sister (Mrs. Georgianna Grobman). He remains loved by many. The family will hold a service at a later date. Donations in his memory to The Gideons International are welcomed and appreciated.

One Comment

  • Brian Bollman says:

    Lois, so sorry to hear of James’s passing. His obit was in the Dispatch/Argus on Oct 30th. James and I were second cousins. We had the same Great Grand parents, John Burton and Catherine Stewart.
    Brian Bollman
    11421 – 103rd Ave Ct.
    Coal Valley, IL 61240

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