Steve W. Rapoza, age 59, of Brockton, died Wednesday July 20, 2016 at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital. He was the loving husband of Susan L. (Harris) Rapoza. Born in New Bedford, Steve was the son of Donald and Jean (Roderiques) Rapoza of Dartmouth. He was raised in both New Bedford and Brockton, and was a graduate of Brockton High School.
Steve was a loving husband, father, son and brother. He passionately loved his children and took great pride in their accomplishments. Today they are all committed to Jesus, following his example of putting Christ first. He was most proud of that.
Steve loved music of all kinds. Cars, clothes and fashion were also at the top of his list. If he wasn’t shopping for himself, he was shopping for someone else. He was a kind, compassionate man who was a loving, giving friend to many.
Most of all, Steve loved to sing, and was a talented vocalist. He sang in bands from the time he was a young boy, but his greatest joy came when he was able to sing in church for the Lord. He was involved in Easter Musicals, Choir and Solo Ministry. He always said singing for the Lord was the greatest blessing of all. Nothing compared. Music was the language of Steve’s soul…. He strived for excellence in all that he did. He always believed you should give God your best, and he did!
Steve is also survived by his children, Nicole Jones of Bridgewater, Rayce, Bryce, Blake and Layla Rapoza all of Brockton; two sisters Diane Rapoza of New Bedford and Wendy Rapoza of Jamaica Plain; nieces Jean Marie and Lisa Marie Guzman both of New Bedford, and great nieces and nephews Donald Guzman, Justin Neves, Naji Shabazz, Hayley Febus and Aliza Muniz all of New Bedford.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 6, 2016 at the Brockton Assembly of God Church, 199 Warren Avenue, Brockton, at 10:30am.