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Rapfeld Grant Mullings (Bill) passed away on the morning of Wednesday, April 15, 2020, after a battle with COVID19 also known as the coronavirus. He was 90 years old.

Bill was born on November 12, 1929, in Panama to Cyril and Gladys Mullings. He completed 4 years of High School.  He did 2 years in the Army and 6 years in the Army Reserves in the 1950/60s. His rank was Corporal. He was Honorably Discharged July 1, 1960 and received the National Defense Service Medal. After Honorable Discharge he later became an MTA motorman with the NYC transit authority.  

Bill was also a very proud member of the Boyer Lodge in which he is a lifetime Mason.  Known as, Past Master Mullings, Bill was an esteemed member of Boyer Lodge and he was regarded in high veneration in Prince Hall Masonry.  Past Master Rapfeld Mullings was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason on April 7, 1975 and was a dedicated and faithful brother in Prince Hall Masonry for 45 years.  He was elevated to the highest position; that of Worshipful Master of Boyer Lodge #1 in 1983. On January 2, 2012 he was bestowed Life Membership in Boyer Lodge #1 for his years of service and dedication.

Bill married and had 4 children Sheila (Peanut), Raphael (Gary), Larry (Ricky) and Sandra (Lisha).  He is also a grandfather of 8, and a great-grandfather of numerous little ones who he sincerely adores.  He also has a sister Katherine “Alicia” Mullings-Romaine (Apone) and several other family members such as nieces, nephews, great nieces/nephews and cousins who he also loves dearly.  His predeceased family members are his Mother Gladys, Father Cyril, brother George (Minn), sister Evelyn (Sully), and brother Charles (Bally). 

Rapfeld Grant Mullings (Bill) will be dearly missed.

 

Viewing

Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home

1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302

Thursday, April 23, 2020

10:00am - 12:00pm

Thursday, April 23, 2020

1:00pm - 3:00pm

Burial

Washington Crossing National Cemetery

830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940

Friday, April 24, 2020

11:00am -

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34 thoughts on “Rapfeld Mullings”

  1. I’m so sorry for your loss Ms Sandra and I’m sorry for your families loss this is truly sad. I pray you guys get through this.

  2. Dominique Rulli

    I’m so sorry you lost your battle to covid-19 my deepest condolences goes out to your family ❤️ Rest In Peace

  3. My condolence to the mullings family may he rest In peace may god be with the mullings at this time of need thoughts and prayers are with all of you may his spirit live on forever

  4. Skylisha Vasquez

    Sending extreme love to the family. You have raised a wonderful, responsible & loving daughter. (Sandra) I am sure you are at peace and now your family can lay you to rest respectfully. Sleep in peace ♥️

  5. Chaira Salem/Victor Garcia

    My name is Chaira Salem and I am the mother of Victor Garcia. While Victor attended daycare, he developed a deep bond with Mr. Mullings. Victor has never met his own grandparents, so Mr. Mullings became his grampa. He would look forward to seeing his beloved grampa everyday and loved to spend time with him. There were some days that only thing to calm him down was a visit with his grampa. I am deeply grateful for the time they spent together. I offer my deepest condolences on behalf of myself and Victor.

  6. Raquel Romain Richards

    Uncle Bill,

    Words can’t express the sorrow I feel for not having been able to see you one last time before this day. The family and I tried to organize a visit to see you before this COVID pandemic, which unfortunately claimed your life. But now I say go and rest with God in heaven. May your light shine down and lift up all those who respected, adored and loved you dearly.

    I now hold on to all the memories I have of you from the times when you would walk me to the bus stop just to ensure my safety before taking your journey home to the funny times we had when we travelled to Panama with the family for vacation. Oh how I would never forget laughs we had with the ‘Gungo Peas’. That will go down in history!

    May Peace and love always be with you.

    Raquel

  7. Ms Sandra
    My condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father. I’m so very sorry my thoughts are with you during this time .
    Cathy Mayes

  8. Maria McCormick

    I am deeply saddened by the news of Rapfeld Mullings passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at such hard times. May he Rest in the sweetest peace.

  9. Im so sorry for the loss of Rapfeid Mullings (Bill) my condolences to his family and my prayers are with his family. I know he will be missed very much by his family and his grandchildren and great grandchildren. May he RIP Mr. Mullings

  10. I would like to thank you for your service to our Country and Community. Heaven has gained an Angel. May you rest Eternally.

  11. So sorry for loss ms Sandra.My prayers for you and your family You took care of your Dad with love .May the Lord and the love and of those around you help you through the difficult days ahead .My sympathy to all your family.

  12. Please except my condolences Tkeyah, to you and your family, I know how much your grandpa meant to you, cherish all the great memories your shared with him…he will surely be missed..

  13. Jivaro Mordaunt

    To the family of Mullins and Greatheart’s I’m sorry for your loss and condolences to the whole tire family

  14. Jeannie DeVito

    Dear Tekeyah and Family,
    Your grandfather sounds like an amazing man who I’m sure will be missed by so many. I’m grateful for his service to our country and our city. He will be in my prayers.
    Love,
    Jeannie DeVito

  15. Mrs.sandra my deepest sympathies to you and the rest of the families may God comfort you and the families in this sad time may his gentle soul rest in peace stay strong.

  16. We will never forget you my honey honey. I thank God and Ms.Sandra for the opportunity to care for you, those moments, such as watching a movie, doing exercise, and playing dominoes are unforgettable. Rest In peace my dear friend. You’ll be in my heart forever. ❤️Jeanette

  17. My heart goes out to the Mullings family. Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your father, grandfather, and great grandfather.

  18. I just want to offer my deepest condolences and deepest sympathies to Ms.Sandra and the family. Prayers for your family. May Mr. Mullings rest in peace.❤

  19. Uncle Bill, when I first met you was when Rey and I were dating in ‘75 and then you stood up for Rey in our wedding in ‘76, that was a very proud moment for us, and we will never forget that day or you. It has been a pleasure of knowing you, and to know that you have touched our lives and our children’s lives. May you rest in perfect peace. ❤️
    To the Mullings Family, our condolences goes out to all, my heart is full, just hope you know you’re being thought about and hope you find special comfort in knowing that your father and all he meant to you will remain in our hearts forever. God Bless you All

  20. I’m so very sorry for the entire family’s loss. My condolences and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. May he rest in the sweetest of peace.

  21. Eugenia Griffith

    My heart and prayers go out and up for all the family and friends. I’m a great aunt of some of the greatgrands from deja.

  22. Hey Sandra, so sorry to hear about your father. From what I read it sounded like he had a very fulfilling life full of love. Praying for you and your family during this time. God bless you.

  23. Uncle Bill,

    Saddened to hear about your passing.
    It was always good to see you when the family got together, I wish we could have seen each other more often because the best memories are those with family.
    You will always be in my prayers, may you rest in eternal peace

  24. I am so sorry Ms Sandra for your loss to you and your family. May he rest in peace. May god comfort you during these times and give you the strength during this time, and reflect on the good times and keep him in your heart.

  25. To: Ricky, Sheila, Gary & Lisha
    I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Please know, I am sending my love, comfort and peace to you’ll at this difficult time.

    Your cousin Lynda

  26. My Condolences, to the entire Mullings Family. From the Carey family…
    May the G.A.O.T.U. accept our prayers for Brother Mullings.
    Sincerely , Sov. ILL. Jacob Carey 33, P.G.M.

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