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James Lawrence Trapp

November 20, 1944 — June 12, 2022

James L. Trapp
November 20, 1944 - June 12, 2022
Elk Grove, CA

James “Jim” Trapp was born in San Francisco and raised in Burlingame. He graduated from Burlingame High School in 1963 and joined the US Navy in 1965. In the Navy, Jim trained to be a sonar tech. Jim enjoyed dining out and traveling, especially on cruises.


Jim is survived by his wife Mary Ellen of 51 years, son Michael Trapp (Liz), and daughters Laura McNeir (Levi), Susan Clanton (Mark), and Lisa Anderson (Steve). Jim was the proud grandfather of 15 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Donald Trapp, and sisters Judy Alvarez (Clare), Bonnie Rodriguez, and Terry Trapp as well as many nieces and nephews.


Funeral service to be held at East Lawn Elk Grove Memorial Park on Wednesday June 22, 2022. Visitation will begin at 9am. Burial to follow on Thursday June 23, 2022 at 11am at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery.

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Service Schedule

Past Services

East Lawn Elk Grove Chapel

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

9:00 - 12:20 am (Pacific time)

East Lawn Elk Grove Mortuary Chapel

9189 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624

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Funeral Service

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

9:00 - 12:20 am (Pacific time)

East Lawn Elk Grove Mortuary Chapel

9189 E Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624

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