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“I still can't believe you are gone. I was looking through the yearbook and came across your picture. You were awesome and I will always remember the...Read More »
1 of 38 | Posted by: Jessica - Sophia - Friend

“Louie, this is big max...i put family as my relation to you because thats what i felt we were.....i can't imagine how my life would have been without...Read More »
2 of 38 | Posted by: Max Gassman - Skokie , IL

“Louis, I can't believe you're really gone, but in heart, you're not. You are missed and loved by many people abroad. In no way were we close, but...Read More »
3 of 38 | Posted by: Anonymous - Raleigh County, WV

“My Beautiful Boy,, My handsome son.. You turned into such a wonderful,strong man. I was so proud to have you as my son.You were my oldest. You were...Read More »
4 of 38 | Posted by: selena zarate - beckley, WV

“Louis, Selena, Max and all the family - we are not only grieving for you, but with you. Our hearts are broken. All our love to you and your family...Read More »
5 of 38 | Posted by: Lani, Mike and Max Gassman - IL

“- I had foods class w lou my sophomore year. he made the class interesting & was aways so full of lif. I learned a lot of simple life lessons fromhim...Read More »
6 of 38 | Posted by: amber bailey - crab orchard, WV

“It's a shame we couldn't hang out more. You will be missed! We love you!! ”
7 of 38 | Posted by: Dawn Portalatin (Acevedo) - IL

“My heart is breaking for this lovely family and the loss of a dear friend. Louis will never be forgotten. He is a very special and unique man. I...Read More »
8 of 38 | Posted by: Gina Manning - Nashville, TN

“Our dear Louis....we love you more than words can say. You are in our hearts always and forever. Love Grampa & Grannie Annie ”
9 of 38 | Posted by: Gordon & Annie Larson - Skokie, IL

“My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, I knew Lou from the mall,he seemed like a really great kid, had a great smile, God Bless ”
10 of 38 | Posted by: Beverly - Mount Hope, WV - Friend

“Lou it is so hard to say goodbye, you will be greatly missed by many. You made everyone smile and i will cherish your memory and know you are at...Read More »
11 of 38 | Posted by: Kristen - Beckley, WV - Friend

“Louis was a good man. I know wherever he is, he's happier. ”
12 of 38 | Posted by: David Milam - Crab Orchard, WV

“Our deepest sympathies to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of your son and brother. ”
13 of 38 | Posted by: Ted & Julie & Family - Sophia, WV

“Lou you will be loved and missed by many. I did not know you that well however, I do know that what few classes I had with you in high school you...Read More »
14 of 38 | Posted by: Marcy Greco-Lester - Midway, WV

“I was sorry to hear of Louis's death. There are no words that I can offer that will make this any easier, but please accept my deepest sympathy....Read More »
15 of 38 | Posted by: Jamie Radcliff Clay - WV

“I am so very sorry for your loss. Max was a student of mine and I know this will be a tough time to go through. My heart goes out to you all. ”
16 of 38 | Posted by: Holly Smith - Crab Orchard, WV

“louis was a great person and friend he was always kind hearted and loved everyone i wnjoyed eating with him at schoola nd tlking with him he will be...Read More »
17 of 38 | Posted by: courtni patrick - glen daniel, WV

“For the time we had Louis in our home we are grateful to have known him and loved him. I'm so sorry for your loss and I share in your grief. ...Read More »
18 of 38 | Posted by: Walter & Libby Farris - Sophia, WV

“Louis, Even though we haven't kept in touch the past few years, I will miss you and you will always be in my heart. You are a great person and I can...Read More »
19 of 38 | Posted by: Jessica Ann - Sophia, WV - Friend

“Brother will always miss you and will always have a place in my heart that is missing. ”
20 of 38 | Posted by: Stephen Barrett - Crab Orchard, WV

“I remember having Louis in class a couple of years ago and was struck by how smart he was and his talent as an artist. He was inquisitive and such a...Read More »
21 of 38 | Posted by: Erica Hampton - Beckley, WV

“We had not been close in a while, but I hate to see you go. You were truly an unique person and you could never leave someone without a smile. You...Read More »
22 of 38 | Posted by: Kathryn - WV

“Dude....I know we weren't close, but I can remember talking to you in school. Out of everyone at that god forsaken high school, I never thought you'd...Read More »
23 of 38 | Posted by: Mary - Crab Orchard, WV

“My Little Louie, I know you hated being called that but that's what you've always been to me. My Little Louie. You could always make me feel better...Read More »
24 of 38 | Posted by: Jessica and Marljan - IL - Aunt

“Lou, im gonna miss you so much. I cant wait to see you again. Please tell oma and poppy i said hey. I love you! ”
25 of 38 | Posted by: Autumn Hatcher - crab orchard, WV

“lou , i miss you ! please, tell oma & poppy hey for me . & ill always miss you. ”
26 of 38 | Posted by: Cheyenne - Crab Orchard, WV

“Louie you will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers to all his closest family and friends. We love you! AaronB ”
27 of 38 | Posted by: Aaron Bennett - Schaumburg, IL

“Louie, will you be missed. I know you are watching down on everyone. Looking forward to see you again some day. Ozzy and Selena, thoughts and prayers...Read More »
28 of 38 | Posted by: Lauren Schaffer - Albright, WV

“Lou, You will be missed by many!Many are praying for you,and the comfort of your family. You will be fondly remembered by all! Loved to all! ”
29 of 38 | Posted by: Mary Jo & Jeff Wisniewski - IL

“My dearest Lou, the time has come for us to say our goodbyes here on earth. There however, will come a time when we shall all meet again in better...Read More »
30 of 38 | Posted by: The Barretts, Stephen, Jennifer and Gage - WV

“OZZ and family, On behalf of my family to yours, we send our sincere condolences on the passing of your son. Ozz, remember to breathe. ...Read More »
31 of 38 | Posted by: Kris Siuta - shady spring, WV

“We are so sorry and extend our deepest sympathy. ”
32 of 38 | Posted by: Judy and Vaughn Wills - WV

“We are with you in spirit although we are so far away right now. We will be in touch again when we are back in US. We are so sad for you. No words...Read More »
33 of 38 | Posted by: Auntie Alice and Uncle Howie - AZ

“Gone but never forgotten. I love you!! ”
34 of 38 | Posted by: Sylvia - Beckley, WV

“I love you Lou and I will never forget you. Many people miss & love you. I can't wait for the day until we can all be together again. Lou is you see...Read More »
35 of 38 | Posted by: Sylvia Mitchem - Beckley, WV

“Please except our deepest sorrow and know that all of you are in our prayers Love Cathy and Sherry ”
36 of 38 | Posted by: Cathy Wilson - evanston, IL

“I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this terrible time.... ”
37 of 38 | Posted by: Erica Snodgrass - sophia, WV

“The staff of Blue Ridge Funeral Home would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family during this most difficult time. ”
38 of 38 | Posted by: Blue Ridge Funeral Home


Louis Charles Frapolli, V

Louis Charles Frapolli, V, of Beckley passed away Sunday, September 11, 2011. Born February 25, 1991, he is the son of Louis Frapolli, IV, Selena Marie Zarate and Ozzie Zarate.
Louis loved music and art, playing bass guitar, tattoos and piercing, collecting figurines and was an avid reader. He was a graduate of Independence High School. Louis was a very quiet and soft spoken person. He loved his 5 little brothers and enjoyed spending time with them. Louis had a beautiful smile and was a very sweet young man.
In addition to his parents, those left to cherish his memory include his fiancée Megan Wallace; brothers, Maxwell Frapolli, Julian Frapolli, Dominic Frapolli, baby Ozzie Zarate, Carlos Zarate and grandfather Gordon Lawson, great-grandparents Norma and Bill Ferguson, James Frapolli, Carmen Frapolli; and best friend Chris Barrett; and several other Aunts, Uncles, cousins and a host of friends also survive.
Louis was preceded in death by his grandmother Debra Larson, grandfather Donald Ferguson, uncle's Mark Ferguson, Richard McCullough cousin Zackery Munster; and his best friend and adopted uncle Chris Wills.
Services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at Blue Ridge Funeral Home, Beckley.
Friends may gather with the family Wednesday from 1 – 2 PM at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.blueridgefuneralhome.com
Arrangements by Blue Ridge Funeral Home, 5251 Robert C. Byrd Dr. Beckley, WV.