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James Stephen Trapp, 73, died unexpectedly due to cardiac disease, on December 15, 2025, at his home in Bedford, Texas. Born on March 27, 1952, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Jim had an unmistakable presence. He was overtly friendly, passionate, ambitious, complex, and unapologetically himself.

Preceded in death by his parents, James D. Trapp and Stephanie “Babcie” Trapp, and his eldest son, Nicholas Trapp. He leaves behind his son, Nathan (Ronda) Trapp, incredible grandson, Corbit Trapp; his …

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Hey Bubba! I will miss our phone conversations and our lunch get-togethers when I'm in Dallas. I will never forget how …
Hey Bubba! I will miss our phone conversations and our lunch get-togethers when I'm in Dallas. I wi…
Hey Bubba! I will miss our phone conversations and our lunch get…
Our condolences to James's family. Jim was our classmate at L. D. Bell, and fondly remembered by both of us. ~~ JP and …
Our condolences to James's family. Jim was our classmate at L. D. Bell, and fondly remembered by bo…
Our condolences to James's family. Jim was our classmate at L. D…
Still eating at some of his favorite places.  
Still eating at some of his favorite places.  
Still eating at some of his favorite places.  
We were new hires at USAir, class of 12/12/84.  We each commuted to Pittsburgh for work, and had "crash pads" there.  I…
We were new hires at USAir, class of 12/12/84.  We each commuted to Pittsburgh for work, and had "c…
We were new hires at USAir, class of 12/12/84.  We each commuted…

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Born

March 27th, 1952
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Passed away

December 15th, 2025
Bedford, TX

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Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery

2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211
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