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.
Service
Viewing
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Thursday, April 23, 2020
10:00am - 12:00pm
Thursday, April 23, 20201:00pm - 3:00pm
Burial
Washington Crossing National Cemetery
830 Highland Rd, Newtown, PA 18940
Friday, April 24, 202011:00am
Tyeonna ward says
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.
Kimberly Demattia says
No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss. My deepest condolences. RIP
Dominique Rulli says
I’m so sorry you lost your battle to covid-19 my deepest condolences goes out to your family ❤️ Rest In Peace 👼🏼
Anabel Ahmad says
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 🙏🏽
Skylisha Vasquez says
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 ♥️
Chaira Salem/Victor Garcia says
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.
Raquel Romain Richards says
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
Lilibeth says
My condolences and prayers are with my boss Sandra Greatheart and her family.! Rest In Peace
Cathy Mayes says
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
Maria McCormick says
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.
Mary says
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🙏🙏.
Marquett Nappo says
I would like to thank you for your service to our Country and Community. Heaven has gained an Angel. May you rest Eternally.
Coumba Ndiaye says
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.
Alicia says
I am honored to send my condolences out to my Boss and her Family. May Mr.Mullings Rest in Peace.
Helga Groce says
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..💔Helga
Jivaro Mordaunt says
To the family of Mullins and Greatheart’s I’m sorry for your loss and condolences to the whole tire family
Jeannie DeVito says
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
Brittney says
Iam so sorry to hear this he was a great man . Stay strong .
Eliza Newton says
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.
Jeanette says
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
Tracey Elting says
My heart goes out to the Mullings family. Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
Maria Goode says
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.❤🙏
Love,
Maria Goode
Robin Romain says
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🙏🏾
Karen B. says
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.
Aminah G says
I’m so sorry for your loss and Sandra . Sending you prayers and my condolences to you and your family.
Eugenia Griffith says
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.
🙏 may God comfort and strengthen you all 🙏
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❣️❣️❣️love never dies❣️❣️❣️
Rashanel says
My condolences to everyone. I’m praying for strength for the family ❤️
Haydee says
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. 🥰 😘
Ndira Gaye says
My condolences to the mullings family i am so sorry for your loss may he Rest In Peace
Lisa says
My prayers are with you and the entire family….. Grandpa will be missed 😇 I used to look forward to feeding him breakfast and seeing him smile..and yelling at snowbell lol….my favorite memory was when he walked with jeanette❤ down to 245 he was soooo happy and so proud!
Ryan Romain says
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 🙏🏽
Tina says
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.
Lynda L. says
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
Jacob Carey says
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.