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Farewell to Peter Rapp: Funeral on May 23 at Vienna Central Cemetery

Die Beerdigung von Peter Rapp findet am 23. Mai statt.
Die Beerdigung von Peter Rapp findet am 23. Mai statt. ©APA/HERBERT NEUBAUER (Archivbild)
On Friday (May 23), the popular television host, entertainer, and actor Peter Rapp will be buried in an honorary grave of the city at the Vienna Central Cemetery.

This was reported by Bestattung Wien on Friday in a press release. Friends, companions, fans, and all those who were close to Rapp are invited to bid farewell to him on that day from 10 AM to 12 PM in Hall 2.

Peter Rapp to be buried in Vienna on May 23

Afterwards, the funeral service will take place in the closest family and friends circle. The public is again welcome to accompany the funeral procession following the private service and the blessing at the honorary grave by Cathedral Priest Toni Faber. Additionally, the online condolence book "Mourn for Peter Rapp" has been set up on Trauerportal.at.

Peter Rapp passed away on April 25 at the age of 81 due to a severe illness. With his wit, quick-wittedness, and distinctive style, he shaped the Austrian media landscape for decades.

Peter Rapp: Family bids farewell "with a smile and love"

"Dad often said: 'When it's over, I at least want to lie in good company.' That he is now receiving an honorary grave would have surprised him - and certainly made him a little proud. We bid him farewell with a smile and infinite love," emphasized Peter Rapp's three children according to the press release.

(APA/Red)

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