Louis A. Klapp

Loudonville - Louis A. Klapp “Big Lou”, 89, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2020 at his home with his family by his side.

Born on January 16, 1931 in Albany, he was the son of Louis A. and Elizabeth (McElroy) Klapp.

Produce was the only work Lou knew. He was a lifelong fixture at the Menands Farmer’s Market, known for his trademark cigar. For 44 years, he was the produce manager for D. Brickman Inc., and went on to retire from Frank Esposito Wholesale Flowers and Produce.

Family was most important to Lou. He loved his gardens, ice cream and endless sweets. He enjoyed his daily coffee at Bella Napoli and catching up on the day’s happenings.

His beloved wife Dolores died in 2003.

He leaves his daughter Joan K. (late Neil) Rueckert and his son Louis Klapp (Joanne) all of Loudonville; grandchildren: Tara (Brian) Bole of San Diego, CA, Louis (Ben Holiday) Klapp of Chicago, IL, Kyle (Elizabeth) Rueckert and Paige Rueckert all of Loudonville, as well as his little buddy Giggs for whom he always had a plethora of treats.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Louis’ family Monday March 16, 2020 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at Cannon Funeral Home, 2020 Central Ave., Colonie.  A funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to either: www.mealtrain.com/#Charlies AngelsinEffect or Community Hospice.