Richard "Rick" Mapes ~ 1956 - 2024

Richard Alan Mapes was born in Chico, Calif. on August 13, 1956, to parents, Harold S. Mapes and Barbara J. Mapes (née Moore). The long-time resident passed away in South Lake Tahoe, Calif. on May 18, 2024, at the age of 67.

In 1960, at four years of age, his family moved to Bijou, Calif. During his youth he attended local schools, graduating from South Tahoe High School in 1974. He was, first and foremost, a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ; a loving husband, father, and grandfather; a well-respected local entrepreneur; and a proud American Patriot. Rick owned and operated Mapes Enterprises for almost 40 years, providing tree and snow removal services, firewood, excavation, paving, and BMP installations, throughout the Tahoe Basin.

Mr. Mapes is survived by his cherished wife of 43 years, Jamie; his children Sarah Bradley, Matthew Mapes, and Lucas Mapes, and their spouses; seven grandchildren; three siblings; and a wide circle of family and friends.

To hear the rest of the story, please join his family as they meet to memorialize his life on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 2 p.m., at Lake Tahoe Christian Fellowship, 3580 Blackwood Rd, South Lake Tahoe, Calif.