Lois J. Mapp Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Lois J. Mapp

Lois Jolly Mapp, of Richmond, was called into service to play for God’s Heavenly choir on August 18, 2019. She was born in Newark, New Jersey on May 17, 1936 to the late Alfred and Mary Elizabeth Jolly. Lois’ parents instilled the importance of faith in her, and she accepted Christ at an early age at her home church, St James AME Church in Newark, New Jersey. She graduated from Arts High School in June 1954 and attended Fairleigh Dickinson College in Rutherford, New Jersey to major in elementary music education. Lois pursued a career with the federal government where she retired in April 1986 from the Department of Health and Human Services as a monitor/team manager of federal programs.

Lois’ musical talents began at the early age of 6 as an organist, pianist and vocalist. She became the organist for the Arts High School Choir while attending there. She received 10 music honor awards from the Griffith Music Foundation for outstanding piano and voice performance. She also received many accolades and certificates of appreciation for her musical talents. For over 70 years, Lois has played for numerous churches to include Third Street Bethel AME Church, Woodville Presbyterian Church, All Souls Presbyterian Church, Triumphant Baptist Church, Ebenezer Baptist Church and Hood Temple CAME Church (Richmond, VA), St James AME Church and Ruffin Nichols Memorial Church (Newark, NJ), St Matthews AME Church, Hickman Temple AME Church and St Paul’s AME Church (Philadelphia, PA). She also sang on numerous occasions with Ebenezer Baptist Church (Richmond, VA) and was the music coordinator for the Richmond Interdenominational Choir.

Lois Jolly Mapp was a faithful member of Third Street Bethel AME Church since 1988 and served as an active member of the Delia C. Jackson Women’s Missionary Society. In the 90’s, she was the organist/choir directress of the Gospel Choir (currently named the Voices of Bethel). Lois loved to shop, travel and spend time with family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Mapp. Left to cherish her precious memory are two daughters, Gwendolyn Carney (James) of Chesterfield, VA and Alberta Faush of Stone Mountain, GA; son, William Harvey Faush (Tanya) of Philadelphia, PA; three grandchildren, Anthony Faush, Matthew Faush and Corey Faush; nine great-grandchildren; brother, John Jolly of Newark, NJ; brother and sister-in-law, William and Delores Sykes; and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 24 at Third Street Bethel A.M.E. Church, 614 N. 3rd Street. Rev. Reuben Boyd, Jr. officiating. Interment private.

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To the family of Lois Mapp, Im sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, sister,&grandmother.She was a beautiful,person inside and out. Very kind,thoughtful,& considerate. She will truly be missed. Edith C. Blye

My deepest condolences and prayers go out to the family. Mrs. Mapp held a special place in my heart. She always kept me laughing and I will miss our conversations. She had a beautiful spirit and she will be missed. May God comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time. Love, Erica Gregory

May God’s love give you strength during your time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Elethia

Gwen,Bert,Harvey and family you have our deepest prayers and condolences on the loss of your Mom. Love Mary and Erika Faush

My deepest condolences to the family of Mrs. Lois Mapp. I met her at The Gospel Music Workshop of America. We sang in the choir together. We both love Choral Music. I introduced her to my mother and they became friends as well. Mrs. Mapp and I have attended numerous Musical Concerts and Conferences. She loved to travel and sing. Was always ready to go. Certainly will miss her. She has helped me on my Musical journey. God bless you Mrs. Mapp and take your rest. You will forever have a special place in my heart

Gwen and family we are so very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Praying for strength and comfort for you and your family. God bless you all and may the thoughts of your mother soon give you the memories you need to help heal your hearts. With sincerest love and sympathy. Elias and Netrel Barnes

You have my sincere Condolences and you are in my prayers. The loss of your mother is not really a loss, because your countless memories of her will be with you forever. I will always remember her lovely smile. Be strong, and God Bless. Jerome L. Seldon Frierson

Rest in Peace Mrs. Mapp. My deepest condolences to Alberta and Gwen as well as the rest of the family. Praying for your strength at this difficult time. Brenda Thomas

My deepest condolences to the family. May you take comfort in knowing that she was loved and respected by many others. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Salena Ware

Songs of Memories linger on.... In the rising of the sun and in it’s going down, We will remember you. In the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter, We will remember you. In the opening of buds and in the warmth of Summer, We will remember you. In the rustling of leaves and in the beauty of Autumn, We will remember you. In the beginning of the year and when it ends, We will remember you. As long as we live, you shall live too, for you are a part of us as,We remember You!
With Heartfelt Sympathy, Dr. Carolyn Campbell and Family

My deepest condolences to Gwen and her family, in the passing of your mother. I pray that you and your family will find comfort in the memories that will live forever in your hearts. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Jacqueline Batts, Memphis TN.

The memory of Ms. Lois Mapp will forever hold a very, very special place in my heart.
Having served under her Minister of Music directorship for 3 years at Third Street Bethel, AME, I count those times as one of the highlights of my life in church music ministry. The mutual respect that we shared for each other as musicians was enhanced by a warm friendship of understanding and support. I especially am so appreciative of the patience that Ms. Mapp showed in training me on playing the church organ. She gave me valuable tips on how to manage the service and support the ministry of Dr. Arthur Jones. Both of these treasured individuals embraced me and my talents in an extraordinary way and, for this, I will be forever grateful.
As an extension of her, I was introduced to her daughter Gwen Fausch and son-in-law James Carney who both drew close to me with friendship and loving care along with so many other choir members and officials at the church. I still feel very connected to Third Street AME . . . in great part because of Ms. Mapp.
My heart is heavy with sadness for this loss, however, my memories and affection for this family will forever be strong. Please know that I am sincerely thinking of you and keeping you lifted in prayer during this difficult time of separation. I thank God for Lois Mapp and how He allowed her to touch so many other lives and souls in Richmond, VA and beyond as an accomplished Musician and Friend.
With My Love & Respect!
Larry J. Bland

I am so very sorry to see the news of your Mother's passing. I met her at a church service and we immediately clicked. We got together for lunch and ended up talking for hours. She was such a wise and endearing woman. For me, she was an angel, as she entered my life at the very best timer, and I truly needed her advice and wisdom in my life. I have been so busy at work and had been meaning to contact her. Last we communicated she told me she had had health issues. I was shocked and saddened to see her obituary this morning. When is her service? I would be honored to attend. With deepest sympathy. Linda Forem, 804-0869-4861. LindaForem@lizmoore.com