Thomas Edward Tapp, Jr., 76, of Morganton, NC, had his heavenly appointment on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
Born in Burke County, NC on June 26, 1948, he was the son of the late Thomas E. Tapp and Lillian Beatrice Fleming Tapp.
Mr. Tapp had attended Slades Chapel AME Zion Church and later St. Mary / St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. He graduated from Olive Hill High School in 1966. He loved to talk about history and had an exemplary sense of humor. He loved the Lord and loved helping others. After his retirement, Thomas enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Mr. Tapp is survived by his sons, Saint Tapp (Jeneen) and Chris Marquel Danner; daughter, Latoya Danner; grandchildren, Alexia, Avianna, Chris, Will, Makayla, and Braylee; great-granddaughter, Naomi; cousins who he considered siblings, John Fleming, Jimmy Fleming, Patricia Fleming Hardin, and Sundar Fleming; special friend, Sandra Bristol; and a host of cousins and other relatives.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 3 p.m., Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Slades Chapel AME Zion Church. The funeral will be held at 3 p.m. in the church with Rev. Andrea Purcell officiating. Burial will follow in Olive Hill Cemetery.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Sending my condolences. You are in my thoughts and prayers
I enjoyed talking with Tommy at Senior Center and it instantly knew he was a man strong faith! May you feel God's loving embrace! Rebekah Poplin
On Sunday my beautiful cousin Tommy left this earth and was escorted by angels into the arms of God. His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many “. Heaven has a new angel! It is impossible to express how empty life on earth will be without Tommy, I love him unconditionally and I know without a doubt he loves me. He always took good care of me and I believe he will continue to care for me now as my divine guardian and protector. I will take strength and comfort knowing this and I pray for courage to always do what is right in his honor.
So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayer's ❤️
He was a nice person and helpful to everyone. He will be truly missed by everone
My sincere condolences to Tommy's family. I have known him all my life. We went to the same schools and graduated the same year. He was friendly and always acknowledged me wherever he saw me. May God bless each of you with peace and comfort during this most difficult time in your lives. You remain in my sincere prayers.
RIP brother. On behalf of St Mary's and St Stephens episcopal church. We love you and thank you for your dedication in your service to your church. Peace be with your family during this time and we'll be seeing you ✌️
Dear Saint and Family, Your dad was a treasure. He is healed, now resting in the arms of Jesus. Deb and Family
I an so very sad to hear this. I worked with Tommy (Saint.) I pray that God will comfort and keep the entire family under His protection.
I have known Tommy my entire life. We reconnected when he and the team he was part of brought me in to host the annual Juneteenth Celebration in Morganton. Tommy’s heart, his sense of humor and his generosity never changed never wavered. Our conversations picked up tight where we left off, just like we saw each other yesterday. He was a dear friend and my heart and Prayers go out to his family his kids and grandchildren that he loved to much, and the Morganton Community who he loved and he served till the end! RIP my friend, I am sure gonna miss seeing and talking to you