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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"I'm gonna miss you my friend, I'm gonna miss you my buddy". We have been together since toddlers. Tommy was a good samaritan to all people and his absence will impact many of us. He was a real soldier in God's Army. Such a devoted Christian who did daily devotions every morning. Condolences to this great family ❤️
To the Tapp family... I am so very sorry for your loss. I have known this family all my life. Was good friends with Saint growing up and all thru school. Please know I am praying for peace and comfort. I love you guys!
Extending my condolences to The Thomas Tapp Family
I'd like to Contribute my Condolences, to the family,Children,Grand Children and Family Of Mr. Tapp,He was a great Father, Grandfather and he was like family to me.He would Always Greet me and welcome me with an Awesome Smile! A smile,that I will carry with me,until we meet again.I like to Send love and! huggs to A Very SPECIAL FRIEND of MINE, Dawn Danner,. MY Granddaughter Alexia Mcilwain, Mama Chrissy, Chris Danner And little Chris And THE Whole Entire Family. LOVE ALL OF YOU, MAMAP. MR. TAPP, YOU TRULEY EARNED, YOUR HEAVENLY WINGS.
RIHP TOMMY I HAVE ALWAYS SAID WHEN YOU FIND YOURSELF A FRIEND A TRUE FRIEND HOLD ON TO THEM TOMMY WAS INDEED A TRUE SPECIAL WONDERFUL FRIEND TO ME ONE IN WHOM I WILL NEVER FORGET SIP MY FRIEND WE WILL MEET AGAIN CUBBY AS YOU AFFECTIONATELY CALLED ME
My sincere Condolence to Tommy's family, He was my friend, and classmates, may God keep you in this time of sorrow.
I Know You Are Shining So Brightly Before The Presence Of Our Lord Tommy.
You have my condolences. Tommy enjoyed life . Thank God for sharing him with us.
Prayers for your family. I’m so sorry for your loss.