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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Tommy will always be known as a caring individual. A Godley Servant to all whom he came in contact with. I remember when I had to be hospitalized, Thommy and his dear friend Kakie prayed and Thommy touched my forehead praying to God to heal my body. The next day I was discharged. Tommy was a dependable friend and always on time to take me to my doctor's appointments whenever I needed him. Tommy, this is the new beginning of the Eternal Life you deserve in Jesus Name.