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Lawrence Tapp Obituary

Reverend Lawrence Tapp

1932 ~ 2014

Ocean Springs

Reverend Lawrence Eugene Tapp, age 82, of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2014, in Ocean Springs.

Bro. Tapp was a native of Tennessee and called the coast home since 1959. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He served as a Baptist minister for 42 years; Area churches included Bellehaven Baptist Church in Ocean Springs, East Howard Baptist Church in Biloxi, First Baptist Church of Windsor Park in Ocean Springs and Millcreek Baptist Church in Picayune.

Bro. Tapp was preceded in death by his parents, Louis H. Tapp and Estelle Wilson Tapp, and three brothers, Herman Tapp, Harry Tapp and Jimmy Tapp.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Daisy Potts Tapp, two daughters, Brenda (Galynn) Wilson and Laura (Joseph) Noble, two sisters, Claudine Tapp and Cathleen (John) Siler, four brothers, George (Frances) Tapp, William (Dee) Tapp, Jerry (Tressa) Tapp and Wayne (Gatha) Tapp, three sisters-in-law, Delorise Tapp, Barbara Tapp and Inga Tapp, four grandchildren, Michelle (Clay) McArdle, Rachel Noble, Erin Abernathy and Katie (Jon) Bagwell and three great-grandchildren, Olivia McArdle, Jackson McArdle and Abigale Luck.

Visitation will be Thursday, April 17, 2014, from 9am until 11am, with an 11 am church service, all at the First Baptist Church of Windsor Park. Burial will follow in Biloxi National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family prefers donations be made to Gideons International, P.O. Box 4378, Biloxi, MS 39535.

The Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

View and sign register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com.



Published by The Sun Herald on Apr. 15, 2014.
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Laura, Brenda, and families,
Heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Love and prayers,
Cheryl (Heddings) Herman

Cheryl Herman

April 18, 2014

Brenda and Laura and Families,
Thanking God for the many souls and lifes that were changed with the ministry of the Lord through your dad! May you always treasure the memories of this loved one in your hearts!
Tommy and Tammy Mims

Tammy Mims

April 17, 2014

Laura and Joey..
Laura words can't cover everything that's in my heart on how much we cherish you and Joey. I didn't know your Father but I do know this. We will see him again and that makes my heart jump up and down with Joy. I pray that our Lord gives you and your family Peace and comfort in the days to come. We Love You

Billy & Denise Smith

April 17, 2014

Very sorry for your loss, Mr. Tapp was a very kind and God loving person

Sandy Mcvey

April 17, 2014

Uncle Lawrence will be missed by many, but we all know he is with the Lord Jesus Christ he shared with so many for so many years. Love you, Uncle Lawrence, Candy Tapp

Candace Lindsey

April 17, 2014

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. I will always cherish the time I helped Bro. Tapp work on his gas tank to fix a leak.

Sara Maggard

April 17, 2014

Bro Tapp was like a dad to me! I was so lucky to meet Brenda and Laura while in high school at OSHS, we sang in the choir together. The girls invited me to there church that is when I met there dad Bro Tapp. Many times I had been invited into their home and had long talks with Bro Tapp, heart to heart talks, walk with God talks. Bro Tapp you helped me in so many ways! You explained the different ways that fathers love their children where I could understand even though I wanted my dad to be JUST LIKE YOU.
We may not have stayed in touch over the years but last year I was able to visit you in the hospital and talk about fishing with you. You didn't remember me but it was still the kind words of a kind man.
I will never forget you. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me at a young age a long time ago.
To Brenda, Laura, Mrs Tapp I know you will miss him, for my mama and I miss my daddy but we know God has such great plans.
I love you my sisters.

April 16, 2014

Bro. Tapp was such a blessing to so many. I will miss him but I know some day soon he will be right there in heaven welcoming me. What a day that will be. I pray God will comfort Ms. Daisy and all who love him so much.

Zeita Nolf

April 16, 2014

Larry has been a friend a long time. If I ever write a book about my Mom and Pop, Larry and Daisy would have a chapter all to themselves. Prayers for the family.

Dale Stone

April 16, 2014

I just loved Uncle Larry!! I have very find memories of him from when we would see him on our trips down to Mississippi. I hope Aunt Daisy, and the girls are doing ok. May God bless all of us that are sorrowful during this time, and may Uncle Larry rest in peace.

April Kuehl-Cole

April 16, 2014

My sincere condolences. Thinking of Aunt Daisy, and the family. RIP Uncle Larry!! You were a great man.

Mary Ann Kuehl

April 16, 2014

A friend who will be missed. My sympathy and prayers are extended to the family.

Dr. George W. Rogers Sr.

April 15, 2014

Laura and family,
We send our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May the wonderful memories of your father bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart.

Gary Jr., Wanda & Beau Gollott

April 15, 2014

We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

April 15, 2014

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