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Philip Tapley Obituary
Evans, GA—Philip Anthony "Tony" Tapley passed away on Monday, August 19, 2019 in his home in Evans, GA due to heart complications. He is survived by his wife, Carol Loyal Tapley, and sons Evan Tapley and Philip Tapley Jr. He is preceded in death by his parents Walter and Nelsie Tapley.
Tony was beloved by those around him as a kind and generous person with an uncommon ability to make others smile. A recent retiree, he spent much of career at Southern Felt Company, where he forged close friendships with many coworkers. The personal connections Tony developed with important clients were of great value to the company. Despite a humble upbringing, Tony accomplished a great deal professionally by way of a steadfast work ethic.
Throughout his life, Tony was a sports enthusiast. He was a gifted athlete, including as a standout football player in high school, and later as a distance runner and tennis player. He shared many warm memories with friends and family at sporting events, particularly University of Georgia football games.
Tony greatly valued his loved ones, and he made sure they all knew so. Despite health difficulties later in life, he maintained a positive spirit, and a charming sense of humor. He seemed to always have a clever witticism at hand, which was befitting of someone with such a robust and unique personality. He will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by many.
A memorial service will be held in the Chapel of Platt's Funeral Home Belair Road, on Saturday, August 24 at 2:00 P.M. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Platt's.
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The Augusta Chronicle - 08/21/2019
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for Philip Tapley
Richard Oglesby
August 24, 2019
So sorry to hear about Tony. May you find peace in the good times you shared.
Pat Hodo-Haywood
August 24, 2019
The world lost a wonderful person who will be sadly missed, Praying for GOD's comfort to surround your family.
L Horton
August 24, 2019
Thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Lynn Skinner
August 24, 2019
So Sorry to hear of Tony's passing. Every time I saw Tony, he had that "Happy to See You" look on his face.
Tony was such a Great athlete at ARC. He played hard and never Gave Up. I believe that's how he lived his life. God's Speed Tony. Your Friend and Team mate, Lynn Skinner
August 23, 2019
To my trusted life-long friend,
whom I will surely see again.
D.W. Fry
August 23, 2019
Carol I am so sorry for your loss. After Richmond Academy I never saw Tony again but I do remember the good times we all had together.
Billy Jones
Steve Wiggins
August 22, 2019
I had many great times with Tony and our friends when we attended Richmond Academy. I have not seen Tony since those days, but, seeing his photo and reading about him brings back many happy memories that I shall cherish for the rest of my life. Tony had a way of making you feel like family. We have lost a great friend and a wonderful person.
My sincere condolences to your family.
May God Bless you,
Steve Wiggins
Class of 1967
Tommy Peterson
August 22, 2019
My close friendship with Tony, going back well over 50 years, and a personal bond that couldn't be broken, meant the world to me, and I cherish our visits and conversations from the recent last few years when we really were back in close touch with each other. Carol, Philip, and Evan: Jane's and my deepest sympathies go out to you. The world---but especially you---has lost one of the great ones for sure. We are heartbroken and will feel a big void for a long time to come.
Thinking of you,
Thomas D Dixon
August 21, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family. I thought a lot of Tony and always looked forward to visiting with Nelsie at the Dixon reunion each year and delighted when Tony would attend.
My prayers are with each of you,
Your cousin, Thomas Dixon
Beth Walker
August 21, 2019
Dear Carol, sending Love and Prayers to you and your Family at this difficult time.
Jane Hall Harmon
August 21, 2019
Dearest Carol, so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. Thinking of you and your boys today. Sending hugs and prayers.
August 21, 2019
Carol,
I am so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. I will always cherish our friendship along with the memories that continued throughout life. God speed Tony.
Woody & Ginger Trulock
August 21, 2019
Tony always expressed his faith in Christ when we would speak. Therefore in confidence he is in paradise with no more illness and more joyful than any of us could ever imagine.
May we all learn from Tony to always smile and speak well of others even during our own trial.
Doug at Buffalo felt
Ronnie LeRoy
August 21, 2019
Carol you and your sons have my love and thoughts.
Todd Brantley
August 21, 2019
So sorry for your loss.Sending prayers for you and your family Carol at this difficult time.
August 21, 2019
Carol, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tony was such a wonderful guy. He will be missed!
Cliff Richards
HERBERT GILSTRAP
August 20, 2019
CAROL & FAMILY,
May it bring special comfort to know that others care and share your loss.Thinking of you and family at this time of loss.
HERBERT GILSTRAP
Amanda Davis Chalker
August 20, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Good memories will over -shadow the sad times with time.You all will be in my thoughts and prayersAmanda Davis Chalker
Donald Widener
August 20, 2019
So sorry to hear about Tony. We grew up together attending Woodlawn Methodist Church when it was located on 15th Street. I remember many childhood gatherings and events we both attended. Although as it happens in life, we grew apart and went our separate way.. I will truly miss not knowing he is still around to talk too. Donald Widener
Kari Wilkes (Southern Felt)
August 20, 2019
Tony was a wonderful, kind, hardworking man. He will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers to Carol, Philip, Evan and all family and friends.
Russ and Trish Bates
August 20, 2019
We are so sorry for your loss, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
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