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Lawrence Tapp Obituary

Lawrence Matthew (Larry) Tapp - KENNESAW - Lawrence Matthew (Larry) Tapp, 81, of Kennesaw, GA, died peacefully at home Tuesday, September 17, 2013, with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carol Dysart Tapp; his son, Scott Tapp (Carrie), granddaughters, Lauren Brooke Tapp, Brinlee Crandon, Briley Tapp; daughter Sharon Tapp VanDyke (Jason), grandsons, Parker and Dalton VanDyke; sister Joanna Tapp Antonios (Hikmat); sister-in-law, Jean Dysart; many nieces and nephews. Larry was a professor of Physical Education at Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah for 35 years. He was an avid golfer, camper, square dancer, and Braves fan. He graduated from Bearden High School in Knoxville and earned three degrees from The University of Tennessee Knoxville. He was a Navy veteran. A private interment ceremony will be at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, GA, on Thursday, September 19, with a Celebration of Life Service at Kennesaw United Methodist Church in Kennesaw at 2 pm on Saturday, September 21. The family will receive friends at the church following the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Building Fund at Kennesaw United Methodist Church. SouthCare Cremation & Funeral Soceity 770-420-5557 Savannah Morning News September 19, 2013 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries.

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Sep. 19, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Tapp

17 Entries

Steve Brandon

December 15, 2013

I worked with Larry at what was then Armstrong State College until I left in 1985. I never knew a better man.

Sissie Coffman

September 22, 2013

Carol, we were so lucky to have had Larry as a friend. He was a wonderful man and we will truely miss him. We hate that we could not have been at the services, due to fact we were out of town. Our thoughts are with you and the family.

September 20, 2013

We extend our sincere sympathy
to you, Carol, Scott, and Sharon, and all
your family. May God give you comfort
and support. Love, Marian and Barry Malac

Terri Brown Patillo Class of '83, AASU

September 20, 2013

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Dr. Tapp's family and friends.

Bob Thomas

September 20, 2013

I graduated from Armstrong in 1970. Remember Coach Tapp as a very nice man. I'm glad he had a wonderful life. I agree with the other posting. The world would be a better place if it had more men like Coach Tapp.

Meredith Swinford

September 20, 2013

Mrs. Tapp, Scott and Sharon, I remember your Dad from the days of Calvary baseball long ago. I was a little girl when y'all were in high school but remember your family so well because you were so central to Calvary athletics. I also remember Mr. And Mrs. Tapp from White Bluff UMC. I wish you peace and comfort during this time and the years to come. May God support you through the love of those around you and the memories of your Dad. The Swinfords send our love.

Louis Harkins

September 19, 2013

Coach Tapp had a gift for helping his students learn as much about themselves an they did about the sport he was teaching.

Ashley Boland

September 19, 2013

Sharon,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Both you and your family will be in our prayers.

Roy Banks

September 19, 2013

I attended Armstrong during the middle 60's, Coach Tapp was a great instructor. I am sorry to hear of his passing. May Coach Tapp rest in eternal peace.

mac sampey

September 19, 2013

If every man could be a Larry Tapp what a great world we would live in.

Jeff & Sherri Goodman

September 19, 2013

Scott and family, Dr. Tapp was an outstanding teacher from whom I learned a lot. He was a man of integrity that always worked hard to make sure his students understood the subject. He was firm but fair and a role model for being the best you could be. Sherri and I are saddened by his passing. He always amazed us in how great a shape he was in and what he could demonstrate. What a great role model for everyone who knew him!

Bill Hall

September 19, 2013

Coach Tapp taught me a lot about basketball, but more about life. He was one of my best memories at Armstrong.

Tom Finocchiaro

September 19, 2013

Coach Tapp was a great teacher and a great advisor,rest in peace

Ann Williams

September 19, 2013

Dr. Tapp was such a nice man and a great teacher! I loved listening to his wonderful southern accent during class!

Bob White

September 19, 2013

Attend Armstrong in late 50's,early 60's. Coach Tapp was a good guy. Sorry for your loss.

Jeff Mell

September 19, 2013

Scott, I'm very sorry for your loss. Dr. Tapp was a great instructor, but more importantly, he was a great person.

Billy Adams

September 19, 2013

I remember Coach Tapp as a kind and gentle man that always had his students best interest at heart. I met him as an instructor and remember him as a friend!

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