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James Tapp Obituary
Mr. Tapp, son of the late Louise Kelly Tapp and James L Tapp Sr., died August 10, 2011. He was born in Columbia, SC. He was a graduate of Dreher High School where he played football, and the University of Georgia where he was president of PKA fraternity. He returned to Columbia as part of the third generation to work in the family business, Tapp's Department Store, where he served as president. He served on the BB&T Advisory Board and was on the Board of Directors of Richland Memorial Children's Hospital. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Charter Member of the Breakfast Optimist Club, Ducks Unlimited, Wild Turkey Federation, Quail Unlimited and Quality Deer Management. He was a lifetime member of the Georgia Bulldog Club and a Gamecock Club Member for 57 years. He was a avid sportsman as shown by his love of the outdoors, his love of animals and in hunting and fishing. He will be missed by all of his hunting buddies and the members of his "Hoot Owl" hunt club.
Mr. Tapp is survived by his wife of 52 years, Peggy Tapp; mother-in-law, Gladys H. Chamblee; daughters, Cheryse Tapp Jordan (Clyde) and Tina Tapp Huffstetler (Terry); son, James L. Tapp III (Jody); grandchildren, Crystal Louise Huffstetler, James L. Tapp IV and Taylor Paige Tapp; sister, Louise Tapp Joye; and stepmother, Neta H. Tapp. His wife, children and grandchildren were the light of his life.
The family wishes to express their appreciation to Dr. Ruben Mayer, Dr. Dan Bouknight, Dr. Gregory Cauthen and Dr. Laura Herpel for their compassion, care and support. www.caughmanharmanfuneralhome.net
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Janis Whittle-Stewart
August 16, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Tapp family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Tapp family was so good to me as a teenager working at their store at Dutch Square. GOD Bless you and thank you for the happy memories. GOD Bless!
August 15, 2011
Dear Peggy and Family,
My heart was saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. My prayers are with you and your family. Much Love, Lois Sightler
August 13, 2011
Dear Peggy & Family,
Our prayers are with you at this time and we praye God's comfort to surround you. Love and Prayers, Don and Marilyn Allen
Harold Granger
August 13, 2011
Memories of the great years I had working with you and getting to know your family will always be with me. Jimmy, I'll never forget you.
August 12, 2011
Dear Peggy, Cheryse and family:
Our memories go way back but I wanted to send all our love and prayers as you say your goodbyes.
May you have peace in the happy memories and comfort as you heal.
Love and prayers,
Linda Lorick
Jenny McCutchen
August 12, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Tapp family. I had the pleasure of working for Tapp's in Columbia and then in Sumter. Mr.Jimmy was always such a nice man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Christine Prioleau
August 12, 2011
Dear Mrs. Tapp, Cheryse, Tina, and Jim,
I was so sad to hear about Mr. Tapp's passing. I have many memories from childhood when you all included me... Mr. Tapp singing Mr. Moon, riding in a cool convertible with electric windows, coke floats at Tapps, rabbit traps, big poodles and kind southern hospitality at the Tapp home. Those are nice memories of a simpler time and I'm glad that I was a part of that with your family. Again, I am so sorry and wish you all peace and fond memories to cherish. Sincerely, Christine Vincent Prioleau
Vickie Jones
August 12, 2011
To the Tapp Family; What a wonderful man you had in your life. I'm out of town and will not be able to come Sunday. I truly enjoyed working for Mr Tapp. How lucky I was to have known him.
Mike Grigsby
August 12, 2011
Dear Mrs. Tapp, Cheryse, Tina, and Jim,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Tapp's passing. He saw something in me and gave me a chance. He hired me as a young student (a boy) and working for him made me the man I am. It was a great time in my life when I worked for Mr. Tapp. He taught me so much. All my love and prayers are with all of you and your families during this hard time.
Laura Edwards
August 12, 2011
My heart goes out to you all. I loved Mr. Tapp and have the fondest memories of working for him at Dutch Square.
Laura Edwards (The Vive Girl, 1993-1995)
susandale brown
August 12, 2011
Peggy, Jimmy was such a good friend to John and you were always so sweet to my mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and my buddy, Cheryse. susandale
August 12, 2011
So sorry to hear about Jimmy. I treasured the days that we were at Dreher together and know that he will be missed by many. Sincere sympathy to the family. Howard Gunter (Naples, FL)
Judy Laval
August 12, 2011
Dearest Peggy and Family, I was so sad to read about Jimmy's death so soon after seeing you Wednesday morning. My prayers are with you and I know that God will give you the courage and strength to get through this sad time. Love and prayers, Judy Laval
Elaine Runager
August 12, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort you all.
Jamie Rauch Ward
August 12, 2011
May God give the family strength during the coming days. My prayers are with you all. (Former part-time employee, Tapps, Dutch Square)
Vernon Fash
August 12, 2011
To The Tapp Family: I will always be grateful for the opportunity to have worked at Tapp's Department as a student at USC many years ago. Even when unemployment was widespread, they always found a job for me. Sincerest condolences as you miss your loved one. May Our Lord grant you strength, courage, guidance, and love in this moment of sorrow and in the days ahead !
Robert Gabriel
August 12, 2011
Remembering a dear friend and associate through Dreher High School and Tapp's Department Store days,
With condolences and the assurance of our prayers,
Pastor and Mrs. Robert F. Gabriel,
Missionaries Emeriti,
International Mission Board,
Southern Baptist Convention
Vaughan Dew
August 12, 2011
I am heartbroken that I will not be able to join you and your family on Sunday. Just know that the world will never be the same without our "Mr. Jimmy". He was selfless and only thought about the needs of his family and friends, generous to a fault, and always a steward of the land he loved to hunt and fish. There was only one Jimmy Tapp. My love goes out to you all. Vaughan
Doris G
August 12, 2011
So sorry to hear about Mr Tapp, I worked at Tapp's 21 years and I have some of the best memories of my life there. Mr Tapp was a good man, may he rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers are with the Family.
Larry Nichols
August 12, 2011
My condolences to your family. Sorry to hear about this. Blessings be upon the family and upon those who grieve the passing of a really fine person. God's Peace.
John & Jamie Brown
August 11, 2011
Dear Ms. Peggy, Cheryse, Tina, Jim and Family,
All our love, thoughts, and prayers are with all of you at this time. Please know that Mr. Jimmy will always be remembered with love and respect. May God comfort you and bless you in the days ahead.
All our love and sympathy,
John, Jamie & Reganne
The Staff of Caughman-Harman Funeral Home
August 11, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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