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David THARP Obituary

THARP David Lee David Lee Tharp, 65, of Fort Myers, FL, passed away Sunday, April 1, 2012, in Hospice of Shell Point, FL. He was born in Clarksburg, WV, and graduated from Libby High School in Toledo, OH. David's careers included retirement from the United States Air Force and the Toledo Police Department. He was proud to have been a member of the first Toledo Police Department Honor Guard in 1986. The Tharp family was richly blessed to have shared his short term on earth. He, unselfishly, offered comfort and support in times of need and his sense of humor made others laugh in darkest hours. His determination was contagious and made each day a better day than yesterday. We will miss his unconditional love and desire for family unity. David leaves behind a grieving family, wife, Pee Jean, and daughters, Julie Lin and Stacy Ann. He is survived by siblings, Carmen Dameworth (William), Edsil Tharp (Renee), John Tharp (Phyllis), and close friends, Ed and Vicky Fugate, Kenny and Lorraine Wills, and Emory Byrd. Private memorial services will follow at a later date.

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Published by The Blade on Apr. 8, 2012.

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Linda Keier

April 19, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you (John)and your family.

Starlett Caudill

April 13, 2012

From my family to yours, we express our deepest sorrow for your loss.
Davey, you are my cousin and my friend. You always make me laugh. My mother loved you like a son. You never failed to call and visit for as many years as I can remember. I know that you are in the arms of your loved ones that have passed before you. I will miss you Davey. Until we meet again. Love always, Star

Julia Lauder

April 12, 2012

Uncle David- I can still see you sitting at Mom's kitchen table, sharing a good story. I have so many fond memories of you, but have picked only a few of my favorites to share. I will never forget you taking my dad to get his drivers license renewed on his birthday. Poor Dad couldn't see a thing, but passed that vision test! I think it was the greatest birthday gift my dad ever received! I giggle at the memory of you calling Lexi "sugarbutt".....and her replying to you that she was "Stinkybutt" ......she was forever your "Stinkybutt" after that! Lastly, I can still see you on your bike riding around town. :). I know you are in a better place now. You are riding your bike and my dad is driving his van. Both of you are laughing and eating apple pie. :). I love you Uncle Dave and you will be missed by many. XO

April 10, 2012

Uncle David- We will miss you. You have a kind heart and we will never forgot how good you were to dad and all you did for him. We love you!
Brian, Becky, Cameron, and Hannah Mills
Powell, Ohio

April 10, 2012

i will miss you Uncle David. Love you forever and always.

~Lexi Lauder Sylvania Ohio

April 10, 2012

My brother, it is difficult to imagine that I will not see nor talk to you today. I'll miss your humorous stories, generous heart, and all the attributes that were part of you. Life will not be the same for any of us, but our hearts are soothed knowing that you have earned your angel wings.
Carmen Dameworth, Toledo Ohio

Allen&Vickey Woods

April 10, 2012

David and I had the Honor and privilege of being the Founding members for Toledo Police's Honor Guard in 1986. We forged a lasting friendship thru our hard work and dedication to the Families of many Fallen Law Enforcement Officer's,locally , state wide and Nationally(Washington, DC) Our loving prayers and condolences to Family(Tharps) Rest in Peace, My Brother !

Joseph Scroggs

April 9, 2012

My families prayers and condolences to Dave's entire family, the humor, laughter and friendship he brought to others will not soon be forgotten.

Pat Viola

April 9, 2012

Prayers and condolences to Dave's family. Dave touched many lives and won't be forgotten.

Tom Morman

April 9, 2012

Dave was a unique character. Those of us who knew him have "Dave stories" to keep his memory alive. It is so sad to read he was in a hospice. Condolences to the family.

Ray and Shirley Luntsford

April 8, 2012

David, your obituary said you were funny and how you made people laugh. And that is how we remember you. Your infectious laugh and your humorous sayings brought smiles to so many. Whenever I hear " finer than a frog hair" I think of you and smile. We will miss you. Our hearts and prayers go out to your sweet family.

Dexter Bartlett

April 8, 2012

Condolences to the entire Tharp family. David will remain in my thoughts and heart.

Ray & Debi Sifuentes

April 8, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

k gochenour

April 8, 2012

My Condolences to the family, David will forever remain in our hearts. the Gochenour family

April 8, 2012

My deepest sympathy to your family. Tim Best

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