Tapp, Frank E.Tapp, Frank E., 81, retired owner of Courtesy Key, passed away and went to be with the Lord and son, Kirk Tapp, Tuesday, February 9, 2010. Service, 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 13, Downing & Lahey Mortuary West. Frank was born November 5, 1928 to the late Frank and Virginia (Henderson) Tapp. He was a graduate of East High School and served in the Merchant Marines. Frank was a past Master of Masons along with his many years of service as a boy scout leader. Survivors: wife, Delma “Joleen” (Young) Tapp; children, Terry Hiebert (Mike), Craig Tapp, Debra Depperschmidt (Larry); sister, Dorothy Garms; 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild. Memorials established with Boy Scouts of America, 1555 E. 2nd, Wichita, KS 67214 and Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202.
I'll always have wonderful memories of Uncle Frank from his early days with Nancy in the key business to his enthusiasm for the Soap Box Derby with son Craig and devotion to son Kirk and daughter Terri. Frank had a special passion for sailing and boating in general and his smile was infectious. Our sympathy to the entire family.
--Tom and Alma (Feb 10, 2010)
I have many fond mewmories of my time in Boy Scouts where Mr Tapp was the troop leader. The hikes to the locate campsite and of course the trip to Colorado. I was lucky enough to keep in touch occasionally after I was grown. What I remember most was Mr Tapps even temper and commitment. I am sure God needed another Scout Leader with him.
--Grant McLeod (Feb 10, 2010)
Terri and family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers with the loss of your father. We are hopeful that your memories will bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
With love,
Your NAIC family
--Julie (Feb 11, 2010)
Wednesday morning I read of Frank's passing.
That afternoon while going through a box of
papers, I ran across a letter from Frank, dated 1-22-86 he sent along with an article about my film. In it he remembered a problem I had about 17 years before paying his bill for locks he installed at our office. He wished me and my family the best. Not many like him anymore. I always enjoyed talking with Frank and considered him a friend who I will never forget.
--Bob Walterscheid (Feb 11, 2010)
Dear Joleen,
We are so sorry for your loss. Frank was a wonderful man with a kind and giving spirit. I know you will miss him and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope that your memories bring you peace and eventually joy. I believe that Frank is now an angel in Heaven now, whistling, puttering, walking with Misty, and watching over all that loved him. You have another guardian angel.
All our love.
--Patty and Roger Wellman (Feb 13, 2010)