John Edward Tapp, 52, of Garden City, Ga., died Friday, August 28, 2015 at his residence, under the care of Hospice Savannah, surrounded by family and friends, after a long battle with cancer.
Born in Tripoli, Africa, John was a 1981 graduate of Sandalwood High School in Jacksonville, Florida and was employed as a police officer at Georgia Ports Authority until shortly before his death and with the Effingham County Sheriff's Office from 1998-2007. He was known for his integrity, loyalty, and dedication to his wife, family, friends, employers and co-workers and was admired and respected by anyone who knew him. John had a passion for flying and often spent time soaring the skies with his wife, family and friends before his illness.
He is survived by his wife, Lisa Tapp, of Savannah, a son, Austin Tapp of Rincon, his mother, Rebecca Tapp of Rincon and a brother, Eric Tapp (Lori) of Chesapeake, Virginia and a number of nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 2 - 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2015 in the Chapel of Riggs Funeral Home, in Springfield, Ga.
Memorial Service: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept 1, 2015 in the Chapel of Riggs Funeral Home, in Springfield, Ga..
The family has requested that in lieu of flowers a donation be made to the American Cancer Society in John's name.