of Helena, AR
October 8, 1927 - December 17, 2014
Gloria Young Tappan, 87, of Helena, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2014 in Helena. Mrs. Tappan was born October 8, 1927 at Helena to the late Charles M. and Estelle Mae Colhouer Young. She attended Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Virginia where she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Music. She was a homemaker, retired teacher, gift shop owner, and member of St. John's Episcopal Church. Being a lifelong resident of Helena, she enjoyed many friends that shared her love of nature, literature, arts and St. Johns. She especially enjoyed sharing time with her family.
Mrs. Tappan is survived by five sons, James A. Tappan, Jr. (Kristen) of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Charles M. Tappan (Brooke) of Helena, David A. Tappan (Devora) of Batesville, Arkansas, John C. Tappan (Debbie) of Greensboro, North Carolina and Philip A. Tappan (Gina) of Little Rock, Arkansas; twelve grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, James A. ''Jimmy'' Tappan; three sisters and three brothers.
Memorial services for Gloria Young Tappan will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, December 22, 2014 at St. John's Episcopal Church in Helena. Father Russ Snapp and Father Danny Schieffler will officiate. The Family will receive guests immediately following the memorial service at the church.
Memorials may be offered to St. John's Episcopal Church, 625 Pecan Street, Helena, Arkansas 72342.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena (870) 572-2571.
I will always remember her bright smile and kind ways..I'm so sorry I was not able to make the service. Please accept my condolence. Jo
This is not right. The world should not be without Gloria Tappan. She made us feel loved. I will carry in my heart her bright, twinkling eyes and honest smile. Gloria shines even brighter now, in heaven. May God comfort her family and all of us blessed to know her.
The loss of a parent, especially one as sweet and gracious as Aunt Gloria, creates such a loss in the lives of so many. She was a wonderful and elegant lady, and the family and friends have many, many memories upon which to reflect, and when the pain subsides, these memories will bring smiles, laughter, and yes, some tears...
To my cousins, Tami and I are so very sorry for your loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you!
So sorry about this sweet lady. She was such a pleasure to be around. I know she will be missed by everyone that the gift of her in their life. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers, Love, Henry and Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Gloria was a wonderful, loving, gracious, and inspirational woman. She touched many lives, including ours. Thank you, Gloria, for making us feel like family. We love you.
Boys, we remember when each and every one of you were born and have nothing but fond memories of vivacious Gloria! Our condolences, The Dinning Family
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted
So sorry to hear about Gloria. My prayers are with your family.
May your happy memories overshadow this sad time. Prayers are offered up asking for your strength during this time.
Tappan brothers. I am deeply saddened by the passing of your mom. I will always consider her a great friend and as a second mom while growing up in Helena.
Phillip Gina and family, our sincere condolences for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Although many miles have kept us apart for all these 50+ years, we will always have such wonderful memories of the times "the Florida Tappans" spent with the "Helena Tappans." There could not have been a more gracious and welcoming person to our family, than Gloria. What a treat it was to be able to spend time with those five terrific boys that were raised so beautifully by Gloria and Jimmy. We will all miss her, as I know all of you will.
My love and prayers to all that loved her.
Aunt Lynda
So sorry for your loss... My thoughts and prayers are with you
Such a sweet, gracious lady that we will remember fondly. Our prayers are with the family.
Charlie and Brooke, Brad and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie's mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the family. Brad and Kathy
Tappen family ,
You are in our prayers . Sorry for your loss.
Pat & Romey Clark
My prayers are with the family. Mrs. Tappan leaves a wonderful legacy.
Prayers and thoughts are with all of the Tappsn family & friends,
Robert & Betty Ann Scaife
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family ....
Gloria was a dear friend and a most special person. She was my children's first kinder garden teacher. Helena was a better place because of Gloria and Jim. The family are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim Diane Marla Caren & Adam.
I am so sorry for your loss. Gloria was a wonderful lady, with a kind heart and beautiful sole. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Tappan Family:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mrs. Tappan. What a wonderful and gracious lady we have lost. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this time.
David,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
More than an aunt, more than a friend . . . an inspiration, guide, model, dearly loved and missed.