Charles Edward Tapp, 70, of Nebo, KY, passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at his home.

He was born on April 6, 1952, in Madisonville, KY, to the late Mary Elizabeth Arnold Tapp and John J.C. Calvin Tapp. Charles grew up a farm boy in Nebo, KY, but went on to become a valued member of Gulf-Chevron Mining Co. management team, working the majority of years at Colonial Mine in Kentucky and York Canyon, N.M. After retirement, Charles went back as a maintenance consultant and enjoyed working with his Chevron mining friends at several locations. He truly enjoyed spending time on the Kentucky farm with his granddaughters, nieces, and nephews. His favorite days were the yearly family farm day and the many Thanksgiving Day gatherings with the family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Jenny Tapp; and brother, Johnny Tapp.

Survivors include his wife of forty-nine years, Brenda Purdy Tapp of Nebo; daughter, Brandi (Charles) Moon of Greensboro, NC; sister, Martha Arnold Frisch of Louisville, KY; granddaughters, Heather (Nathan) Spencer, Hannah (Jacob Primm) Williamson, Lauren Moon, all of Greensboro, NC; and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 19, 2023, in the chapel of Harris Funeral Home with Bro. Patrick Yates and Bro. George Brooks officiating. Burial to follow at Nebo Cemetery in Nebo.

Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Saturday and from 12 p.m. until the funeral hour on Sunday at the funeral home.

Pallbearers are Bob Helm, Jerry Ipock, John Ruddell, John D. Ruddell, Troy Tapp, and Matt Tapp. Honorary pallbearer is Jacob Tapp.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Charles' memory to the Madisonville Salvation Army, 805 McCoy Avenue, Madisonville, KY 42431 or Samaritan Purse of NC at https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/donate-online/