In Memory of

Frances

Gilliam

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Tappen

Obituary for Frances Gilliam - Tappen

Frances Gilliam Tappen, age 97, died Friday, August 17, 2018. She was born in Chuckatuck, Virginia to Raymond Taylor and Mamie (Rosson) Gilliam on July 10, 1921. Frances was a devout Catholic, a member of the alter society and bridge club. She was very active in the community, senior groups and enjoyed aerobic swimming. Frances is preceded in death by her husband of 50 plus years, M.M. Tappen, her parents Raymond and Mamie, sister Nancy Lambdin, son Micheal Tappen, son Lee “Toby” Tappen, granddaughter Carly Covington and great grandson Asher Tappen. Left to cherish her memory are sister Judith Cobb; son Rodney Tappen and wife Donna; daughter Laura Tappen and husband Ron Roberts; many loving grandchildren and great grandchildren along with numerous extended family and friends. Frances was a loving sister, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who will be deeply missed.