Thomas Richard Tharp, 77, of Hahira, died Thursday, August 22, 2024, at the Fellowship Home after a long illness. He was born September 2, 1946, in Valdosta, the son of the late James G. and Billie Gray Tharp. Mr. Tharp retired from Children’s Friend Inc. as Director of Technical Facilities. He also served on the Executive Committee of Children’s Friend Inc. and his contributions to the organization were invaluable even after his retirement. In the past, he enjoyed golf and was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church.
Mr. Tharp is survived by his wife of 45 years, Nelma Tharp of Hahira; two daughters and son-in-law, Cynamon and Kevin Willis of Naylor and Jennifer McDonald of Hahira; his grandchildren, Wyatt Willis and fiancée Bri Missildine of Hahira, Tyler Willis and fiancée Haley Peterson of Valdosta, and Jessica Willis of Jacksonville, Florida; his great-granddaughter, Eloise Willis of Valdosta; a sister and brother-in-law, Diane and Johnny Barber of Texas, and a brother and sister-in-law, Jimmy and Connie Tharp of Welaka, Florida, and many other loving family members.
Services for Thomas Richard Tharp will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 2 p.m. at Crossroads Baptist Church. Pastor Matt Gay will officiate. Interment will follow at McLane Riverview Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the time of services at Crossroads Baptist. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Crossroad Baptist Church Build a Legacy Fund, Langdale Hospice House and/or the Mailbox Club. Online condolences to the family may be sent at www.mclanecares.com. Carson McLane.
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