Birth date: Mar 7, 1948 Death date: Jun 19, 2022
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Michael E. Tapavica age 74 of Stewart Road in Bakersville passed away Sunday June 19, 2022, at the Brian Center Health & Rehab in Spruce Pine. Born in Los Angeles, CA he was the on of the late Michael and Donna Belle Seamonds Tapavica. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Crystal Zorn.Michael served in the US Army and worked as a Carrier for the US Postal Service. He enjoyed sculpting military figures and being apart of Revolutionary War Reenactments and sailing.Left to cherish his memory is his wife Victoria Thornton Tapavica of the home, a daughter, Melissa Nicole Dickman and husband Spencer of Rockhill, SC, grandchildren, Olivia and Emerson Dickman and Savannah and Noelle Zorn and a son in law Aaron Zorn.A celebration of life will be held at a later date in Wisconsin.Words of comfort may be e-mailed to the family by going to our website; www.webbfh.com, selecting Michael Tapavica name and then you may sign his guestbook. Webb Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements for Mr. Tapavica and is honored to be serving the Tapavica family. Mr. Tapavica’s obituary has also been posted on Facebook for viewing.Read Obituary
I first met Michael back in 1980 at the famous Chicago Show. He is still one of the finest military miniaturists ever, and after 40 years of friendship he was and is one of the most talented, and kindest friends I have ever known. God bless you Mike, you will never, ever be forgotten, and will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure to met and know you. Darryl Audette
Mike was the first person to train me at the Lake GENEVA Post Office. I’ll never forget how he did a spin out in the snowfall and said, “ this is the easiest way to do a u-turn!” He also invited me to join he and his friend on his sailboat which was a very fun experience. I will always be thankful I met such a wonderful person.
My condolences. Mike was good man who always had a smile and kind thought for those around him. His sculpted figures were an inspiration to many but his friendship will be my lasting memory.
Dear Vickie & Family,
we are grieving with you in Mike's passing. May you be comforted in knowing that every prayer that was ever prayed for him has now been answered, and he is safe in the arms of Jesus. You all are in our prayers for the Lord to comfort you and give you His peace.
With Love & Sympathy,
Ben & Wilda
So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in his love.
Dear Vicky, Sending love and prayers for peace and comfort to you and yours on Mike's passing. I can picture him now in heaven with Jesus, sculpting angels! Blessings & love, Joann Tisi
Lavonne and I are grieving with you in the loss of Mike. Mike and Vickie were a gift to our church. It was a joy and honor to have served and walked with them as pastor during their Williamsburg years. I remain challenged and encouraged by Mike's persistent upbeat approach to a truly difficult season of life. As a fellow follower of Jesus I now have one more reason to anticipate with joy the Life to come.
Pastor David Lehman, Williamsburg Mennonite Church
May God's love and comfort be with you all as you grieve the loss of Mike who was a remarkable man of great faith.
So sorry to hear of the loss of such a fun, caring, interesting and energetic man. I will never forget how he and Vicki let us use their beautiful log home for Christmas work parties, and how he took the time to bring myself, son and his friend all sailing for the first time. It was kind of scary for me, but he was supportive and kind, and i could see he lived with joy and a childlike awe that has inspired me in my adulthood. He put the boys to work as they were educated in sailing. What a great day that was! Also, just loved the relationship he had with his daughter, my good friend Melissa. Loved hearing the stories of the Revolutionary re enactment they were involved in. Glad he is home with Jesus
