Thomas Franklin Harper, 49, was born on June 13, 1963, and went to be with our precious Lord & Savior Jesus Christ on November 8, 2012. He was preceded in death by his Mother, Dessie Mae Harper, Brother, Eddie, and Sister, Debbie Douglas. Tommy is survived by his father Gene; sons, Andy (Amanda), and Tony (Kelly); 7 grandchildren; 3 brothers, Mike (Sarah), Ricky (Julie), and Chris (Saidy); 2 sisters, Tammy (Robby) Kemp, and Tina (Eddie) Higginbotham, and sister-In-law, Debbie; also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, and many wonderful friends. And we can't forget his best friend, Butterbean! Tommy loved spending time with his family! The family wishes to acknowledge, with deep appreciation, the many expressions of love, concern and kindness shown to them during this hour of bereavement. May God Bless you, and keep you! The Harper Family. The family Visitation to greet friends will be held on Wednesday, from 6:00pm until 8:00pm, November14, 2012 at Hardage-Giddens Town & Country Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL. 32205. Funeral Service will held on Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 3:30pm, Old Plank Baptist Church of Jacksonville, FL. Burial will be held at Riverside Memorial Park, Jacksonville, FL.
