Published October 24, 2026
We regret to advise of the death of Harold Cecil "Bus" Tapp of Kimberly BC on 17 November 2011 at the age of 89.
Bus was born in Biggar SK. As a young man, Bus served with the Royal Canadian Engineers in Europe during the Second World War. Soon after returning to Canada, he married his childhood sweetheart and moved to Kimberley.
Bus was very active in his community. He was an Alderman in Kimberley for many years, and a Director at the Regional District. He supported the credit Union, coached Little League, was a Boy Scout leader, United Church Elder and a Mine Rescue Competitor.
A memorial service will be held in the McPherson Funeral Chapel in Cranbrook on Saturday, 26 November at 1:00 PM. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at the funeral home, www.mcphersonfh.com.