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Obituary For Mr. Thomas Alexander Tillmon

Thomas Alexander Tillmon was born on December 10, 1944, in Thomasville, NC, to the late Thomas E. and Gloria Tillman. As a young man, he attended West Deep Creek School, where he played the sports he loved - basketball and baseball.

After graduating, he served his country in the U.S. Army as a supply officer during the Vietnam War until 1968. After returning home, Thomas met and then married the love of his life, Marite Moore, on December 24, 1968. They went on to have a beautiful family of four children. After many years of loyal service, he retired from Teledyne Allvac in 2008.

Outside of work, Thomas had a passion for baseball and basketball. He spent numerous years as a volunteer coach for Anson County Little and Senior Leagues. In his honor, the Thomas A. Tillmon Award recognizes sportsmanship and community service in baseball. Thomas also served as a high school basketball referee and official for close to 20 years. Throughout the years, Thomas helped shape the lives of countless young men in the community. Through it all he found humor in even the most trying situations, bringing joy to those around him.

Family was of the utmost importance to Thomas. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Marite, and their four children, Eric Tillmon (Sherry) of Huntersville, NC; Darrell Tillmon (Theresa) of Boston, MA; Corey Tillmon (LaFondrae) of Charlotte, NC; and Zaneta Tillmon Broughton (Luther) of Fort Mill, SC.; brother and sisters, Flora Ethel Tillman, Henry Frank Tillman (Irma Jean) and Gloria Murphy (Levi) of High Point, NC, Mezedo Tillmon and Annie Fagain of Wadesboro, NC and six grandchildren, Dorien, Emerie, Chloe, Cameron, Aeidan, and Aerian. He was preceded in death by Mary Ellen Michael, Vanessa Monk, and Benjamin Tillman. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

The Homegoing Services will be on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, 1:00pm, Smith’s Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will follow the service at Westview Memorial Park, Highway 74-West, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Services will be live streamed on Facebook at H.C. Smith Funeral Home.

The Tillmon Family will greet family and friends on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, 12:30-1:00pm and at all times at the residence.

The public viewing will be on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 from 3:30-5:30pm at Smith's Funeral Home.

IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, THE TILLMON FAMILY ASKS THAT YOU MAKE ALL MEMORIAL DONATIONS TO THE ANSON ATHLETIC YOUTH ASSOCIATION.

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Thomas Tillmon Memorial Donation

Per the request of the family, donations can be made to AAYA in Memory of Mr. Thomas Tillmon. We appreciate the many years he served our community and children as an umpire at the Field of Dreams. We appreciate the family, for continuing to embrace the legacy he left at the Field of Dreams.

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Guest Book

My deepest condolences to the entire family. Vivian Kellock, Brenda Kellock -Tillman, Juanita Kellock-Choplin, Carolyn Kellock-Rorie and all of our extended families.

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"Extending my deepest sympathies."

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So very sorry for your loss,prayers to the family. Jean Neal& Family

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Prayers for you all. Sorry for your loss Vesper Boyd

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Prayers going out to you all. Sorry for your lost -Vesper Boyd

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Condolences to the Tillmon Family. We will continue to keep you/your family in our thoughts and prayers. Deacon Horace Buchanon and the Polk Family.

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Darrell, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Praying for you and your entire family during this difficult time. Leticia Lowery

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My deepest sympathy and prayers to the entire family. Delois Lowery

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Sending love, prayers, and deepest condolences to Mrs. Tillman and the Tillman Family. Florita Bell Griffin, Houston, TX

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My deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. May cherished memories bring you comfort during this challenging time. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Nada Daher

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To Mrs.Tillmon and Tillmon boys of Richmond street Corey, Darrell and Eric; and to my friend Zaneta the Pegues family sends our sincere condolences to you and your family. Your father and husband was a wonderful man. Mr. Tillmon will truly be missed!

- Kimberly Pegues

Theresa and Tillmon family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Your ARMIS teammates

- Lisa George

Mr.Tillman was a very special person in my life. He watched and was a official when I played basketball at Bowman High School. He was like part of my family. Thoughts and prayers to the family. Penny Mabe Young....Class of 1975🙏❤️

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Prayers for the family during this difficult time 🙏🙏🙏 Lavenia Fenora

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With Deepest Condolences To The Family: Thomas was my Classmate at West Deep Creek. Always pleasant with an infectious smile. We proudly used the beautiful word Cousin when we greeted each other. A Man Of God Indeed. Rest Peacefully Cousin🕊🌹

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Losing a love one is always a very difficult time, but knowing Jesus will take care of you will give you comfort. Cherish the love and memories. Praying for the Family. Preston Waddell

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May you find comfort and peace as you grieve.

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Thomas (James). My special name for You. I called You James so much I was beginning to believe that was your name. Your friendship meant a lot to me. I know your family is going to miss you, but they know you are whole again, no more pain. They will be in my prayers .

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"Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning. – PSALM 30:5 Eric, you and your family have my deepest condolences. I pray for your comfort and strength---Tiffany Jacobs

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Eric, Sorry for the loss of your father. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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So very sorry for your loss. May God continue to strengthen you. Thomasina Montgomery

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Sending thoughts and prayers to the Tillmon family With my condolences, Courtnie Bruce

- Courtnie Tower

HE WAS A GREAT MAN. A FATHER FIGURE, A UNCLE, AND A FRIEND. HE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY. GOD SPEED. CONDELENCES TO THE FAMILY. TIM BORDEN

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Marite, you and your family have my deepest condolences on the passing of Thomas. May God continue to give all of you peace and comfort, in such a time as this.....Rev. Carolyn Bennett

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Our families have so many good memories of our sons playing baseball together. Thomas was a great guy and will surely be missed. We send our deepest condolences to all his family. Joe and Lou McCollum

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My sincerest condolences to the Tillmon Family. My the Lord bless you & offer peace in this difficult time. Tony Hanes

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Thomas was a fine man. Lots of memories of him and the boys all playing ball. So sorry for y'all's loss.🙏

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Sending love and prayers to the Tillmon Family from Nagatna Joseph and Family.

- Nagatna Joseph

Eric, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Sincerely, Wanda

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My condolences to the Tillmon family! You all are in my prayers. Yvette Powell and family

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Condolences To The Tillman Family & Friends. Rest In Paradise Thomas "aka" Billy 🕊️ Barbara A. Ratliff & Family Class of '66 WDCHS

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My condolences to the Tillman family Mae Richardson &Family

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Sorry for the loss of your love one. My classmate and friend for years. My sincere condolences to the family.

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I am sorry for your loss I'm praying for the family.Annie McNeil Robinson

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Sincerest condolences to the Tillmon Family - may God keep and comfort you all during this difficult time.

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Sending up prayers for the family as you say your last good bye. May you find peace in knowing that our Loving God knows best. We are sorry for your loss. Reading the Twenty Third Psalm may give you peace and comfort you . God bless all of you. Love , Barnia and Sidney Young

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Sorry for the loss of Mr. Tillmon. Wishing the family comfort, peace and blessings. Angela Kemp

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Condolences to the Thomas Tillmon family. Dianne Gatewood

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Prayers 🙏 for the family. Lonnie Taylor

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Rest in Peace Big Brother! from Henry(Bobby)Tillman.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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