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Thomas Weldon Gaither Sr.

1925 - 2014

Thomas Weldon Gaither Sr. obituary, 1925-2014, North Richland Hills, TX

BORN

1925

DIED

2014

Thomas Gaither Obituary

Thomas Weldon Gaither Sr., born to Bob and Leland Gaither on Aug. 30, 1925, in Fort Worth, departed this world in the arms of his Savior on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014. Memorial service: 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Luke United Methodist Church in Haltom City, where Weldon was a faithful member for over 40 years. "Beyond the gates our loved one finds happiness and rest, and there is comfort in the thought that a loving God knows best."--author unknown Survivors: Loving wife of 67 years, Beverly Anderson Gaither; son, Tom Gaither and his wife, Jeanice, of North Richland Hills; daughter, Janice Gaither of North Richland Hills; grandchildren, Misty Gaither-Brodie, Neil Gaither, both of North Richland Hills, and Lindsey Thomas-Williams of Johnson City, Tenn.; and great-grandchildren, Dylon Gaither of Colleyville and Lexie Williams of Johnson City, Tenn.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Dec. 30, 2014.

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Debby Hancock Reeves

January 2, 2015

Beverly thank you for calling me today about Weldon. Many memories from my childhood include both of you.

Dan Dowell

December 30, 2014

So sorry to hear of Weldon's passing. He was one of my favorite people and always had a kind word. He will be greatly missed.

Chris Brodie

December 30, 2014

Sorry for the loss. He was a sweet man. Bright and funny. I will always remember the picture of him waking from sleep to find his fingernails were painted. Good memories. I will miss him.

Beckie Ballard Holt

December 30, 2014

Sad to hear the news of Weldon's passing. Thinking of fond childhood memories with the Gaithers. Covering you all in prayers.

Terri Davilla

December 30, 2014

Praying comfort and peace for the Gaither family.

Misty Brodie

December 29, 2014

Poppy, you were a good man and you will be missed dearly.

Chris Brodie

December 29, 2014

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I liked Weldon, he was kind to me and will not forget him. He was one of those people who had great stories and it was just nice to be around him.

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