HAGGIN Thompson Briggs, 70, passed away July 4, 2014. Tom was born September 25, 1943, at St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, KY, to Lewis K. Haggin, a local horse trainer and farmer, and Charlotte B. (Haggin) Johnson. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Peggy Ann Haggin; son Thompson Briggs Haggin, Jr. (31); brother, John Haggin of Lexington; twin sister Artemisia Anderson and younger sister Julia (Haggin) Bonkowski, both of Michigan. Tom graduated from Greenbrier Military School in 1962 and was drafted into the military while attending the University of Kentucky. He served in the Marine Corps for 12 years where he achieved the rank of Gunnery Sergeant. Tom was a Drill Instructor at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, California. He loved to share with family and friends the stories of his time as a drill instructor. Tom later owned and operated Track Services, Inc. for 39 years, a company that provides computerized timing equipment for the auto racing industry. Tom was very privileged to be employed in a business he loved. Four years ago, Tom accepted the amazing grace of Jesus Christ and was baptized at Southland Christian Church. Visitation will be at Milward Funeral Directors, 159 North Broadway in Lexington from 5-8pm Tuesday. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 11am at Church of the Savior, 1301 Brannon Road in Nicholasville with the burial to follow at Lexington Cemetery. Tom loved music. Contributions to K-Love 95.3 FM can be made in honor of Tom in lieu of flowers. www.milwardfuneral.com
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Riding with you while drag racing Semper Fi fellow Gy/Sgt
Mike Leaverton
July 9, 2023
Peggy and Tommy.....I just found out about Tom's passing. He was a huge part of BIR history and success. Many EIPs were consumed (French Silk PIE) after his long drives to MN; spring, summer, fall and an occasional winter! His stories and thoughtful opinions were always appreciated. Many sincere condolonces on your family loss. He is home.
LeAnn Roe
July 23, 2014
Peggy,
Tom was one of the neatest guys when he came to Georgetown High School,
we instantly became life long friends even serving together in the Marine Corps at MCAS Yuma and both reaching the rank of Gunny. I will always remember my first race as Tom ask me to ride with him out on an old country road were his 54 beat a 57 Ford. I will think of him all the days of my life. Semper Fi Tom.
Mike Leaverton
Mike Leaverton
July 8, 2014
Dear Peggy, Tommy and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Debbie Scott
July 7, 2014
Herb USMC
July 7, 2014
Herb USMC
July 7, 2014
God Bless/RIP,to ALL who served."Ask me what I was. For I was,Am and shall forever be a United States MARINE". Thank YOU for your service,Gunny Haggin......... And Semper Fi.
Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC
July 7, 2014
My sincere condolences. I had the pleasure working with Tom both at our family's track (Bunker Hill) and at various events over the years and visiting with him at the RPM Workshops in Daytona. - Jay Hullinger
July 7, 2014
Peggy, Tommy and family -- we are so sorry about Tom's death. We are praying for you all.
David & Patty Raisor
July 7, 2014
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