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Thomas Childers Obituary

Thomas M. Childers GRANITE FALLS, N.C. - A graveside service celebrating the life of Thomas M. Childers will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 7, 2013, at Rocky Spring United Methodist Church in Hiddenite, North Carolina. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at Bass-Smith Funeral Home in Hickory, North Carolina. Mr. Childers died on Sunday, February 3, 2013. Surviving are his daughter, Sharon C. Williams, and son-in-law, the Honorable H. Bruce Williams, of Columbia, South Carolina. He was the proud grandfather of Elizabeth Margaret (Meg) Williams and Anne Carlisle Williams, also of Columbia. Also surviving are Mr. and Mrs. Wayne (Catherine) Walker, Dr. and Mrs. Michael (Nancy) Heafner, and Mr. and Mrs. David (Addie) Lawing and great nephews Chris (Allison) Walker, David Walker, and Mike (Cathy) Heafner. Mr. Childers was the son of the late Marvin Childers and Tressie Elizabeth Walden Childers. He attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and served in World War II and the Korean conflict. During his professional life, he served in municipal government and was involved in the furniture and transportation industries. Those who were blessed to know him will remember him for his love of family, friends, and his country. Many individuals benefitted from his kindness and generosity. He was passionate about golf, hunting, and a good cigar. Mr. Childers was described by his colleagues as a man who was the perfect example of a person who lived by the Golden Rule. He believed true friendship was one of life's greatest achievements, and people were his greatest enjoyment. Mr. Childers' family would like to extend their gratitude to G.P. Deal, Chester Townsend, Vestal Brittain, and Larry Wagoner for their encouragement, support, and friendship to "Tom." In addition, his family wishes to thank Dr. Gregory Jones and his staff at Blue Ridge Healthcare Cancer Center for their compassionate medical care. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rocky Springs United Methodist Church, 4161 Rocky Springs Road, Hiddenite, North Carolina, 28636, or to Be the Match Foundation, P.O. Box 5976, Columbia, South Carolina, 29250. Online contributions may also be made at www.bethematchfoundation.org/goto/savingsc. Tom Childers was a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and friend -- the epitome of a southern gentleman. He was a very special person and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.bass-smithfuneralhome.com. Bass-Smith Funeral Home & Crematory in Hickory is serving the family of Thomas M. Childers.

Published by The State on Feb. 6, 2013.
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Tom was a good person and will be missed by many. I see him in heaven playing 18 wonderful holes of golf, RIP Buddy

Peedie Montgomery

February 8, 2013

Mr. Childers worked for my family for many years @ Sharpe Motor Lines. In sales, always a gentleman. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Frank Sharpe

February 7, 2013

Uncle Tommy's picture should be in the dictionary under "perfect uncle". He made each of us feel so special. He always had a smile and kind word for everyone. He will be greatly missed.

February 6, 2013

I salute your veteran. My condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.

February 6, 2013

Tom always had his cigar in hand and a smile on his face for my little girl from the day she was born. Whether it was a fruit cake for Christmas, a dollar for the baby or veggies from the garden or sometimes just a few minutes to make sure the house was up to par, you knew he cared about people. He treated our family with respect and kindness. Tom had a heart of Gold and we all were Blessed to know him.

The thoughts and prayers of our family are with you all in your time of sorrow.

Lula Camp

February 6, 2013

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