Sep 27, 1929 - Feb 19, 2014
What an inspiration the marriage of Thomas and my cousin Rowena has always been to me and countless other people. They have been a shining example to others. Losing Thomas leaves a terrible void in the lives of those who knew and loved him, especially the lives of Rowena, Mike, Mark, and Mary Kay. We send our deepest sympathy to you all and you will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Davis
February 27, 2014 | Sheffield, AL
Rowena, so sorry to hear of your loss.
Have missed seeing you. Take care of
yourself. Thinking of you.
Mary Ellen Ahlstrom
February 24, 2014 | FL
Dear Family,
Thank you for allowing us to support you during this time. Our sincere condolences are with you, and we wish you comfort and peace, as you make your way. We are here for you.
Vicki Goldston
Bereavement Coordinator
HOSPICE OF THE SHOALS
February 24, 2014
We have pleasant childhood memories of the Kilgoar family at Wesley Memorial and as neighbors. May God fill your hearts with wonderful memories during this time of sorrow and adjustment.
Gatus & Sue Cheatham
February 23, 2014 | Tuscumbia, AL
Bill and Dot Vance send our sincere sympathy.
February 22, 2014
Ms Rowena,Extending my deep sympathy to you and family.Mr Tom is missed!I pray for your peace and comfort.
Blessings,
Sadie
sadie king
February 22, 2014 | Muscle Shoals, AL
Sorry for your loss. Worked with Tom many
enjoyable hours in the 50's at Reynolds.
He was a fine and honest man.
Jim Berry
February 21, 2014
Keeping you in our prayers.
Mike and Sonya Witt
February 21, 2014 | Tuscumbia, AL
So sorry for your loss. May God's spirit be with you. Reba and I have enjoyed your fellowship since joining First Methodist. I will especially miss my conversations and visits with Thomas at our Wednesday meals and bible study. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family. With Christian love Bob and Reba Glasgow Muscle Shoals
February 21, 2014
Thomas Heflin Kilgoar, born on September 27, 1929, departed this life on February 19, 2014.Thomas was born in Franklin County, Alabama on September 27, 1929 as the only child of Thomas Britton and Eula Batchelor Kilgoar. He worked in McAfee Drug Store in Haleyville from the time he was 12 years old until he graduated from Haleyville High School in 1947.Thomas (a service connected disabled veteran) served his country during the Korean War from 1950 to 1952 with the 107th Truck Transportation Company from Haleyville, Alabama. Upon returning to Haleyville, he worked at Haleyville Textile Mills.Thomas and Rowena were married July 25, 1953 in luka, MS. After the birth of their first son, Michael, Thomas returned to college. He graduated from Florence State College in 1957 with a B. S. degree in chemistry. He worked the night shift at Reynolds Metals Company while attending college full time and made the Dean's List each semester.Thomas retired from Reynolds Metals Company after 35 years of service. He volunteered at Shoals Hospital, belonged to the Muscle Shoals Optimist Club, was a member of the American Legion Post 31 for more than 44 years, and a member of Tuscumbia First United Methodist Church where he was a member of the Ethel Gary Sunday School Class.The Kilgoars lived at Colbert Heights while they raised their children, but moved to Muscle Shoals in 1995.Surviving are his wife, Rowena Lovett Kilgoar and children, Thomas Michael Kilgoar, Mary Kay Kilgoar Wright and Mark Wyatt Kilgoar, (Tammy); grandchildren; Jennifer Kilgoar Welch (Trey), Thomas Caleb Kilgoar, and Sarah Grace Kilgoar as well as three special cousins: JoAnn Kilgoar Whitten, Tommie Jackson Cantrell (Brock) and Jerry Jackson (Janice).A celebration of his life will be held at First United Methodist Church in Tuscumbia, Alabama at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 22, 2014. The family will receive friends from 10:00 am to 11:00 at the church.A private graveside service will be conducted by the surviving members of the 107th Truck Transportation Company at Littleville Community Cemetery in Winston County, AL.
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