Thomas Averett

One of the best teachers I ever had. In our small deep southern high school, he taught us critical thinking while teaching our government classes. Unheard of at the time. High school students in Alabama could really use him now. He was a progressive thinker and gave us skills that, if we were paying attention, carried well into our adult lives. Along with the literature I read as a youngster, TR, as we called him, helped to make me politically aware and thoughtful.

I am so sorry to hear of Tom Roy's passing. I am the cousin who sent the notices of the Averett Reunion held in Florida. My grandmother, Mamie Averett Hollister was Tom Roy's aunt. I don't know if he ever knew her as she passed in 1950. I was only 4yrs. old but I do remember Great Uncle Tom Averett. My email is [email protected] if you are interested in communicating.

A great loss of a wonderful friend, second father, and always a teacher. We truly loved him. Maria & David Spies

I am a friend of tom and a long time care giver which makes me feel like family & he will truly be missed , he was kind very giving and all who knew him loved him . He made it a point to get to know all his neighbors who really appreciated him & the things he did to help them and any who asked for his help . Tom's hands were not short , he embraced everyone and they too did likewise toward him . All who knew him couldn't help but to love him not just for what he could do for them but for the...

Mr Averett taught me to think independently, review and weigh sources of information for myself. His positive influence in my life continues today. He will always be my favorite Theodore High School teacher.

Mr. Averett was always a delight to be around when coming to our office. We will miss him!

Hey Tom , Your Dearly Missed ): You Were Very Special To Alot Of People . You Were Kind , Very Giving & Would Do Anything To Help People ! RIP , Love Aalaysia ?

Hey! This was one of my favorite classes and teachers. I can picture us all in class even now. See you later Mr. Averett.