Thomas Wilbur Echols Jr.

God grant that I may fish, until my dying day.

and when at last I come to rest, I'll then most humbly pray.

When in his landing net I lie in final sleep,

that in his mercy I'll be judged good enough to keep.

Dear Theo and family: Hal and I are deeply saddened by Rock's passing. He was always such a happy, pleasant person and we loved to see him fishing out on the lake or out working in the yard. You have our very deepest sympathy. Your lake neighbors---Beverly Haws and Hal Wahle.

Oh Theo, we were so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. You have our sincere loving thoughts and prayers as you deal with this loss. Our hearts are sad for you but happy that he will suffer no more. Nancy and Phyllis

I am so sorry to hear of Rock's passing. He was a truly wonderful person. He was always fun, laughing, and joking. My deepest condolences to all of his family and friends. I am so sorry I could not make it down for his service. May peace be with all of you.

Please rest in peace my friend from all the folks at Jones Kinden. You were a fine man and will be missed!

I grew up next door to the Echols family and for years and years, I was not even aware that his real name was Thomas - I've always known him as Rock.
I have very fond memories of Rock, his parents and siblings. Theo - you possess such grace in how you handle life and love and I am in awe.
I am so sorry that I missed the calling hours - my heart was in Canal Fulton as were my thoughts.
What a wonderful life and what a great man.
Nancy (Webb) Allshouse

Very sad to hear of Rocks passing. I also worked with him @ Manchester Tool. He always had a smile on his face & was there for advice. Rock was a great guy & will be dearly missed by all. My sympathy & prayers are with the family.

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Rock. He was my boss at Manchester Tool at one time and I am so glad I had the pleasure of knowing him. He would always listen to us and help us whenever we needed and we truly appreciated it. My sympathy goes out to Theo, his children and his family. He will be missed.

Rock was a great guy, good and honest employee,(from years past) and a real man I was proud to know.