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Thomas Searles Obituary
Thomas Andrew Searles was born on November 17, 1951 in Albany, GA. He was the third child of Arthur Clarence Searles, Sr. and Virginia Sweatt Searles. He was a graduate of Albany High School and Albany State University. He worked for the Albany Southwest Georgian newspaper, at Turner Job Corps, as a teacher in the Dougherty County School System for many years and as a college professor at Darton College. He was married for 49 years to Teresa Fuller Searles and they had three children, Erikka Searles Mitchell, Dr. Erin J. Searles, and Dr. Thomas A. (April) Searles, Jr. He is survived by his wife, three children, one grandson Aquinas Jasper (AJ) Mitchell and his brother Chris Searles.
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Nyota Tucker
November 28, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the Searles family during this difficult time. As our children were growing up, we often found ourselves in the same place, involved in many of the same activities, and I got to know Thomas, TerrI and the family really well. We could always count on seeing them whenever there was a cultural or enriching event held in town. I remember Thomas’ pride in his children and his devotion to their well-being and success. I will miss his easy smile and pleasant disposition. Our prayers are with the family.
Dr Ronald Goldstein
November 27, 2020
I was so sorry to learn of Tom’s untimely passing. His father, Mr AC Searles was my very first patient before I entered the Army dental corp. He was so appreciative of the smile I gave him and when he retired he gave me credit for helping to change his career. What a great family he had and I am so proud of you all.
My deepest sympathy to the family
Ronald E Goldstein, DDS
Robert Alexander
November 27, 2020
My prayers to Tom’s family during this most difficult time.
The Staff of Willie A. Watkins, Inc.
November 23, 2020
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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