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1952
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Tommy Estess Obituary
Talmadge Lee Estess, Jr. was born on October 18, 1952, in Greenville, MS, to Talmadge Lee Estess, Sr. and Julia Mary Landi. He was raised in Tupelo, MS. During high school, Tommy worked as a disc jockey at his father's radio station, WTUP, where he was known by his call name "T.Tommy." He graduated in 1971.
After high school, Tommy married and welcomed his daughter, Landi, in 1981. He moved to Texas in 1984 and settled in Edgewood in 1996. On February 14, 2016, he married Joanette Reid in Canton.
Tommy was the founder and owner of Hydro Blasting and Safety Striping, serving the Dallas area until his retirement in 2020. In retirement, he enjoyed life to the fullest, spending time with family at the lake house or on Lake O' the Pines. He especially loved the outdoors at his place on Caddo Lake and treasured boating with his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Talmadge and Julia Estess; half-sister, Lydia "Dimples" Wetherington; nephew, Brian Estess; and former wife, Debbie Estess; as well as in-laws, Howard and Ann Reid.
Tommy is survived by his wife, Joanette Estess of Edgewood, TX; daughter, Landi Stewart and husband Nick of Edgewood, TX; stepchildren, Lee Foster and wife Katrina of Fruitvale, TX, and Holley Foster of Athens, TX; brothers, Charles Estess and wife Sheila of Becker, MS, Joe Estess and wife Kim of Tupelo, MS, and Kline Estess and wife Dawn of Laurel, MS; and his best friend, Jimmy Vail of Hattiesburg, MS.
He is also survived by grandchildren, Riley White, Rorey Stewart, Lane Goodson, Bryleigh Goodson, Colton Goodson, Tristan Taylor and wife Caitlyn, Mattie Copeland and husband Matthew; great-grandchildren, Montana Taylor, Cami Taylor, and Tyler Copeland; his beloved fur baby, Stella; along with his brothers-in-law, Ron Reid and wife Julie of Ft. Worth, TX, and Gerald Reid and wife Diane of Edgewood, TX.
Family to plan private memorial service at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Hiett's LyBrand Funeral Home in Wills Point, TX.
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Becky Tate Cade
July 26, 2025
I am so sorry about Tommy´s death. He was always a good friend from home (Tupelo). My condolences to Charles, Sheila, Tommy´s wife, daughter and family! Praising the Lord he is no longer suffering but knowing he will be missed by them and his friends!
Jenny Trock
July 25, 2025
So sorry to hear about Tommy´s passing. He and my daddy shared a birthday and always vied to see who could be first to call the other to offer birthday wishes.
Praying for his family and for all who loved him.
Tina Carlisle
July 25, 2025
Deepest condolences. Have such wonderful memories of our boating days at Lake Texoma.
Kenneth Webb
July 25, 2025
Joanette and Landi,
I got to know Tommy shortly after high school, and we stayed in touch since he moved from Tupelo in 1984. In our younger days we rode dirt bikes and would water ski together. We had some great and fun times together. I will certainly be missing him, but I´m glad that he is not suffering any longer. God bless.
Kenneth J Webb
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