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Thomas Black Obituary
Maryville, TN
Thomas (Tommy) Black passed peacefully at home in the early morning hours of November 14, 2017 at the age of 72. He was a resident of Blount County. Tommy loved fishing, boating, and water skiing. He was preceded in death by: Parents, Arthur & Mildred Black. He is survived by: Wife of 53 years, Brenda Pierce Black; Daughters, Debbie Black and Kim Black Phillips. He dearly loved his grandchildren, Brycen, Madison & Mason. Special thanks to UT Hospice, especially Pam Blocker and caretaker Louise Loan. Family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM, Thursday, November 16, 2017 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Family and friends will assemble for graveside service and interment at 12:00 Noon, Friday, November 17, 2017 at East Maryville Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Cotton Kelly officiating. Pallbearers will be Eric Clayton, Charlie Kriehn, Harold Teffeteller, Donnie Teffeteller, Cotton Kelly and Kenny Kane. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com.
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Sharon Kelly
November 9, 2019
As I cross the river bridges and pass closely to the waters edge of our beautiful area lakes, my thoughts immediately turn to my dear friend Tom. I still sorely miss him today.
I could write a book of memories about my Tom and I....literally hundreds of honey buns, nutty buddy bars, and thermos' of coffee during those hundreds of fishing trips.
One pound bags of M & M's and family size bags of chips as we watched a good TV movie as the wives went to a local bingo parlor!
One thing I can assure those that remain and miss Tommy so much.....he dearly loved his family. Like me, he may not have been real good at verbally expressing his love for them, but in our many conversations that great love for family was so real.
Continue to plow through the smooth waters Tom .....no more sand bars to dodge, no more channel markers to miss, not more floating logs and debris to go around, smooth waters! I'll come aboard with you before too long!
Cotton
Cecelia Lindsey
November 16, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Remember both of you with very fond memories. God be with you and I will be praying for you.
Beverly Hall
November 16, 2017
All our hearts are broken having to say goodbye to one of the most kindness, loving spirited human beings ever!! Tommy, you will always remain in our hearts and minds forever!! We will see you again one day, my forever brother n love.
Doris Darden
November 16, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Terry Clark
November 15, 2017
Tommy was a great guy and neighbor. Sorry to hear of his passing. Condolences to Brenda and the rest of the family.
Cotton Kelly
November 15, 2017
Not only a great fishing buddy, but a very dear friend!!
You will be sorely missed partner!
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