CWO (Ret) Tommy C.
Sikes
December 5, 1940-
December 24, 2015
Columbus, GA- CWO (Retired) Tommy C. Sikes, 75, of Columbus, GA., born on December 5, 1940 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away on December 24, 2015 with his wife and five children at his side.
A private viewing for the family and close friends will be held at St. Anne's Church on Wednesday, December 30th, 2015 from 4 – 6pm. A funeral mass open to the public, will follow the viewing at 6.30pm in the main church. A private military memorial service will be held at Ft. Benning at the Main Post cemetery on Thursday, December 31st at 1pm.
Mr. Sikes joined the USMC in 1958, where he proudly served until 1962. Mr. Sikes then joined the United States Army where he served 21 years of highly decorated service as a member of Special Forces (Green Berets) and Army Rangers. Mr. Sikes served in countless missions for his country to include seven campaigns in Vietnam. He was the recipient of many honors. A Silver Star; Bronze Star Medal w/2d OLC; Bronze Star Medal w/"V" device; Two Purple hearts; Parachutist badge (101st Airborne Div.); National Defense Service Medal; Vietnam Service medal; Army Commendation Medal with "V" device; Combat Medal Badge; four O/S Bars; Meritorious Unit Citation; Presidential unit Citation; USMC; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (Lebanon); Meritorious Service medal; Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award). He was a graduate of Baylor University where he received his Physician's Assistant degree/license. After retiring from active duty, Mr. Sikes worked as a Physician's Assistant for Martin Army Hospital. He spent a majority of his time serving his fellow soldiers at the Troop Medical Clinics on Ft. Benning. He was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church and a member of the NRA.
Tommy is survived by his by his wife of 41 years, Patricia Ann Sikes, and their five children and eight grandchildren: Elizabeth Maria Chappuis (mother of Sophia Marie Chappuis) of Atlanta, GA; Thomas Jonathan Sikes and his wife Lauren (parents of Whitley Marie and Mallory Kate Sikes) of Midland, GA; John Wesley Sikes and his wife Bethney (parents of Justice Nathan Wright and Brooklyn Georg Barrett) of Cataula, GA; Justin Raphael Sikes (father of Justin Raphael Sikes, Jr. and Nolan Tommy Sikes) of Columbus, GA; and Dr. Bernadette Sikes Wood and her husband Shiel (parents of Fay Ann Wood) of Greenville, SC.

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Published by Ledger-Enquirer on Dec. 29, 2015.

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Marian Tate

December 30, 2015

Dear Pat and family, my heart and prayers go out to each and everyone of you. Tom was a great man, kind, smart, funny, interesting and a great patriot! I really liked, loved and enjoyed him! May God wrap you in His warm, loving and healing embrace. Love you dearly, Marian

Lt Col John Heidenreich

December 30, 2015

Aunt Pat,

We are so deeply sorry to hear about the loss of Tom. Our thoughts are with you and the entire family as you mourn and celebrate his life. I am honored to be following his lead serving our country. Love and prayers

Ron and Beverly Buchanan

December 30, 2015

Pat and family,
We share the burden of your loss. Tom was a great husband, father, soldier, and friend. He will be missed by many.
Although you must bear the pain of losing him, we know your faith is strong and know the Lord Jesus will provide you comfort and peace beyond all understanding!
I hope these words will resonate in your heart: "Praise You Father, Bless You Jesus, Holy Spirit thank You for being here, being near."
Our love and prayers,

Ali Garab

December 30, 2015

Bernie,

My thoughts are with you, your sweet mother, and the rest of the Sikes family during this difficult time. I have fond memories of your dad cheering for us on the soccer field and giving me positive encouragement and life advice off the field. He was a wonderful, caring, and generous man and he instilled those same attributes in his children, especially you, B.

Love,
Ali

Deena Bell- Llewellyn

December 30, 2015

Even though we did not have the opportunity to meet Mr. Sikes in person, we heard what a fantastic man and father he was through Elizabeth. We are all so grateful of his years of service to our country. We pray for his soul to rest in peace. Much love-

Eileen, loving oldest sister of Patty Sikes

Eileen Smith

December 30, 2015

Patty, we are with you in spirit, as you lay your dear Tom to eternal rest. Please assure each of your children that they are in our prayers and that we will always be grateful for the service that their dad gave to our country. Love, Eileen

Maria O'Malley

December 29, 2015

Pat, my prayers are with you and your family. May Jesus be your comfort and consolation during this time of grieve. Please take care and let me know of anything I can do. Offering prayers up for Tom and strength for you and your children. God bless.

December 29, 2015

Bernadette,
Please know that you and your dear family are in our prayers and thoughts. We pray that you find strength and comfort through your faith, family, friends, and fond memories of your dad. He was a man of great faith and an exceptional person and father who lives on through his family and many others.

Love,
Oby, Debbie and Garrison

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