Thomas "Tom" Robert Richmond

1952 - 2026

Thomas "Tom" Robert Richmond obituary, 1952-2026, Knocville, TN

Thomas "Tom" Robert Richmond

1952 - 2026

BORN

1952

DIED

2026

Thomas "Tom" Richmond Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 7, 2026.
Thomas "Tom" Robert Richmond, 73, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at his home on January 28, 2026, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. Known for his unwavering positivity and humor, Tom's spirit touched everyone he met. He is now in Heaven with Jesus, free from suffering, and experiencing only what we can imagine.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Ruth Richmond. He is survived by his devoted wife of 46 years, Chris Richmond; daughter, Laura (Matthew) Walters; and granddaughter, Evelyn Louise Walters; sister, Beth (Jon) Couch and children, Cynthia (Jason) Bray, Jon Jr. (Lisa) Couch, Mike Couch; sister, Jane (John) Chilton and son, Lewis (Jacqueline) Chilton; sister-in-law, Carol Shorter Hart and children: Anna Hart, Alex (Hannah) Hart and Adam Hart; along with several great-nieces and great-nephews.

A memorial service celebrating Tom's remarkable life will be held on February 19, 2026, at 2 PM at West Park Baptist Church, with visitation from 1 to 2 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to CedarBrook Outreach at 8833 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 37923.

To view Tom's full obituary please visit www.berryhighlandmemorial.com

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5315 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919

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