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Lowell Thomas “Tommy” Parchman, Sr., age 79, of Erin, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025 at Signature Healthcare of Erin, surrounded by his loving family.
Born May 25, 1946, Tommy devoted several decades of his life to law enforcement, serving his community with honor, strength, and unwavering dedication. As a retired Police Chief and former Sheriff, he earned deep respect for his leadership and the steadfast way he protected the people of Houston County.
Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Betty Parchman, and his brothers, Billy and Bobby Parchman.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy Parchman; his children, Nina Parchman, Beth Garza, Sarah Odom, Thomas Parchman, Jr., and Ashley (Daniel) Arnold; his grandchildren, Zachary Garza, McKenzie (Dalton) Belew, Emily Garza, Ryelee Odom, Jacob Garza, Savannah Odom, Sierra Garza, Aiden Lambert, Levi Arnold, and London Arnold; three great-grandchildren, and his sister, Sara Margaret.
In accordance with his wishes, Tommy will be cremated, and no public services will be held. His family invites those wishing to honor his memory to do so through quiet acts of kindness, community service, or by sharing the many stories of how he touched their lives.
Arrangements are entrusted to Nave Funeral Home, (931) 289-4277, NaveFuneralHomes.com.
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