Thomas Edward Stivers

Thomas Edward Stivers obituary, Benton, KY

Thomas Edward Stivers

Thomas Stivers Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Collier Funeral Home - Benton on Mar. 8, 2025.

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Thomas Edward Stivers, 60 of Benton, Kentucky died on Friday, March 7, 2025, at Baptist Health in Paducah, Kentucky.
Born Tuesday, June 2, 1964 in Hammond, Indiana, he was the son of the late Edward Stivers and the late JoAnn Schillo Barnes. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
Surviving is his wife of 40 years, Elizabeth Brown Stivers; his son, Thomas Dewey Stivers (Kari) of Benton, KY; sister, Shelia Mills of Hammond, IN; and grandchildren, Ayden Pierce, Ann Marie Pierce and Easton Stivers.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Barbara Stivers.
There will be a graveside service on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm at Provine Cemetery in the Briensburg Community with Rev. Richie Clendenen officiating. All family and friends are welcome to attend.
Arrangements are being handled by Collier Funeral Home and Cremation Services located at 211 West 5th Street Benton, KY 42025. 270-527-3141.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations can be made in Thomas' honor to the Marshall County Humane Society 6301 US HWY 68 East Benton, KY 42025.
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