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Tom Poplin
1947 - 2025
BORN
1947
DIED
2025
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Tom Poplin Obituary
Aug 28, 1947 - Oct 2, 2025
Tom Poplin of Yadkin County and of Elkin died at his home on the 2nd of October, 2025. His death was hastened by a neurological condition caused by exposure to Agent Orange while serving in combat with the 101st Airborne Division in the Republic of Vietnam in 1968-1969. His parents were Alta Wagoner Poplin and James Hazel Poplin of Bryant Road in Boonville, NC. He is survived by his wife Jilda, and his children: Hiram (Savannah), Walter (Celena), Winston (Amber), George, Jont, Jesse (Joanne), Tracy (Chris) Glocheau; as well as his five grandchildren and his brother Gary (Billie) and their children Cole and Layne (Dylan Hutzler). His wishes are being honored by body donation; and at his request there will be no service. The family expresses gratitude to Pruitt Hospice and Bayada Nursing for the care during his final days.
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Carolyn M Comer
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So sorry for your loss. I remember Tom and my grandparents (the Davis family) thought a lot of him and the family.
Prayers to all of you!
Carolyn Miller Comer
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