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THOMAS CECIL HILBERT, 57, of St. Albans, passed away suddenly on Sunday, July 28, 2019.
Tommy was a 1980 graduate of St. Albans High School, where he was a conference winning pole vaulter and WVSSAC 1st Team All-State football player. He excelled at WV State with a scholarship in football and track and field.
He held a masters license in plumbing, HVAC and electric and refrigeration. He owned Tommy Hilbert's Plumbing, HVAC and Refrigeration.
Tommy was preceded in death by his sister, Jeanie Hilbert.
He was born November 18, 1961, in Charleston, to Edward "Eddie" and Catherine Hilbert of St. Albans. He is also survived by daughters, Chelsea Tompkin (Cory) of Corpus Christi, TX, and Frances McNeil (Aaron) of St. Albans; girlfriend, Hope Postle of St. Albans; sisters, Cindy Hilbert of St. Albans and Debbie Perkins of Charleston; brothers, Jerry Hilbert (Sherry) of St. Albans, Fred Williams of Charleston and Edward Hilbert of Poca; grandchildren, Luke and Lucie; and many other extended family and friends.
Friends are encouraged to visit with the family from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, August 4, at Bartlett - Nichols Funeral Home, 409 Sixth Ave, St. Albans, WV. Private burial will be in Cunningham Memorial Park, St. Albans.
You may visit Tommy's tribute page at bartlett nicholsfuneralhome.com to share memories or condolences with the family.
Bartlett - Nichols Funeral Home, family owned and located at 409 Sixth Ave., St. Albans, WV, is honored to serve the Hilbert family.
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Sarah Jones
August 8, 2019
I was so shocked to hear of Tommys passing. I am so sorry for his family and friends. He was always a trustworthy AC man. My husband and I really felt he was one of a kind. My heart goes out to all of you. God bless!
Penny Bass
August 4, 2019
So sorry to hear about Tommy passing and my heart and prayers go out to his family and friends. My Texas family is thinking of you all and sending prayers. Love and bless you all.
Steven Viglianco
August 4, 2019
Dear Jerry and family:
Very sorry to read about your brother's sudden, untimely passing, especially at such a young age. Our hearts go out to as long-time friends and neighbors. You have our sincere sympathy and condolences, and you will remain in our prayers. May faith and friends, as well as a wealth of warm, lasting memories sustain you at this sad, difficult time. Take care and God bless....Steve and Kerry Viglianco
Kimberly Ellis
August 4, 2019
I was so shocked to hear of Tommys passing! He was a such a great guy and i could always count on him!!! May God bless his family with strength and love in this time of great sorrow and loss! May his memory be eternal for he will be greatly missed! Greatest sympathy to you all!
August 3, 2019
Our Tommy, a true friend and our trusted plumber. Taught by his grandparents Workman Plumbing serving the Horton family and our neighborhood for many years.
We shared many fond memories of his Uncle Bobby and also Tommy and his brother Jerry passing a football in our front yard.
We will miss Tommy's big smile and his "Can Do Spirit".
Taken too soon, Our Hearts are Broken,
Sharon and Beaulah Horton
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