Tommy Michael Allison

1950 - 2011

Tommy Michael Allison obituary, 1950-2011, Marion, NC

BORN

1950

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Kirksey Funeral Home

406 Lenoir Road

Morganton, North Carolina

Tommy Allison Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 19, 2011.

Tommy Michael Allison, age 61, of Marion, NC went home to meet his Savior Monday, April 18, 2011 at Duke University Hospital.

Mr. Allison was born January 27, 1950 in McDowell County, NC to the late Lloyd T. Allison and Grace M. Allison. He followed his father into the construction business and built homes for many years. He later went into commercial and industrial construction work. He was a founder and president of ALL Mechanical and Construction Co. of Marion. He was a member of Turkey Cove Baptist Church and enjoyed singing and listening to gospel music and spending time with family and friends.

Left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife, Kathy of the home; one son, Tommy Michael Allison, II of Old Fort; and one grandson, Tommy Michael Allison, III (Trey) of Old Fort. He is also survived by four step-children, eight step-grandchildren, two brothers, Carl E. Allison and wife, Annie and Bobby L. Allison and wife, Vaughtie, nieces and nephews, and special friends, Truman and Sharon Hamby.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at Kirksey Funeral Home, Marion. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at the funeral home with the Revs. Scott Hollifield, David Edwards and Harold Webb officiating. Interment will follow at Liberty Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the building fund of Turkey Cove Baptist Church.

Words of comfort may be shared with the Allison family at www.kirkseyfhmarion.com

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April 14, 2023

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Garland

miss u

April 28, 2011

Carrisa Berry

I am going to miss him so much alot of people never knew the side to Tommy that his family seen he was a very caring man and loved his family so much. Me and the kids will miss you so much love you always and will always be so greatful that you helped raise me and was such a wonderful step-dad and give me a great amount of love and care like a dad would. In our thoughts always.......
Carrisa,Jonathan,Marina,&Maranda

April 21, 2011

AKD

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know that the grief can be overwhelming. Tommy will be greatly missed. Be assured that one day we will not have to deal with the pain of death (Isaiah 25:8). Until that time comes, may the God of comfort provide peace.

April 21, 2011

Susan and Marty Elliott

Tommy will be missed by all who knew him. What a fine man. It was an honor to know him.

April 21, 2011

Paul and Wilma Allison

Sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. Tommy was one of our neighors for several years. We are thinking and praying for each of you .

April 21, 2011

Denita Wyatt

Michael: My thoughts & prayers are with you. May you find comfort in God in the days ahead as well as in the memories & legacy that you & your dad share.
He will truly be missed.

April 21, 2011

Todd Poteat

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have fond memories of Tommy working on construction projects as well as serving on the MEDA board with me. May God comfort you in this time of need. He will be surely missed. With deepest sympathies, Todd Poteat

April 21, 2011

Dean and Pat Kelly

Kathy, we were so sorry to hear of Tommy's death. He had suffered for many months though, so we all know he's not suffering now. Tommy built a section onto our house many years ago, and we will never forget how nice and kind he was to us.

April 20, 2011

Jean Revis

Kathy, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. You are in our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.
Jean Revis and Stacy Silvers
Your WW friends

April 20, 2011

Please accept my sincerest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, JoRhetta Hyatt

April 20, 2011

Peggy and Dennis Autrey

Our hearts are broken at your loss. may God bless and keep you

April 20, 2011

Kathy Grigsby

Kathy, May I am so glad to know you. Tommy, is with God now with no Pain and looking down and knows you will be taken care of till you can be together again. I am sorry he is gone. But God will help you and give you the strength to go on with each day one day at a time. I Love You.. You take care I am Praying for you.

April 20, 2011

Michelle

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April 20, 2011

Michelle Pointer

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

April 20, 2011

Garland Norton

Tommy will be missed by the whole community.

April 20, 2011

Mary King

Kathy, I am sorry to hear about your husband. May God grant you strength and inner peace for the journey ahead of you. I wish I had the words to help you, but just knowing that friends care sure means alot. I remember all of Ethan Allen's employees support when Jim passed away. Just know I am thinking of you, and you will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Always a friend.

April 20, 2011

Shane and Holly Gouge

Kathy,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God grant you comfort during this time, and cling to HIS promises!

We are sorry for your loss

April 19, 2011

So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in this most difficult time. We are praying for you, Kathy.

Love, Rick & Mary Anderson

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