Thomas Currie McLaren Sr.

1938 - 2017

Thomas Currie McLaren Sr. obituary, 1938-2017, Garner, NC

BORN

1938

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

McLaurin Funeral Home & Pinecrest Memorial Park

12830 US 70 Business Hwy W

Clayton, North Carolina

Thomas McLaren Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 28, 2017.

Thomas Currie McLaren, Sr., 79, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield on Monday, November 27, 2017. Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm on Thursday November 30, 2017 in the chapel of McLaurin Funeral Home with interment following at Pinecrest Memorial Park.



He is survived by his wife; Shirley J. McLaren, son and wife; Thomas Jr. and Elizabeth McLaren of Garner, siblings and spouses; Catherine and Billy Edwards of Garner, Agnes and Maynard Patterson of Winter Park, FL, grandchildren; Tonya McLaren and companion Cory Pirtle of Broadway, Ashley McLaren and Amber McLaren of Garner, five great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.



Thomas was born in Edinburgh, Scotland and moved to the United States when he was 15 with his mother and sisters. He served in the U.S. Air Force and then began a lifelong career in HVAC, retiring in 2000. Tommy was quite the master chef, having his own private grill-house in the backyard, serving many family members and friends over the years. He had a passion for traveling with his wife and friends, visiting many countries. Everyone that knew Tommy, knew he was the life of the party or social gathering and loved being around friends and family.



He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Southerland Sealey; father, Thomas McLauren; stepfather, Loomis Sealey, Jr.; brother, Loomis Sealey, III.



In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the SECU Hospice House, 426 Hospital Road, Smithfield, NC. Online condolences may be made to the McLaren family at www.mclaurinatpinecrest.com. Arrangements are with McLaurin Funeral Home, Clayton.

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December 4, 2017

Eliot Legates

Shirley, Cathy, Agnes, and Tommy Jr.,
I just found out today about Tommy Sr. and I am so very sorry for your loss. Tommy was a good man with a big heart. He also was extremely generous...more than most people would ever know. He always treated me like part of the family and made me feel welcome whenever we all got together. We will all miss him dearly. May we all learn to live life with as much zest and gusto as Tommy did. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless,

November 29, 2017

Rick Babcock

Tommy was a mentor and a friend during the years I worked with him. My heartfelt sympathy to his family during these trying times.
Rick Babcock

November 29, 2017

Cindy Rice

Thinking of you during this difficult time. Much love to the family! Phil and Cindy Rice

November 29, 2017

Gerald Rouse

Heartfelt sympathy to the family of Thomas McClaren. I lift all of you into God's Light of Love. You are close to my Heart during this time. May all of you know that special Peace, as above so below. Gerald Rouse

November 29, 2017

Annette Pruitt

We will miss him ,, he was loved by all. So happy those Blue eyes have been passed on to his son, so they were passed on in grandchildren, and great grandkids,❣He was talented, and just fun! If u knew him u will understand this,, here's a toast of Wild Turkey! Love you all,, sending prayers!

November 29, 2017

Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Thomas McClaren. May God's loving kindness bring comfort and strength to you during this challenging time. (Psalm 29:11 God gives strength and peace.)

November 28, 2017

Terry Hardison

Tommy was never able to attend Wildwood FWB Church due to his sickness, but did receive Christ as His Savior while a patient Duke Raleigh. He is home now enjoying the blessings of Heaven. The Apostle Paul said to be absent in body is to be present with the Lord. Praise the Lord!

Pastor Terry Hardison
Wildwood FWB Church

November 28, 2017

William and Helen Johnson

We are so sorry wish we could be there.but because of our health we can"t. But know our heart are with you. we love you and Tommy.

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