December 8, 56, Goldsboro
Tommy Allan Garrett, 56, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 8, 2017 at his home.
Tommy was born in Wayne County on August 17, 1961 to Kathleen P. Garrett of Goldsboro and the late Robert L. Garrett, Sr. He was a valued employee of Franklin Baking Company in Goldsboro. Tommy was a man of many talents from being passionate about cooking, to making people laugh, to going fishing and could fix almost anything. He was tendered hearted, a gentle giant that was larger than life and every life he touched he changed. Most importantly to Tommy was his family. Tommy worked so hard to make sure his children were well taken care of and he will be truly missed.
A service to celebrate Tommy’s life will be held on Monday, December 11, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Seymour Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Huskins officiating. A private interment for the family will be held in Evergreen Memorial Cemetery.
Tommy is survived by his son, Daniel Garrett; daughter Paige Vick (April); brother, Robert L. “Bobby” Garrett, Jr.; sister, Carol Anne Garrett Bowden (David); uncles, Charles R. Kulasxa and Hank Penwell; maternal grandparents of his children, Edith and Dan Perry; and several nieces, nephews and close friends. He is also survived by his faithful companion and k-9 friend, Reba.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by the mother of his children, Cynthia P. Garrett.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to Cures for the Colors, SMOC, 203 Cox Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534 or to the Wayne County Sheriff Department Canine Team.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.