Thomas Lister Platt Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Thomas Lister Platt (Henderson, Kentucky), who passed away on November 18, 2025, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his siblings, John, Cleve, Bobby, Billy, Rudolph and Doris.
He is survived by: his wife Willie Andrews Platt; his daughters, Anita Payne, Thomasine Leachman (Rodney) and Celeste Gainey; and his grandchildren, Tyler Gainey, Austin Leachman, Dallas Payne and William Leachman. He is also survived by 4 great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, friends may donate to: The Black History CommitteeThomas L. Platt Scholarship Fund886 Lamont LaneHenderson, KY 42420 To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Thomas Lister Platt, please visit our flower store.
