Thomas Tilley Obituary
The world bids farewell to Thomas Tilley of Athens, Texas, departing on April 24, 2026 at the age of 93. Thomas leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Warren Tilley, Sr. and Canary Tilley (Lloyd); his significant other Verreice Loretta Tilley (Peoples); and his siblings, Merline Wimberly, Warren Tilley, Jr. and Wind Lois Tilley.
He is survived by: his children, Cynthia Calderon (Ralph), Edwina Gail Allen and Thomas Charone Tilley; his brothers, William Tilley of Jacksonville, H. P. Peoples (Hallie) and Rev. James Peoples (Brenda); and his grandchildren, Candice, Kristen, Ralph, Naasson, Vania, Elizabeth of Ben, T. J., BreeAnna and Jared. He is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; along with many other relatives and friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, May 1st 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hannigan Smith Funeral Home (842 NE Loop 7, Athens, TX 75752). A funeral service was held on Saturday, May 2nd 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Wittnesses (3650 NE Loop 7, Athens, TX 75751).
