Thomas Lee McLawhorn, age 70, passed away on Tuesday, February 19, 2013. Born in Lenoir County on August 24, 1942, he was the son of the late Lubie McLawhorn and Hannah Gilbert McLawhorn. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Jean Koon and brothers, Lubie McLawhorn Jr. and Bobby McLawhorn.
Tommy retired in 1993 from National Cash Register Company where he worked for many years. In 1994 he started his sign business, Tom Mac Signs. Tommy loved bowling and fishing.
He leaves behind his wife of 37 years, Patricia McLawhorn; brothers, Carroll McLawhorn of Kentucky and Stevie McLawhorn of Nashville; niece, Debbie Franks of Grifton; nephew, James Koon of Advance; and great-nephew, Westly Koon.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Chet Rains officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Duke Cancer Center, 200 Trent Road, Durham NC 27778 or a charity of ones choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Service
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Saturday 2/23, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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