Tommy Rollins

Obituary for Tommy Joe Rollins

Tommy Joe Rollins or “Grandpa” as he was affectionately known to many, was born August 16, 1938 and passed away April 22, 2019 surrounded by his many loved ones. He is survived by his wife Joan, his best friend for 60 years, 2 sons Mark & Wayne, daughter Carrie Jarrett & son-in-law Steve. Grandchildren Alex, Brittney, Erica, Amber, Lance, Ryan and Megan. Great grandchildren Carlie, Evin, Josilynn, Felicite, Ava,  & Meriah. Sisters Shirley Mack  & Sharon Jackson, brother-in-law Gerald, along with many special nieces and nephews, and his countless other friends and spiritual family.

Tom requested no services, but that doesn’t stop us from writing about our special man! Tom touched so many lives with his BIG HEART, love for others, his playful teasing and his deep appreciation for Jehovah.

He was a bricklayer for most of his life even into his 70’s saying “that it kept him going”. He ran his own company for many years, teaching the trade to his sons and others. He was an exceptional bricklayer & those that worked with him said “ he was fast at it, no one could beat him.”  With special fondness was his relationship with Larry Dangler, grandpa loved him like a son.

He was the BEST of everything life had to offer. We will always remember his special smile, caring heart, and warm embrace. He always said “he wanted everyone to love one another, and to not take one another for granted, and we hope to carry on his memory with those words.

It is only fitting to end with a scripture that defines his personality so well from 1 Thessalonians 5:14-18 “Speak consolingly to those who are depressed, support the weak, be patient toward all. See that no one repays injury for injury to anyone, but always pursue what is good toward one another and to all others. Always be rejoicing. Pray constantly. Give thanks for everything. This is God’s will for you.”