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Saturday
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1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Saturday, June 15, 2024
First Baptist Church
107 E. Liberty Street
Sumter, South Carolina, United States
Saturday
15
June
Funeral Service
3:00 pm
Saturday, June 15, 2024
First Baptist Church
107 E. Liberty Street
Sumter, South Carolina, United States
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Meta Liuzzo lit a candle
Friday, August 2, 2024
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Gary and I are saddened to hear of the passing of Tommy. We were always amazed to see him running on 378 from Sumter to Columbia so many times. We send our sincere condolences to the family.
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Joyce Belton posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
Our family move to Sumter in 1985 from Columbia. SC. It sadden us to leave his practice when our insurance, many years later, was no longer in network. Our sincere condolences to the family of a man who executed personalized care for all he served. May your fond memories absorb your tears..
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Laura Kannon posted a condolence
Monday, June 17, 2024
Dr. Jones was the best dentist my family could ever have. All my four children loved him. He put them at ease by talking about things he knew they were interested in so that any trepidation they felt about reclining back in that chair was soon forgotten. He just had a way about him. He also always took the time to answer my questions, no matter how silly they may have sounded to him. We respected him greatly. It doesn’t seem possible that someone so full of life could be gone. We are truly sorry for your unimaginable loss and are praying for your family.
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Mike Roberts posted a condolence
Monday, June 17, 2024
Dr Jones took excellent care of my family's teeth for many years. I enjoyed his professionalism his efficiency and his sharp wit. He will be sorely missed
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Latisha Billie-Geter posted a condolence
Monday, June 17, 2024
I am extremely saddened by the transition of Dr. Jones. He has been my dentist for some forty years. My sincerest condolences to the family. He was such a joy to be around and cared deeply for his patients.
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robert Lee posted a condolence
Monday, June 17, 2024
Tommy will be sorely missed by the community. He was always encouraging and helpful to me when I first moved to Sumter as a dentist and thought very highly of him and his family. It is so wonderful to see someone live their life for Christ and the hope that He brings to all who come in contact with!!
Our most sincere condolences to the family!
Capers and Tilly Lee
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James Barwick posted a condolence
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Tommy was my dentist since I was in my early twenties and I will turn seventy this month. I was saddened when I found out he’d retired and I’m truly sorry for his family’s loss. He was always very pleasant no matter where you ran into him. He’ll be missed by many.
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Jeff Radford posted a condolence
Saturday, June 15, 2024
May we remember Dr. Thomas as a beacon of warmth and benevolence, his kindness radiating even in the direst of circumstances. He was known for his fervent passion and gentle spirit, granting us comfort with his ceaseless generosity. Having shared four decades of enduring friendship with him, his absence will deeply be felt. May peace find him in eternal rest.
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Justin Cappelmann posted a condolence
Saturday, June 15, 2024
So sorry for your loss. My prayers will continue for the entire Jones family that Jesus will comfort you as only he can and your faith in him will continue to give you strength. Tommy was such a great example of how to treat others and giving your all in everything you do. Such a blessing to have known him.
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Ted McGill posted a condolence
Saturday, June 15, 2024
You have my heartfelt condolences and prayers.
I considered Tommy a good friend and colleague.
Words I came up with:
Godly Christian man, loyal, loved his family, loved to talk about his family, always heard Jeanie’s name some where in the family talk, incredibly talented family dentist (which is the most challenging discipline of dentistry of any profession for that matter), baseball man and loved all aspects of the game, favorite number 3, relentless worker, liked to win, life long learner, lots of friends who loved him as he did them, good eyes, great smile and better grin,
He will be missed, but not forgotten.
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Brenda Bryant lit a candle
Saturday, June 15, 2024
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Ms. Jones and all the family, very sorry to hear the passing of MR. JONES, Truly a Dedicated husband, father, grandfather, friend to all, whom he loved dearly, he was such an example to all, his family, dentistry family, Church Family, his community family, all looked up to, and respected him, such a man of faith, loyalty, dedication. He was greatly respected, he will truly be missed, we all appreciate everything he done for our community. Trust in the Lord with all your Heart, GOD will give you Comfort, Peace, Grace, much needed Strength, Love throughout these difficult days ahead. TRUST IN THE LORD! Christ Love and mine, Brenda Bryant
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Garnet McKalsen lit a candle
Saturday, June 15, 2024
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I'm keeping the Jones family in my thoughts and prayers. Dr. Jones wasn't just my dentist but also a remarkable individual. I will forever treasure our engaging conversations, working out at the Y, and running with Tommy.
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Saturday, June 15, 2024
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To Jeanie, Wallie, Dickie and entire Jones family. We were saddened to just learn of the passing of Tommy on this Saturday morning.
May the memories of your love one bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
James and Carolyn Gooden
along with the family of the late Elouise Gooden.
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Colleen and Jim Kaczmarczyk posted a condolence
Saturday, June 15, 2024
So sorry for your loss. My husband and I offer thoughts and prayers for all of you. Dr. Jones was our dentist for many years. We hope you always know the consoling mercy of Our Lord is near for He walks closely beside you.
Colleen and Jim Kaczmarczyk
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Lisa Hellams posted a condolence
Friday, June 14, 2024
Jeanne, Rick, Mike , Jeff, Russ, and Cale,
I am so sorry for your loss. I joined the Jones clan as their babysitter and later went to work part one in the dental office after school when Jeanne was expecting the twins. If you ever met the Jones family and worked with them in any capacity you became like family. I thought I had the coolest after school job ever. And the love of dentistry he gave to me , I will never forget. It was a pleasure being part of this office crew with Ms Lois Jones,Jeanne, Donna Debbie, Susan, Sherry. I hope I didn’t miss anyone. What a great crew we had.
Prayers for strength and comfort.
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Amy Mirabelli posted a condolence
Friday, June 14, 2024
Our deepest sympathies to the family of Tommy Jones.
Tom, Amy, and Carson Mirabelli
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Calvin Boykin Sr. posted a condolence
Friday, June 14, 2024
Calvin V Boykin Sr.
Dear Jones family, please know that I am thinking of you and praying for you. I am devastated at Tommy’s passing. Tommy has been my friend for more than 50 years. We met as freshmen at The University of South Carolina in 1967. We were freshman roommates our first semester, until Tommy moved to the “Roost” with the baseball team the second semester. We became friends quickly as we navigated the challenges of college life. Tommy was very organized, I was not, but I improved from his example. For some reason we referred to each other as T. Jones and C. Boykin, possibly this was on our room assignment papers, I don’t know. We were in college and dental school together. I got 2 yrs behind Tommy when I joined the National Guard for 2yrs after my Sophomore year in College due to my very low Draft number, ha. In college I observed Tommy’s firm dedication to his studies and a drive and commitment that I admired and endeavored to emulate. One thing I noticed about T. Jones early on was that his walking gate was a lesson in determination, commitment and confidence. As he walked along the flat sidewalks of campus, he had the gate of someone climbing a mountain with singleminded commitment and determination. This was T. Jones! He approached his studies with the same attitude and excelled at everything he undertook. Over the years our families have followed our children’s activities together and had many pleasant social gatherings. I wish our families had had more time together than we did but the children’s activities and families of their own took us in different directions much of the time. I’ll miss you T. Jones and hope God will grant your family and loved ones the peace and comfort that only He has the power to give.
DR J.W. and Josephine McElveen posted a condolence
Friday, June 14, 2024
Our condolences to the family and friends. He was a really nice guy. My husband Dr. J.W. McElveen went to dental school with Dr. Thomas.
We are praying at this time for such a difficult times the family are going through. May he R.I.P.
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PATRICIA GALLOWAY lit a candle
Friday, June 14, 2024
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DR. JONES WAS A WONDERFUL DENTIST. THE ONLY ONE I WENT TO WHEN I MOVED TO SUMTER. HE ALSO WAS MY SON'S DENTIST SINCE HE WAS A CHILD. I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT HE HAD RETIRED.
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Rush Ulmer posted a condolence
Friday, June 14, 2024
Doctor Jones, an outstanding man with whom my family and me had the opportunity to know for many years. He was absolutely a great dentist and a finer man. It was a blessing being able to converse with him as well as attend his practice. I pray for his entire family and may God bring them comfort, peace, and joy during this time and throughout.
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Connie Hobbs posted a condolence
Friday, June 14, 2024
I was a teenager when I started going to Dr. Jones. As I married and had children of my own my entire family went to him up until the day he retired. What a beloved man he was. My heart just breaks for his family.
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Stacy Spurling posted a condolence
Friday, June 14, 2024
Tommy came to my spin class at the YMCA often. He was relentless with keeping up with his physical activity! I would see him running to the Y and then taking my class and run again! He was an amazing athlete and even more wonderful person. He was always smiling and had a kind word for everyone. Tommy will be missed by all those who knew him! Prayers for the family.
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Carla Barkley posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Dr. Jones has been my dentist for years, I always thought he was the best.
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Kimberly Richburg posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Dr. Jones was a wonderful person. I saw him as my dentist since I was 16 years old & I am now in my sixties. He always made me feel so comfortable because of my fear of being in a dentist office. He will be greatly missed.
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Bennie Ridgill posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
I remember when my dad and I would go by and pick up Tommy for a fishing trip , I was around 12 years old, Tommy and Jeannie was bout 5 years older than me , yeah Jeannie my sister , Tommy was more like a brother than a in law , thats been bout 63 years and when they went to get married In pinewood Jeannie had forgotten the marriage license, funny so I had to go all the way back home to get it before they could marry , it's funny how things stick in your mind , we have coached together and I don't remember in 60 years we ever having a serious cross word , wish I could say that my own family ha , RIP Tommy
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DeDe posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Dr. Jones had a way of making you feel good about yourself and your smile. Cadillac teeth!! That’s the phrase he used for my kids!! He was always willing to talk baseball! Cannot describe the void this has created in the baseball community. I’m sure his family knows how much he will be missed by an entire community. Peace He gives you, please receive it.
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Phyllis Williams posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
I have known Tommy since the 7th grade and have always remembered him fondly. He was my dentist for 47 of the 48 years he practiced. My heart is broken for his family and I will be covering them with my prayers during this sad and difficult time.
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Jimmie & Dianne Shuping posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Tommy spent hours teaching baseball skills to our boys and many others. Jimmie was raised in Pinewood and has many special memories of them riding bicycles and playing ball in the local field. He was my dentist and a great one! We all loved him and will miss him! We pray for God’s peace for the family and his many friends. Much love from the Shuping Family and continued prayers!
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Chal Glenn posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Tommy was an incredible man full of life and energy beyond his years. He worked hard and built a great family, a great business and helped to shape the lives of many young people. He was my dentist for several decades and I will miss him greatly. RIP Tommy
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Barbara Welch Harris lit a candle
Thursday, June 13, 2024
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My condolences to your family. My earliest memory of Tommy and Jeanie was being in high school together at Furman High School. Tommy was also the dentist for my kids and I for many years. May God be with you.
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BRENDA EARLY posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
I extend my sincere condolences to your family. Dr. Jones took care of some of my family members' dental needs for over 40 years. Dr. Jones was always so energetic, friendly, and conscientious about caring for his patients' dental health. His retirement left me and my family members in a quandary, happy for him but sad for us because there was now a void. We felt as though we had lost a family member. Dr. Jones will be greatly missed and is someone who cannot be replaced. May God grant you peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time.
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Sharon Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Sending prayers to all of Dr. Jones family and friends. He was my dentist since childhood for several decades. Always friendly, kind, caring and great at what he did.
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LaFern Sam Corley posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Dr. Jones from the first day I walked in your office you made me feel like I knew you forever. You had the deepest and sweetest love for Christ, baseball, nature and your family. I am very sad to not be able to see you here on earth, but I know that God was really happy to see you. You are a well and good servant, my friend.
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Amy Atkinson lit a candle
Thursday, June 13, 2024
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The memories... He was my dentist from a child to an adult. He also provided dental services to my entire family and my son who is now 18 years old. Not only was he my dentist he was also a past employer. One of the most hard-working people I have ever met! Tommy worked hard teaching the young men baseball as gifted as he was. Of course, Tommy would because everyone knows the Jones Family as a Baseball Legacy. The lovely sweaty jerseys from Wilson Hall that I had to count at the end of the year has not been missed for sure; but the gift Tommy gave them boys the knowledge and legacy is a true honor for sure! The fun days in the dental office. The Christmas parties and the stories he told. His laugh that was genuine and contagious! The fun days of making a video of the employees at the time I worked. Dropping beers and running down the hallway to imitate Donna was good for a laugh and true to his humor. Not only the video but convincing a total stranger to meet me at lunch to ask me on a date. Or trying to imitate Johnny Carson one Christmas and me wearing red lipstick and a turban. Don’t ask! The love he gave to his employees and working to make everyone smile. The best dentist for sure! Not only dentist, but boss and friend! The nicknames he gave people and the care of him always asking about others when you saw him. The love he had for his family. Alice Drive will not be the same as his sneakers will not hit the sidewalk again. Nor going to get x-rays or get a dental cleaning and hear his mumbling circle something sealant something buckle this or that. Even wearing sunglasses you can’t beat the look that Dr. Jones gave wearing them. Because he wore them best! His crazy Corvette days with toothbrushes in his cup holders. The gross sardine and cracker lunches will never leave my memory of the “Good Old Days.” Dr. Thomas P. Jones, DMD, is truly one of my best bosses I have had! The fun he made the office and he truly cared to hear about you or your family when you came in. And man the BEST Damn Dentist! Great friend and wonderful man! You will be missed sweet friend!
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Holly Chase posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Prayers for the entire Jones family. As a patient of Dr. Jones for many years, he was always so kind and we loved him as our dentist.
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Barbara Williamson posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Rick and Dickey and family, may God wrap his loving arms around the family at this time. Extended prayers thru this time
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Chuck Clark lit a candle
Thursday, June 13, 2024
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So sorry to hear about Tom. He was one of my favorite classmates at MUSC dental school class of 1975. I will always remember his love of baseball and his funny stories. He was a great guy.
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Debra Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Coach Jones, with his spirited nature and warmth, was an unparalleled beacon of selflessness and generosity. As the guiding force behind Lakewood High School's athletic excellence, he embodied passion in its truest form. I fondly remember him seamlessly transitioning from his personal runs to coaching on the field; a testament to his relentless energy that inspired us all. May he find eternal peace as we cherish these precious memories. His friendship and love of young people will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
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Anne Walker posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Millie: I know your heart is broken. Please know I am keeping you, Dickie, Wallie, Tommy’s wife & children & ALL of Tommy’s family close to my heart & in my prayers. May your faith, your special memories, and the love & support of your dear friends & family give you peace & strength to face the days ahead. With love—Anne Walker
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Thursday, June 13, 2024
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Our families prayers are with all the Jones families. Of all the things going through my mind right now his nicknames for his players were hilarious.
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laura lee McCabe pledged to donate to WILSON HALL
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Thoughts and prayers to all the family and friends of Dr. Thomas Jones
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Janie Gregg-Williams posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
I am so sad to hear of Dr. Jones passing. He was my Dentist for 30 years or more. My brother Frank started me going here and it became a family affair. Dr. Jones was so caring and compassionate.
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Thursday, June 13, 2024
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Janee Rodriguez posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
So sorry to hear of Dr. Jones passing. He became my childhood dentist after many traumatizing appointments with another Sumter dentist. Dr. Jones’ gentle nature helped me overcome my fear of dentists. Prayers for the family for this man who was such a blessing to the Sumter community.
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Linda Stack Brown posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Oh Jeannie and family, I am praying for strength and comfort for all of you! Wallie, Dickie, and Mille praying for all of you, too! I love all of my Pinewood friends that I grew up with! You are all in my thoughts! Tight hugs to you all!
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Selena Ruth Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, June 13, 2024
Dr. Jones will be missed by his YMCA family. Peace & Blessings.
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