Thomas ìTomî Pace, 59, of Edneyville died suddenly Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at Mission Hospitals in Asheville.
He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Marcia Jones Pace; his twin children, Robert Pace and Katie Pace Connor and husband, Matt; and sister, Becky Pace Conner of North Pole, AK.
A Celebration of his Life will be from 2 ñ 4 PM Saturday at his home. Casual attire is encouraged.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donorís favorite charity.
Shuler Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Debbie Stepp-Hyatt Tucker posted on 9/1/12
Dear Marcia, Becky & Family, I was so saddened to hear of Tommy's sudden passing. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May your precious memories of him give you strength, courage and help you to heal in the days ahead. God Bless You...
Lynnette Wright Jones posted on 9/4/12
Marcia, I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Staggs Family posted on 8/31/12
MArcia, We are sending all our love and prayers to you! We are so sorry for your loss. There are no words to express or that can adaquately comfort you at this time. But know YOU and your family are VERY LOVED by all the members of this family. Sending our prayers to you...Kevin, Lynn, Seth, Christopher, & Meaghan
Joan Wilson posted on 9/1/12
I am so sorry for your loss. Tommy was always so kind to me. Love, J
Dodie Stevens Nelon posted on 9/5/12
My sympathy is with the family. May God send you much comfort. Tommy was such a wonderful and thoughtful person. I went to school with him. I will never forget him talking to one of the inspectors for an hour until he got them to understand that their reasoning was wrong.. He was such a smart person. Tommy is in Heaven . May Gods love and loving arms wrap around each of you...
chuck and joy posted on 8/31/12
so sorry for yalls loss...tom was a good man..holler if we can do anything!...luv ya rob!
Krissie Red posted on 9/1/12
Dear Marcia, Robert, Katie and family, My deepest sympathies. Tom was a great guy to work with and just an all-around nice man. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayer of many, many people today and in the days to come. Peace.
Rhonda Wyatt DeLozier posted on 9/5/12
Marcia, I was sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I know how hard this will be for you as I lost my husband suddenly a few years ago. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You.
Marvin and Brenda Lancaster posted on 8/31/12
We are so sorry for loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Rita Capps Harris posted on 9/1/12
So sorry for your loss Love and memories Rita Capps Harris
Sharon&Tommy King posted on 9/6/12
Marcia&family, So sorry for your loss.Tommy was a great person.Our thoughts &prayers to all at this difficult time. Sharon Thompson King,Tommy King,Joe&Marilyn Thompson[went to Ebenezer Baptist Church with Tommy]
Guy Swanson posted on 8/31/12
My thoughts and prayers are with the Pace family. Tom was always fun to talk with, and I will miss seeing him.
Doug Moon posted on 9/1/12
Tommy Pace was one of those guys in high school on the football field you wanted to avoid because he could sure put a hurtin' on you but when you needed a friend or an uplift you looked for him because he could bring the laughter. His word was his bond, we never signed a contract, never got a quote from; he gave you an excellent job for a fair price. I will miss seeing him and talking old times. All of us that knew him will forever carry a story about him and a piece of him in our heart. Marcia and family, thank you for sharing him with us. My prayers for peace in your time of loss.
Sharon&Tommy King posted on 9/6/12
Marcia&family, So sorry for your loss.Tommy was a great person.Our thoughts &prayers to all at this difficult time. Sharon Thompson King,Tommy King,Joe&Marilyn Thompson[went to Ebenezer Baptist Church with Tommy]
Campbell King posted on 8/31/12
Sorry to here about Tom.. I knew him many years ago..Good fellow
Gwen Greene posted on 9/1/12
Marcia and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Freeman McCraw (Johnny) posted on 9/6/12
My husband and I both attended high school with Tommy and he was always a wonderful person with a beautiful smile. He will surely be missed.
Keith & Kathi Connor posted on 8/31/12
Marcia, Katie and Robert, our heart's go out to each of you during this unexpected loss of Tom. Tom's departure of this earthly life now begins a never ending life with our Savior. Tom's new body will never hurt, his heart will always be full of joy. I can't help but think of the job God has assigned for Tom. God certainly now has a good man who will graciously fill those Godly task. We pray that you will be courageous and remain strong through this time and may God's grace and glory shine His Holy light upon each of you. Glory to the Father who provide's all things. Keith and Kathi Connor
Maximillian Armfield posted on 9/1/12
Dear Mrs. Pace, Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your husband, and know my thoughts are with you and family.
Kay Stepp Smith posted on 9/17/12
I was so very sad to hear of Tommy's passing. I have such fond childhood memories of him and his family. My sister Rhonda passed away in July and I know her and Tommy are having a great time in HEAVEN. Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers
OSCAR STEADMAN posted on 8/31/12
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO ALL MAY GOD BLESS EVERYONE
Terri Lamb posted on 9/1/12
Marcia, Robert and Katie, Tommy was a sweet man with a kind spirit. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now and for the times to come. God bless you and comfort you.
Rose Colecio posted on 8/31/12
Marcia I am so sorry to hear about your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am here if you need anything. Love ya, Rose
Steve and Genee' Dalton posted on 9/1/12
Dear Marcia, Becky, Rob, Katie and Matt, May the Lord bless and keep you during your time of sorrow. May His face shine upon you and give you sweet peace. With Sympathy, Steve, Genee and Matana
Donna Green posted on 8/31/12
Marsha, Katie, and Robert, You are in my thoughts and my prayers. May God's hand of peace be upon you!! Love In Christ, Donna
Lynn Lackey posted on 9/2/12
My heart breaks for the loss and grief of Tommy's family. He was a very good man and well thought of by all who knew him. I never him to take advantage of anyone. Edneyville has lost another pillar of our community, one that cannot be replaced. God bless each and every one of his family and comfort them during this time of grief and adjustment. You all are in my prayers.
Teresa and Dickie Ownbey posted on 8/31/12
We were so saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Tommy. You are all in our prayers and we love you. If you need ANYTHING let us know.
Joy Waldrop posted on 8/31/12
Marcia, I know this is a hard time for you, you'll be in my thoughts. Joy Justice Waldrop
Bert & Pat McCall posted on 9/2/12
Our Prayers and condolences are with you and family durig this sad time. If we can help in any way please contact us. Sinerely Bert & Pat
Linda Odom & Adam Pryor posted on 8/31/12
Marcia, Rob, & Katie- thinking of all you, so sorry for your loss, please let us know if there is anything that any of you need.
Debbie Hoots posted on 8/31/12
Marcia,Rob and Katie... My heart is saddened to hear of your loss. I thought the world of Tom. The two of you were so good to me at a very hard time in my life. I love you all! May God's peace be with you all and comfort your hearts. You are in my prayers! I am so sorry for your loss.
Gene & Susan Marlowe, Dade City, FL posted on 9/2/12
Dear Marcia,Robert,Katie, Becky and families: so sorry to hear about Tommy. May your faith in God sustain you and bring you comfort.Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Eric & Donna Goodman posted on 8/31/12
Tommy was a good man & will be missed by many. He helped us numerous times and often refused to accept payment. He was a friend. May God's grace and comfort be with your family.
Bill Norton posted on 8/31/12
There are very few times in my life I have been at a loss for words but this is one of those times... I havnt seen Tommy in so many years but some of the best memories of my life were on Friday nights as an Edneyville Yellow Jacket..... Tommy was the right guard and I was the right tackle....we controlled that side of the line... great memories... I really appreciate the "celebration of his life" you will be having for him.. Tommy was surely rich in friends... My prayers go out to his wife and children... God be with you all at this time in your lives.. He was a great friend.
Martha Ward posted on 9/3/12
Marcia, I am so sorry to hear about Tom. It sounds like he died from the same thing Ralph did. It is such a shock to your system. My prayers will be with you during this time and for months to come. It is a terrible tragedy. May God bless you.
Scott & Anita Foster posted on 8/31/12
Marcia, We were so saddened to learn of Tom's passing. Please let us know if you need anything. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers...
Dean Ward posted on 8/31/12
sorry for your loss
Judy Smith posted on 9/3/12
Dear Marcia, I pray that God will give you the peace that comes from knowing that Tommy is in God's arms. I am so sorry for your loss. Love, Judy
Wanda Queen posted on 8/31/12
Marcia and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for the loss of Tommy. He was a good friend and classmate. May God Bless you and comfort you. Wanda Laughter Queen
Alan & Marilyn Horne posted on 8/31/12
Marcia and family we are so sorry to hear about Tom. May God comfort you all during this time. If there is any thing we can do for you please don't hesitate to ask. Praying for all of you. Marilyn and Alan Horne
LARRY & VICKIE KING posted on 9/4/12
MARCIA, KATIE & ROBERT, WE MOURN YOUR LOSS AS WE ALSO FEEL THE VOID OF A FINE MAN. TOM WAS MY BEST CHILDHOOD FRIEND AND I HAVE ALWAYS REGARDED HIM WITH RESPECT AND AFFECTION. WE HAVE KNOWN TOM AS A MAN OF HONESTY AND CAPABILITY WHO HAS BUILT A FAMILY AND HONORED HIS COMMUNITY. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS.
Landon and Pat Wilde posted on 8/31/12
Dear Marcia and family, We are so shocked to hear of Tom's passing. Know that even though we can't make it up tomorrow that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Morris and Cricket Dalt posted on 8/31/12
Marcia,Robbie,Katie and Becky.Our hearts go out to you and Pray God will wrap you in his everlasting love and comfort you.We think so much of Tommy and Marcia and Becky and Alden.
LK & Brenda Harvey posted on 9/4/12
We were very sorry to hear of your husband's death. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
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Debbie Justice posted on 8/31/12
There are no words to explain how my heart goes out to all of you. I enjoyed getting to know Tommy in high school. He was so much fun and so full of life. He had quite a few glory days and seemed to move through the phases of his life with integrity and wit. Everyone who met him was left a better person. My prayers go out to each of you. If I can do anything, please let me know. Debbie Justice