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Brentwood – On Monday, August 9, 2021, Thomas Gene Martin, loving husband, brother, father, and friend passed away at age 77.
Tom was born on April 7, 1944, in Miami, FL to Harry and Jean Martin. He received his degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh and became a Landscape Architect. On August 11, 2007, he married his soul mate and best friend, Janet Dee Shoub. Their combined family consisted of one daughter, Gwyneth McEuen, and one son, Christopher Noll.
Tom had a great passion for his work. Throughout his life, he collected many amazing friends through his various jobs and hobbies. He also loved cars, motorcycles, reading, and music. He was known for his quick wit, his endless wisdom, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit.
Tom was preceded in death by his father, Harry, and mother, Jean. He is survived by his loving wife Dee, his children, Gwyneth (and Jeff), and Chris, his grandchildren Andrew McEuen and Adrienne McEuen, his sister, Susan Ralph, and her sons, Matt, Jon, and Alan.
Due to the current situation, a celebration of life will be held when it is deemed safe. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to National Public Radio, the Alzheimer's Association, or the Nashville Public Library.
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Alexander Palmer Heggie
I first met Tommy in Mr. Donovan's Mechanical Drawing class in the 10th grade at GHS and we became fast friends as our interests in drafting, architecture, cars, motorcycles, all brought us together. We went to NC State in the School of Design and we were roommates for 2 1/2 years. We stayed in touch for a couple of years, but then we drifted apart and unfortunately didn't have any contact until 2016-2017 when we exchanged phone calls and emails with plans to attend the 55th reunion, It was great to see him again at the reunion and to meet his wife, Dee. I extend my heartfelt sympathy and condolences to Dee and his daughter, Gwyneth, and son, Christopher, and Susan. Tommy was a good friend and will always remain in my heart.
Go with God, Thomas Gene!