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Arlington Jan. 23, 1939 | Mar. 31, 2020
Arlington | Jan. 23, 1939 | Mar. 31, 2020

Tommy McGee, age 81, of Arlington, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at Jackson Purchase Medical Center.

 

Tommy was born in Arlington on January 23, 1939 to the late Thomas “Boots” McGee and Carrie Burge McGee.  He was married to Barbara Jeter McGee for 60 years.  Tommy was a farmer and worked for 56 years as a grave digger for local funeral homes, digging each by hand.  He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church.

 

Tommy is survived by his wife, Barbara Jeter McGee; four daughters, Jean Lemons (Sonny) of Bardwell, Diane Redford ( Shawn) of Clinton, Kellie Stinson (Timmy) of Arlington, and Kristi Pharis (Bobby Brown)of Arlington; one son, Mike McGee (Theresa) of Arlington; one sister, Hilda Cannon (Carl) of Arlington; one brother, Buford McGee (Debbie) of Burkley; thirteen grandchildren, Amber Readnour, Summer Thomason, Sondra Cox, “Lil” John Cox, Brittany Gore, Logan Stinson, Kelsey Drew, Keeley West, Dakota and Matthew Sams, Tailor and Tucker Massey and Thatcher Pharis; and fourteen great-grandchildren.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Pat Chaney; and two brothers, Kenny McGee and Gary McGee.

 

In compliance with health and public safety directives, the funeral arrangements for Mr. Tommy McGee will be private.

 

Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Bardwell is in charge of arrangements.

 

During this difficult time of private services, you may show your support by joining the "Hugs fom Home" program where your message will be attached to a balloon in the chapel to remind the family of your love and support.  Please go to www.milnerandorr.com to leave your hug, a message for the family, or light a candle.


Milner and Orr Funeral Homes
120 Memorial Drive
Paducah, KY 42001
Email : info@milnerandorr.com Phone : (270) 442-5100