It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas “Tommy” Clay Nation on Jan. 30, 2025, at the age of 63 after a brief battle with cancer.
Tommy of the Vine community was born on Oct. 26, 1961 in Sparta, TN to Millard and Jewel Nation. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jewel Nation; grandparents, Clay and Aussie Nation and Clint and Margaret Barlow; mother-in-law, Brenda Reynolds; nephew, Bobby Nation and beloved fur baby, Poncho.
He is survived by his wife and partner of 39 years Robin Nation; sons, Justin Nation and Thomas (Clacey) Nation; Father, Millard Nation; brothers, Glen (Judy) Nation, Gary (Candy) Nation, Tony (Tammy) Nation and Jackie (Rhonda) Nation; Father-in law, Johnny Reynolds; nephews and nieces, Dusty (Nacole) Reynolds, Jessica Reynolds, Randall (Kendra) Nation, Ashley Nation, Nick Nation, Craig Williamson, Nikki Williamson, Jacob Williamson, Cody Nation and Miles Nation; great-nephews and nieces, Sara Nation, Ali Nation, Austin Reynolds, Zach Reynolds, Tyler Nation, Marco Hanna, Noah Hanna, Sarah Hanna and Jaxon Nation; fur babies Cricket and Rooster, numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.
“It is more blessed to give than receive.” Acts 20:35
Tommy was one of a kind. He was a jack of all trades and a powerhouse. He was the rock of the family! Tommy truly knew that it was more blessed to give than to receive. He was a good-hearted and generous person. His generosity knew no bounds! He was always willing to help anyone, family, friends and even strangers, giving so freely of his time, talents and possessions. He was a woodworker and owned Teak World which he started in 1991 from very humble beginnings. He loved wood and enjoyed making and building all kinds of things. He also enjoyed working outside on his property and especially in his vegetable garden. He looked forward every spring to planting his garden.
Of all the things he was proud of, he was most proud of his sons and how they had grown into kind and responsible men. Although Tommy’s gone, he will live in our hearts forever!
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 3, 2025 at Hunter Funeral Home with Bro. Ronnie Wayne Taylor officiating. Visitation will be on Monday from 10 a.m. till service time. Family members will serve as Pallbearers. Interment will follow at the Barrett Cemetery in the Vine Community. The family would like to thank Miranda Williams and the staff of Gentiva Hospice for their love and care.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to New Leash on Life or Sherry’s Hope.
This obituary was published by Hunter Funeral Home.
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