THOMAS "TOMMY" WHITEHEAD JR
FOREVER 31
Thomas "Tommy" Whitehead Jr. was a man whose love and kindness left an enduring mark on everyone who knew him. He wasn’t just a good son, father, brother, and friend—he was someone whose heart had room for everyone he met, someone whose warmth and generosity made him unforgettable.
“Tommy was a good son, a good father, a good brother. He loved his family. He never met a stranger—everybody loved him,” his family shares. These words speak volumes about the man he was: deeply loved and universally cherished.
Tommy had a way of making people feel at home in his presence, a rare gift that drew people to him effortlessly. His love for his family was the foundation of his life. As a son, he brought pride and joy; as a father, he gave his heart fully; and as a brother, he was a source of strength, laughter, and unwavering support.
Tommy’s ability to connect with others was unmatched. “He never met a stranger,” his family recalls, and it’s easy to imagine him lighting up a room with his smile and charm, making everyone feel like they belonged.
Though his time here was far too short, Tommy’s legacy lives on in the memories of his love, his kindness, and the joy he brought to others. His family and friends will forever carry him in their hearts, remembering the good man he was and the light he brought into their lives.
November 15, 1988 – October 24, 2020
Alton, Illinois