of Jonesboro, AR
January 3, 1963 - July 11, 2021
Thomas Eldon DeGood, 58, of Jonesboro, passed away July 11, 2021 at UAMS in Little Rock. He was born January 3, 1963 to the late Verle Eldon "Coonie" and Oudria Jessie (Burke) DeGood. Thomas was a farmer and grew up in the Pitts community. He graduated from Grubbs High School in 1981. He was loved by all his classmates and was well known for his outgoing personality and his ability to keep people rolling in laughter even in the most mundane life circumstances. He attended ASU majoring in agriculture. Thomas came back to the family farm in 1983 where he farmed alongside his father, who was his mentor and best friend, farming rice and soybeans. Thomas loved the outdoors and was an avid duck hunter.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his partner of 3 years, Tiffany Hall; a son, Michael Tomas Hall DeGood; a sister, Melissa Tedford; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will begin at 6:30 pm on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro. Visitation will begin at 5 pm until time of service.
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13 Condolence(s)
John "Jay"
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
I'm sorry to learn of your passing. RIP my friendðŸ’
John "Jay"
Tuesday, February 1, 2022
I'm sorry to learn of your passing. RIP my friendðŸ’
Bryan Horn
Sunday, September 12, 2021
What a long strange trip it’s been
Jimbo Sockey
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
I just found out today about Thomas passing away , class of 81 classmate , neighbor and friend . It makes me sad that Thomas is another good friend memory that has left this world too soon. Will miss you friend and all the memories .
Jimbo Sockey
Karhy arterbeey
Saturday, August 7, 2021
You will be missed
Stacey
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Dearest Uncle Tom the First I will miss you
Chris Tate
Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Prayers for the family
Debbie Slaven
Thursday, July 22, 2021
My thoughts & prayers are with you and the family. You will be missed by many.
Kiston Ellis
Thursday, July 22, 2021
RIP old friend. will always remember some of the crazy times
Perry Odglen
Thursday, July 22, 2021
You will be missed by many! Tell Coonie hello for me. You Eddie and I had lots of good times growing up. RIP my friend
Tawanna “Jewell†McIlvoy
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
So sorry for your loss. I pray for all those whom Thomas touched throughout his time on earth. May
God heal the broken hearts and shattered lives left behind.
Belinda Roethlisberger
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Thomas was the life of our class he always had a smile and always made you laugh, I remember Thomas coming into Mr Pierce class singing Orange Doodle Bug And I will always remember his pretty Blue eyes . Prayers for all.
Belinda (Bradley) Roethlisberger
Class of 81
Melvin Norris
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Prayers for the family