Thomas J. Centers

Thomas J. Centers, age 87 of Eaton, OH went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ, Sunday morning, October 4, 2015. Tommy was born January 20, 1928, in Frenchburg (Menifee County), Ky., to John and Bertha (Lawson) Centers, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death were wife Zora and nine brothers and sisters. Tommy is survived by his wife Mary Ann who was his loving and meticulous caretaker, daughter Linda (Roger) Slemp of Frankfort, Ky., stepson Randy (MaryJane) Kirker of Eaton, OH., grandchildren, Rick (Rachel) Bingham and Tonia (Robert) Coubert, both of Frankfort, Ky. Additionally, six great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Tommy retired from General Motors after 30 years. Tommys retirement years were filled with gardening and thrift shopping. He would drive 30 miles to save a dime and enjoyed every trip. He would travel from store-to-store finding bargains. He was always taking garden goodies to friends. Another favorite pastime was mowing grass and keeping the lawn beautiful. Tommy was filled with joy. He loved to tell a story to anyone who would listen. Tommy was a member of Covenant of Peace Church (Full Gospel Temple), Eaton, OH. He served in different areas of the church for many years. He was a life time member of Full Gospel Business Mens Fellowship. Tommy will be missed by many in the neighborhood; he was known as Eaton Avenue Mayor, riding his bicycle and visiting with whoever he would meet. The family will receive friends and family on Monday, October 12, 2015 from 11:00 until the funeral at 1:00 pm at the Covenant of Peace Church, 4745 State Route 127 North, Eaton, OH with Pastors Ken Harbaum, Raymond Rothwell and Wayne Gardner officiating. The burial will be at Sugar Grove Cemetery, West Alexandria, OH. Donations may be made to Covenant of Peace Church or Crossroads Hospice, 8069 Washington Village Dr., Dayton, OH., 45458. Online condolences and other remembrances may be sent to the family by visiting www.gsbfuneralhome.com.