Ralph Thomas Earnest, 62, of Columbus, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, Georgia. Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 pm (EST), Thursday, May 20, 2021 in the Chapel of Vance Brooks Funeral Home Phenix City, AL with Pastor Ken Dawson officiating. A private interment will beContinue Reading
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Ralph Thomas Earnest, 62, of Columbus, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, Georgia.
Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 pm (EST), Thursday, May 20, 2021 in the Chapel of Vance Brooks Funeral Home Phenix City, AL with Pastor Ken Dawson officiating. A private interment will be held at Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm (EST), Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at the funeral home.
Thomas was born on October 9, 1958, in Columbus, Georgia, the son of Ralph Earnest and Mary Helen Summers Fuller. He was the maintenance superintendent at Golden’s Foundry Machine Co. for over a decade. His favorite pastime was to watch his grandchildren play sports. He was a member of Cascade Hills Church and enjoyed volunteering there when he could. Thomas will always be remembered for the love of his family and his warm smile. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Thomas is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Helen Fuller and brother, Jimmy Earnest.
He is survived by his father, Ralph (Barbara) Earnest, daughter, Whitney (Jason) Shackelford; son, Ryan (Katie) Earnest; five grandchildren, Sydney Shackelford, Ashton Shackelford, David Mann, Millie Mann, Rhett Earnest; as well as several extended family and caring friends.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Cascade Hills Church in Memory of Thomas.
David E Lewis
left a message on September 13, 2022:
I was Maintenance Supervisor at Golden foundry and Tommy was my boss. We worked together for years, he was a good man and friend. He always spoke of his family and he loved his children and grandchildren and his son-in-law. He was just a good Godly man, and I am glad I had a chance to know him.
Joe & Ann Flynn
left a message on May 25, 2021:
so sorry to hear of Thomas passing. yall are in our prayers. He wassuch a good neighbor and friend.
We enjoyed the times spent together own at Pioneer watching the girls play softball and going outta town when we advanced.
He and I often shared memories of the girls when we ran into one another at the BP.
God bless you and the family. Rest in peace my friend.
Deborah Lingier
left a message on May 20, 2021:
Please accept my condolences on the loss of this wonderful soul. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I was blessed to know Tommy for two years. He was such a caring and wonderful man. Always a pleasure to be around.
Jeremy Williams
left a message on May 19, 2021:
My deepest sympathies go out Whitney, Ryan and your families. He was a kind soul to have around as a kid at the ball fields and in the neighborhood growing up.
Jeremy Williams
left a message on May 19, 2021:
My deepest sympathies go out Whitney, Ryan and your families. He was a kind soul to have around as a kid at the ball fields and in the neighborhood growing up.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Ronnie Sanders
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Prayers from the Sanders family during this difficult time.
Tracey Green
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Thinking about you all and praying for comfort.
Tracey, Blake and Collyns Green
Jennifer Earnest
left a message on May 19, 2021:
I'll always love you.
BJ Bedgood
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Thomas will missed dearly. I will always remember playing baseball with Thomas as coach and playing with Ryan. He was always so happy and friendly.
Freida Hammond
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Thomas was a Good long time friend and I have so many memories of us! He will be missed by so many! One of the sweetest man I’ve ever met. I’m sure you & Rit along with the rest of the ones we’ve lost are all together & at peace!
Lisa Marie Summers
left a message on May 19, 2021:
In memory of Thomas Earnest, Lisa Marie Summers lit a candle
Lisa Marie Summers
left a message on May 19, 2021:
You are one of my favorite cousins. I’m going to miss you. And you know you are so loved. Please give everyone a kiss. For me. Tomorrow is going to be a hard day. Not words can ever explain how much your missed. Love you my sweet cousin💔💔💔 Lisa
Terri Morris
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Rest in peace, Thomas! I'm going to miss you. My thoughts and prayers are with Whitney, Ryan and family! Love you, Terri
Diane Griffin
left a message on May 19, 2021:
In memory of Thomas Earnest, Diane Griffin lit a candle
Alta Gillespie Ploeger
left a message on May 19, 2021:
I am so sorry to hear about Thomas. It was good to see and talk to him recently at Northside when our grandson's teams were playing each other. He was always so kind. I know your hearts are broken and that you will miss him greatly. I pray that you will feel God's arms around you during this sad time.
Ronnie Wise
left a message on May 19, 2021:
I played softball back in the mid 80's with Thomas on Sprinkler Contractors , he was an outstanding man, never a bad word about anybody or anything . He always made my family feel like we were a part of his family . Thanks and Rest in Peace Thomas
STEPHEN SPRADLIN
left a message on May 19, 2021:
I am heartbroken at the passing of Tommy. He was an outstanding person and a true friend. I will miss him.
My condolences and prayers to the family.
Chad Bishop
left a message on May 18, 2021:
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with yall in this time of mourning and healing. Chad, Rebecca, Tye, Tanner Bishop.
Cindy (Garrett) Robinson
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Thomas stepped in as my father when my dad passed away. He never made me feel like a burden and treated me like one of his own. He was the most loyal, loving, generous man. I carry so many lessons he taught me and I am so grateful he and I reconnected last year. I wish I could have gotten that dinner we discussed and just one more big hug. Love you and thank you for all you gave me, Uncle Thomas.
David Lenore
left a message on May 18, 2021:
I would like give my condolence to the family. My prayers go out to the Family.May God Bless you Y'all.....God is good all the time!!!!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Darlene Toole pridgen
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Fly high my sweet stepbrother . I know you were loved by many . Many fond memories I'll always have.Give Helen and Jimmy a hug for me .my deepest condolences to Vicky and kids ,Rest easy.
Darlene Toole pridgen
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Fly high my sweet stepbrother . I know you were loved by many . Many fond memories I'll always have.Give Helen and Jimmy a hug for me .my deepest condolences to Vicky and kids ,Rest easy.
Darlene Toole pridgen
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Fly high my sweet stepbrother . I know you were loved by many . Many fond memories I'll always have.Give Helen and Jimmy a hug for me .my deepest condolences to Vicky and kids ,Rest easy.
James Scott & Family
left a message on May 18, 2021:
To Earnest family- You are in our constant prayers. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kim Henderson Earnest
left a message on May 18, 2021:
My heart ❤ is breaking but to know you are with Jesus Christ Jimmy and your mother that you adored so much. The world won't be the same. I love you the big brother I never had.
Rhonda Summers Skeen
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Words want express the loss we’re all feeling, you’ll be missed dearly. I’ll see you again my sweet cousin when I walk through those pearly gates because I know thats where your at I love you, give the family a kiss for me.
Teresa K Ellison
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Thomas was loved by us as our brother and he loved us. He will always be a part of our family and will be so missed. Family gatherings wont be the same without him.
Melissa Bailey
left a message on May 18, 2021:
There was never a time that we parted ways where he didn't hug me and tell me he loved me. I love him deeply and he will forever be missed.
Cheryl Ballard
left a message on May 18, 2021:
In memory of Thomas Earnest, Cheryl Ballard lit a candle
Cathy kite
left a message on May 18, 2021:
You will be truest missed . Your a amazing father and granddaddy. ♥️♥️♥️
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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David E Lewis
left a message on September 13, 2022:
I was Maintenance Supervisor at Golden foundry and Tommy was my boss. We worked together for years, he was a good man and friend. He always spoke of his family and he loved his children and grandchildren and his son-in-law. He was just a good Godly man, and I am glad I had a chance to know him.
Joe & Ann Flynn
left a message on May 25, 2021:
so sorry to hear of Thomas passing. yall are in our prayers. He wassuch a good neighbor and friend.
We enjoyed the times spent together own at Pioneer watching the girls play softball and going outta town when we advanced.
He and I often shared memories of the girls when we ran into one another at the BP.
God bless you and the family. Rest in peace my friend.
Deborah Lingier
left a message on May 20, 2021:
Please accept my condolences on the loss of this wonderful soul. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. I was blessed to know Tommy for two years. He was such a caring and wonderful man. Always a pleasure to be around.
Jeremy Williams
left a message on May 19, 2021:
My deepest sympathies go out Whitney, Ryan and your families. He was a kind soul to have around as a kid at the ball fields and in the neighborhood growing up.
Jeremy Williams
left a message on May 19, 2021:
My deepest sympathies go out Whitney, Ryan and your families. He was a kind soul to have around as a kid at the ball fields and in the neighborhood growing up.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Ronnie Sanders
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Prayers from the Sanders family during this difficult time.
Tracey Green
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Thinking about you all and praying for comfort.
Tracey, Blake and Collyns Green
Jennifer Earnest
left a message on May 19, 2021:
I'll always love you.
BJ Bedgood
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Thomas will missed dearly. I will always remember playing baseball with Thomas as coach and playing with Ryan. He was always so happy and friendly.
Freida Hammond
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Thomas was a Good long time friend and I have so many memories of us! He will be missed by so many! One of the sweetest man I’ve ever met. I’m sure you & Rit along with the rest of the ones we’ve lost are all together & at peace!
Lisa Marie Summers
left a message on May 19, 2021:
In memory of Thomas Earnest, Lisa Marie Summers lit a candle
Lisa Marie Summers
left a message on May 19, 2021:
You are one of my favorite cousins. I’m going to miss you. And you know you are so loved. Please give everyone a kiss. For me. Tomorrow is going to be a hard day. Not words can ever explain how much your missed. Love you my sweet cousin💔💔💔 Lisa
Terri Morris
left a message on May 19, 2021:
Rest in peace, Thomas! I'm going to miss you. My thoughts and prayers are with Whitney, Ryan and family! Love you, Terri
Diane Griffin
left a message on May 19, 2021:
In memory of Thomas Earnest, Diane Griffin lit a candle
Alta Gillespie Ploeger
left a message on May 19, 2021:
I am so sorry to hear about Thomas. It was good to see and talk to him recently at Northside when our grandson's teams were playing each other. He was always so kind. I know your hearts are broken and that you will miss him greatly. I pray that you will feel God's arms around you during this sad time.
Ronnie Wise
left a message on May 19, 2021:
I played softball back in the mid 80's with Thomas on Sprinkler Contractors , he was an outstanding man, never a bad word about anybody or anything . He always made my family feel like we were a part of his family . Thanks and Rest in Peace Thomas
STEPHEN SPRADLIN
left a message on May 19, 2021:
I am heartbroken at the passing of Tommy. He was an outstanding person and a true friend. I will miss him.
My condolences and prayers to the family.
Chad Bishop
left a message on May 18, 2021:
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with yall in this time of mourning and healing. Chad, Rebecca, Tye, Tanner Bishop.
Cindy (Garrett) Robinson
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Thomas stepped in as my father when my dad passed away. He never made me feel like a burden and treated me like one of his own. He was the most loyal, loving, generous man. I carry so many lessons he taught me and I am so grateful he and I reconnected last year. I wish I could have gotten that dinner we discussed and just one more big hug. Love you and thank you for all you gave me, Uncle Thomas.
David Lenore
left a message on May 18, 2021:
I would like give my condolence to the family. My prayers go out to the Family.May God Bless you Y'all.....God is good all the time!!!!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Darlene Toole pridgen
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Fly high my sweet stepbrother . I know you were loved by many . Many fond memories I'll always have.Give Helen and Jimmy a hug for me .my deepest condolences to Vicky and kids ,Rest easy.
Darlene Toole pridgen
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Fly high my sweet stepbrother . I know you were loved by many . Many fond memories I'll always have.Give Helen and Jimmy a hug for me .my deepest condolences to Vicky and kids ,Rest easy.
Darlene Toole pridgen
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Fly high my sweet stepbrother . I know you were loved by many . Many fond memories I'll always have.Give Helen and Jimmy a hug for me .my deepest condolences to Vicky and kids ,Rest easy.
James Scott & Family
left a message on May 18, 2021:
To Earnest family- You are in our constant prayers. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kim Henderson Earnest
left a message on May 18, 2021:
My heart ❤ is breaking but to know you are with Jesus Christ Jimmy and your mother that you adored so much. The world won't be the same. I love you the big brother I never had.
Rhonda Summers Skeen
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Words want express the loss we’re all feeling, you’ll be missed dearly. I’ll see you again my sweet cousin when I walk through those pearly gates because I know thats where your at I love you, give the family a kiss for me.
Teresa K Ellison
left a message on May 18, 2021:
Thomas was loved by us as our brother and he loved us. He will always be a part of our family and will be so missed. Family gatherings wont be the same without him.
Melissa Bailey
left a message on May 18, 2021:
There was never a time that we parted ways where he didn't hug me and tell me he loved me. I love him deeply and he will forever be missed.
Cheryl Ballard
left a message on May 18, 2021:
In memory of Thomas Earnest, Cheryl Ballard lit a candle
Cathy kite
left a message on May 18, 2021:
You will be truest missed . Your a amazing father and granddaddy. ♥️♥️♥️
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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