Tommy Ray Wardlow

Tommy Ray Wardlow, born on January 26, 1950, in Santa Anna, Texas, passed away on October 8, 2024, in Coleman, Texas. He fought a valiant fight against cancer to extend his time with family and was grateful for each additional day.

Growing up in Santa Anna, Tommy attended Santa Anna High School and graduated in 1968. Following his education, he answered the call of duty, proudly serving his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, where he completed three tours. His commitment to his nation earned him an honorable discharge, after which he returned to Coleman County, embracing family life and community. He worked at Stempel Manufacturing as a diesel mechanic and maintenance. He enjoyed working with his hands and spent countless hours refinishing and building furniture, rebuilding vintage cars and trucks, and working with Marcia on the family’s little slice of heaven in rural Coleman County.

He is predeceased by his parents Gladys and L.K. Wardlow, his brother, Larry Wardlow and survived by his wife Marcia and children, Kris Wardlow and Melanie Wardlow (Justin Rogers), siblings, Mary Ann Pape (Orvel), Bobby Wardlow, Brad Wardlow, sister-in-law Shela Wardlow; grandchildren, Kaytlyn Miller (James), Merrisa Casco (Alejandro), Ashley Wardlow, Allison Wardlow, Avery Wardlow, Coy Wilson, great grandson, Emmett Miller.

Tommy will be cremated and will rest on the family plot in Santa Anna Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 9, at the Coleman City Park Family Center, 1700 N. Neches, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

We invite you to share fond memories and words of comfort and condolence with the Wardlow family by signing the guestbook on Tommy’s tribute page at www.stevensfuneralhome.com. Stevens Funeral Home is honored to serve the Wardlow family.