A candle was lit by Matt & Holly Peacock on September 28, 2017 2:55 PM

Message from Angie Graham

Carol and Timmons,
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Hugh. My sincerest condolences during this difficult time. Sending hugs, prayers and love.

A candle was lit by Melissa (Green) Tesch on September 23, 2017 1:36 AM

A candle was lit by Dr. Jackie Castleman on September 23, 2017 12:35 AM

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Dear Carol and family, ]
What a legacy Hugh C. left for you and the community! He was dedicated to his profession -- entertaining people-- whether through song or his radio show. God bless you as you go through the process of grief. Try to remember the good times!

A candle was lit by Dr. Jackie Castleman on September 23, 2017 12:30 AM

Message from Jack and Marianne McMillan

Carol and family, We are so sorry to hear of the death of Hugh C. He was such a talented and gentle person and we always enjoyed seeing him around town. We will hold all of you in our prayers during this difficult time. Our love and comfort is sent to all of you.

A candle was lit by Mary and Monte Powell on September 20, 2017 10:20 PM

A candle was lit by Lee O'Conner on September 20, 2017 7:02 PM

A candle was lit by Gloria Thigpen on September 20, 2017 7:00 PM

A candle was lit by Gary & Gail Waters on September 20, 2017 6:53 PM

Message from Mary DeLaigle

Carol and family
Im so sorry about Hugh if anybody loved this man other you all I did. He amazed me my whole life with words of wisdom and pure straight love.
Sorry I couldn't make the funeral.
I love you

Message from ronnie turner

i am praying for the family

Message from Cleveland, Tennessee

Carol, Timmons and family. Please know that my heart is heavy as I just read about Hugh's passing. I was and will forever treasure your friendships. I will always sing the praises of my friend Hugh and how he never failed to come up with the answer to one of my many questions about country music. I will cherish our last meeting by the meat counter at Wal Mart.....Your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I know that God is hearing some mighty fine country music this day....smile

A candle was lit by Glenn Mixon on September 20, 2017 12:40 PM

A candle was lit by Rooney and Shelby Kea on September 20, 2017 11:57 AM

Message from Mark and Pam Wiggins

I will miss "Hugh Baby"! I know I will see him again in Heaven. He was my friend and he has left a lasting impression on me. He definitely was the Music Man. His knowledge of music and musicians was amazing. And boy could he write a song! Ilove him and Mrs. Carol I love you and Timmons too! May God be with you and comfort you.

Message from Dana Terry

Mrs. Carol just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Hugh was a sport and I enjoyed every visit with him. I will always cherish the Christmas CD he gave me last year. May God wrap his loving arms around you during this very difficult time.

A candle was lit by Barbara Chancey Wilder on September 20, 2017 9:59 AM

A candle was lit by Sue Rustin Grisham on September 20, 2017 9:22 AM

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Dearest Carol and Family, With your sadness, I know you all rejoice in the life Hugh lived. I have enjoyed his music on many occasions. When he came to The Chapel at Santa Claus, it was refreshing to see how God worked thru him even with his limited sight. You have been an angel caring for him, Carol. I pray that you all reflect on happy memories for comfort. God bless you. I love you.

A candle was lit by Sue Rustin Grisham on September 20, 2017 9:18 AM

A candle was lit by Pam Blount on September 20, 2017 9:06 AM

Message from Jesse & JoAnn Pomeroy

Hugh C. Tomlin..

My buddy for over sixty-five years..

What a character...

Hard headed, opinionated, and as good a friend as I've ever known in this lifetime.

No "fake" to Hugh C..

What you see is what you got...

I liked that.

My wife JoAnn, and I were blessed to have a quality visit with Hugh late Monday morning.. He was pain free, and lucid..

We talked of old times and old memories made together..

And we had made some good ones over the decades..

Hugh and I talked many times about this life, and death and God and we were of the same opinion..

Our opinions were that we are all just "passing through" this life...

Our feelings were expressed by the lyrics of the song "Rock and Roll Heaven", as sung by the Righteous Brothers back in the mid-1970's..

"If you believe in forever"?
"Life is just one-night stand"...

Hugh and I believed in a "forever", and blessedly this day Hugh C. is free of cancer, has perfect vision, and somewhere in "heaven" I'm betting Hugh and his beloved Son, Wyatt, are jamming together for the first time in years.

As we prepared to leave the home of Hugh and Carol Monday morning my wife and I hugged him and told him we loved him, and he returned the sentiment...

How great that the last memory of our old friend was his waving us goodbye and telling us he loved us?

Our hearts go out to his sweet, caring wife Carol, and Sons Thom and Timmons in their loss...

Carol was Hugh's angel in this life for sure..

Hugh C. was "one of a kind"....

And we miss him already..

Jesse & JoAnn

A candle was lit by Johnny & Pam Griggers on September 20, 2017 8:36 AM

A candle was lit by Johnny & Pam Griggers on September 20, 2017 8:31 AM

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Sorry to hear about Hugh C. He will de missed. All his smiles and all his great songs. No matter who you were if he heard you voice he would no who you were and call you by name. Know that all of you are in out thoughts and prayers. We are as close as the phone if there is anything we can do for you

A candle was lit by Pat neesmith on September 20, 2017 7:21 AM

A candle was lit by Alan Humphrey on September 20, 2017 6:31 AM

A candle was lit by Peggy Lawrence on September 20, 2017 3:06 AM

Message from Alecia

Aunt Carol and Timmons, I'm so sorry I can't be there in person to give you a big hug! Uncle Hugh was a great influence in my life growing up. He was such an amazing man. I will never forget the jam sessions he and Wayne and Wyatt used to have at all the get together and reunions! Most of all I will never forget how much he loved Elvis, and how he would play me an Elvis song everyday when he worked for the radio station. You know he's up there now picking guitars with Elvis, Wyatt, and Wayne! Love you all and miss you very much.

A candle was lit by Pam Garrett on September 19, 2017 10:26 PM

A candle was lit by Bobbie Nell Carter on September 19, 2017 10:21 PM

A candle was lit by Judy Carter Rushing on September 19, 2017 10:19 PM

A candle was lit by Wayne and Kathy Davis on September 19, 2017 10:12 PM

Message from Betty and RALPH Garrett

To Carol and the family you are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss!

A candle was lit by Betty and RALPH Garrett on September 19, 2017 9:57 PM

A candle was lit by Brenda Walton on September 19, 2017 9:33 PM

A candle was lit by Sherri F. Cooper on September 19, 2017 9:17 PM

A candle was lit by Linda B. Fountain on September 19, 2017 9:16 PM

A candle was lit by Beth Morris on September 19, 2017 8:53 PM

A candle was lit by Danny and Kim Williamson on September 19, 2017 8:50 PM

A candle was lit by Monette Copeland on September 19, 2017 8:49 PM

Message from Dent Cooper

I was lucky enough to see Uncle Hugh a few years back while visiting Georgia with my dad Tommy Cooper. His personality and humor were something I will never forget. Dad always thought of Hugh as a brother and not just a friend. He still tells stories of Hugh, I feel like I have known him forever through dads stories. We grew up listening to Hugh sing gospel music. His voice was heard many times throughout our household. I know my dad missses him, just as we all do. He's a ledgend in our household because of my dad. Rest In Peace Uncle Hugh!!! Take care Carol and family know that we all out here in Utah are praying for y'all!!!

Dent Cooper

A candle was lit by Gary and Janice Meeks on September 19, 2017 8:30 PM

A candle was lit by Jimmy and Debra Sims on September 19, 2017 8:19 PM

A candle was lit by Denise Lowery on September 19, 2017 8:10 PM

A candle was lit by Leila R Smith on September 19, 2017 7:52 PM

A candle was lit by Greg and Mary James on September 19, 2017 7:14 PM

A candle was lit by Curtis and Nina Lewis on September 19, 2017 7:13 PM

A candle was lit by JacQue Spivey Cowart on September 19, 2017 7:01 PM

Message from Jeff McCranie

Mrs Carol, It was a pleasure and honor to get to be a small part of both of your lives, Yall have brightened my life over the last 3 years without even knowing it. May God give you peace and comfort in this time of grief and celebration of such a wonderful man.
Much loved, Jeff

A candle was lit by James & Kay Claxton on September 19, 2017 6:00 PM

Message from Thom Ball and Roy Longstaff

We both send are deepest sympathies to my Dads wonderful and caring wife Carol of 47 years. Who stood by him when he lost his sight, and became the eyes and shoulder to lean on, to keep him active all these years and out there in the world was no easy undertaking, but she did it with the love and encouragement she showed to everyone. She was the rock he leaned on when his health worsened and he wasn't as able to get out and about and do the things he loved. She helped him find ways to continue to enjoy his music and keep involved with family and friends. Carol has always been the one to minister and care for friends and family and is a living example of angels walking on this earth if there ever was one. She always made me feel welcome, and made it known her home was my home as well. To my brother Timmons, who Carol and I joked often, was just as much a social butterfly as my Dad. We both were amazed at how nothing in town ever seemed to escape the both of them. If you wanted to know what so in so were doing, or what was happening in town, my Dad and Timmons were the ones to ask. To my brother Timmons I thank you for all the love and support you gave both Dad and your Mom when I couldn't be there. My heart goes out to you at the loss of our father, but I'm so glad that you, Rosie and Nicholas are there to support your Mom. My Dad is larger than life, and I know how loved and cherished he was by family and friends. We will just have to hold close those memories we have and cherish them, and let them help us get through this time of deep loss for us all. I love you Dad, I know you're in a better place and that you suffer no more. We also admire your strength in leaving this word with such courage and on your own terms. You've made a difference in our lives for the better, by being in it.
Love, Peace and Comfort To All.

A candle was lit by Thom Ball and Roy Longstaff on September 19, 2017 5:12 PM

Message from Marvin McIntyre

Hugh was such an encouragement to me when I came back to Vidalia to work on the Oldies Station, WVOP, in 1994. He knew something, almost every day, about the songs I was playing. So sorry for your loss.

A candle was lit by Patty on September 19, 2017 4:46 PM

Expression of Sympathy

A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on September 19, 2017

GOD only sends HIS BEST SOLDIERS to his kingdom! May GOD bless Carol & Timmons through this journey. The Williams Family Riceboro, GA

A candle was lit by Brenda Jarriel on September 19, 2017 4:30 PM

A candle was lit by Barry & Ellen Brown on September 19, 2017 4:04 PM