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John Wanless posted a condolence
Saturday, June 12, 2021
It was unfortunate that I lost contact with Tom and David so soon after graduating from Tucker High School. -- They were a great pair of friends of mine in school, and I have often searched for you guys over the years - with no luck.
You both had such a great since of humor, it was a joy to be around you. I'll never forget how Tom put a big peace sign on top of his graduation cap! 8^)
David, if you see this message, please drop me a line at jtwanless@yahoo.com. - I'd love to catch up with you.
Take care.
~ John Wanless
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Molly T. posted a condolence
Saturday, August 12, 2017
What a guy! To this day, the best manager I've ever had. He always knew the right advice to give in the simplest way. Outside of work, he was a friend ... a true friend. Would go out of his way to help ... without hesitation. I enjoyed our brief texts and emails ... and will miss our December "Happy Birthday" exchanges. To his family - you are the LUCKIEST to have had a guy like that in your lives. Much love to you all! <3 -Molly
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Margaret Hatter lit a candle
Friday, August 4, 2017
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Margaret Hatter posted a condolence
Friday, August 4, 2017
Dearest Belinda and Family,
Words cannot express how sorry I am at the loss of Tom. He was always a support and friend to me. He was best man at my wedding, and a solid support to Jim throughout his time of need.
He loved you all so much and every time we got a visit from Tom, he went through telling us what each and every one of you were doing. You were always individuals and discussed as such. You were never grouped as Nick's family or Amanda's family. I was always so impresses with that. It was how I knew he must have been a good manager of people all those years of his career.
I send you all love. I keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I will see you all soon.
Love,
Aunt MARGARET
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Jennifer Durham, Checkers & Rally's Chief Development Officer posted a condolence
Thursday, August 3, 2017
Our heartfelt wishes are extended to Tom's family and while he was only part of the Checkers and Rally's family for a short time, his impact will be forever felt. In your time of grief, please know that we extend prayers for peace.
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Randy J. Hayes posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 2, 2017
My Condolences to the family,
Coastal Express, Inc. would like to say, Thank you, Tom. Your time traveled down to Jackson, Ms was very helpful in our construction. We have finally gotten it ready to open, August 8. I know you would have been proud of this completion. So, while in Heaven walking around with Jesus, recommend a Rally's or Checkers in that Glorious place. And as you are speaking to God about how you made it over, Give a shout out to Us down here. I read your obituary, you have accomplished alot between the DASH of life. Your legacy will live on through many lives. We Love you Brother, but God Love You Best!
Randy J. Hayes
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Saleem Lakhani lit a candle
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
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So sorry for the loss, may his soul rest in eternal peace.
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Bonnie Eaton posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Your dad is in some of my earliest memories as a kid! Him and your mom both provided such a loving and fun home that I wanted to come visit everyday, and often did as a tiny four year old kid! Your dad was always smiling and warm and kind to me and my brother! Your mom and dad agreed to keep me and my brother for the week after my parents got married and they were on their honeymoon. They had a going away party for me and Brad at their house and made us a book of drawings and goodbye letters from all of our friends! I still have that book to this day and that was almost 25 years ago! Your parents impacted my life in so many ways with their imaginative and creative and welcoming home, and I will never forget your dad and his awesome Mustache! Sending Love and hugs and prayers to all of you Hatter's through this difficult time! I love you guys tons!
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Tom Plantulli posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
My Thoughts and Prayers go out to Tom's Family.
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Kathleen Padden posted a condolence
Monday, July 31, 2017
As Tom finds rest in the Lord, may you find guidance in navigating a world without him.
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bill @ Donna Starcevic Valiant Modular posted a condolence
Monday, July 31, 2017
I only knew Tom for a year but I considered him a great friend as we would talk 4 or 5 times a day.
God I miss those calls!
Always had time to talk to me.
I will miss him very much
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Beth M. Higgs posted a condolence
Monday, July 31, 2017
Tom Hatter means a great deal to me. Not only is he the father of two of my dearest, lifelong friends, but he was, in turn, a figure of strength and values in my life that made a critical impression on me at a young age.
Tom prized knowledge and education, and he was always ready to praise. He was my first point of reference in everything I did, from my first job to adopting pets and whatever fell in between. I'm a rather private person who tends to only share news after the fact, so Tom would be the first (and often only) person I would call before major life decisions. I would ask if I could list him, and he always told me yes. I think he liked that I called even though I already knew the answer, and I considered hearing his voice as the point where changes felt "real." He was ever excited and encouraging, and, even though he wasn't my father, I've always felt the sort of drive to impress and please Tom that I feel with my own dad. It's a good and safe feeling that I will dearly miss.
Between Tom and Belinda, both, I have always had the very best second parents. They've prayed for me, cared for me, have never missed a birthday or anniversary, have always rejoiced in my accomplishments, and loved me through my lowest points. I think our relationship through the years has been truly unusual in the most precious of ways.
Tom was goofy. Amanda and I were a handful, I'm sure, but he and Belinda always took it in stride. Always encouraged us to be ourselves. My first or second time meeting Tom, I handed him a purple CD from the backseat of their van. Tom saw it and said, "oh! Grape!" and bit it. He held it in his mouth until Amanda corrected him. He was always ready to play, and that, in itself, is the thing that stands out the most to me in my memories of Tom. That he was a goofball, and that he loved his kids. And he loved helping Belinda make them as goofy as them.
While I was working my first job in high school, I had gotten off very late one night during a massive thunder storm. I tried to get past the water for quite some time, until it was the dead of night, almost flooding my car. I was scared and prideful, and I wanted to go home and be safe. But I couldn't get there. So I called Tom.
Amanda was fast asleep, and Nick was away at college. I knew Tom and Belinda would, certainly, also, be asleep. But I reached out, and I heard Tom's calm, tired voice on the phone. He acted like it was the most natural thing in the world, and he just told me to come home to them. They made up Nick's bed, and Belinda waited up for me until I made it safely. Tom woke me for work in the morning, and they never mentioned it again.
I can't tell you the trust that fostered in me. Not only with the Hatters but with people in general. It taught me an important lesson about helping your loved ones that I carry to this day, and it taught me that pride has no place in love. That love bridges over the valley.
I love Amanda, Caleb, Skylee, Nola, Solomon, and Penelope. I love Nick, Katie, Adelaide, and Wren. I love Belinda. And I, certainly, love Tom - present tense. I'm so grateful to have these people in my life, to have had Tom in my life, and I have been changed by their love and the lessons each has taught me. I miss Tom dearly, and I can't believe this happened so soon. But I have been truly blessed by Tom and his family, and I'm so thankful. <3
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