Tommy Franklin Correll

T ommy Franklin Correll, 69, of Bessemer City, passed away March 3, 2022, at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby.

He was born July 19, 1952, in Gaston County, son of the late Frank John Correll and Flonnie Cash Correll.

Tommy was a loving father and grandfather who loved spending time with his family and his dog Ginger.

He enjoyed NASCAR, repairing lawn mowers and other small engines. He loved the outdoors and nature.

A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at Greene Funeral Service, West Chapel, 216 Archie Whitesides Rd. Gastonia, officiated by Pastor Joe Heafner.

The family will receive friends 6-8 pm Monday, March 7, 2022, at the funeral home.

Interment will be at Westview Gardens, Bessemer City.

Tommy is survived by his son, TJ Kirby and wife Robin; daughter, Sherry Hallman and husband Jody; brother, Alvin Correll ; grandchildren, Amanda Moore and husband Eric, Cory Hallman, Andrew Kirby, Samantha Kirby; great-grandchildren, Aiden Buckles, Brynnleigh Shoup, Gabby Moore, Candice Moore.

In addition to his parents Tommy was preceded in death by his brothers, Roy, Paul and Sid Correll; sisters, Jean Cantrell, Sally Parton, Rita Correll.

Arrangements are with the West Chapel of Greene Funeral Service, Gastonia.