Tommy Richard Combs, 67, of Fayetteville, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023 in Fayetteville. He was born September 17, 1956 in Fayetteville, AR to Thomas “Clint” and Virginia Lee Garrett Combs.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers-in-law Greg Hulse and Jerry Lade; and a nephew Brandon Dean Combs.
Tommy was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a truck driver and an auto mechanic. He enjoyed auto racing, blue grass music and wood crafting.
He is survived by his wife Rose Banks Combs of the home to whom he married July 31, 1976; two sons, Clint Combs (Amy) of Springdale and Billy Combs (Jeanette) of Fayetteville; two daughters, Michelle Smith (Wayne) of Watson, LA and Amy Neugebauer (Michael) of Springdale; a brother Burl Combs (Paula) of Elkins; a sister Devona Hulse of Springdale; a sister-in-law Marie Lade of Fayetteville; 11 grandchildren, Derek Drymon (Brittney), Drake Drymon, Colton Combs, EmilyLauren Smith, Hunter Combs, Savannah Combs, Abby Combs, Grayson Combs, Jayce Neugebauer, Skye Neugebauer, and Xavier Neugebauer; 5 great-grandchildren, Addison, Davis, Declan, Rhett, and Aspyn; best-friend Tommy Lewis (Tawnya); and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
A memorial service will be 12:30 PM Thursday, October 19, 2023 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel with Pastor Tim Beers officiating.
Inurnment will follow in the Fayetteville National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a cancer research of your choice.
Cremation arrangements by Beard’s Funeral Chapel.
I’m so heart broken Tom is gone from Us. But he’s in a better place and in no pain.
Gonna miss the nights at the race track Tom giving me a hard time. But one thing Tom loved Rose, his kids and Grandkids along with everyone he came across.
We need more Tom’s in this world
sorry to hear for you guys lose i dont know if you guys remember me or not i delivered parts for poor mans and watch all the older guys race we are loosing them fast shake the hand or heck give a hug to these guys who made us who we wanted to be before they ard all gone and thank them god speed tom spin out ole whats his name up there
The world lost another good man yesterday. You are gone to young, and too soon. may you rest in peace knowing there will be many people sharing stories about you in the future, about how you enriched there lives just by knowing you. I know I have talked about a guy I know in Arkansas, and it is you. Rest easy Tom, your family is in good hands.
This world lost a great man and a good friend he will be missed but never forgotten My thoughts and prayers go out To Clint , Billy, Michelle And his wonderful wife and best friend Rose
I’m so sorry on hearing of your passing Tom.. U are a great guy and will be greatly missed.. I have so many memories of you and my dad racing in the old days spending time with you and your family when you all weren’t racing ..Enjoy racing in that big sky and till we all meet again rest in peace
Much love hugs and prayers Rose Billy Clint Michelle and the rest of the family
Sorry to hear of Tom’s passing Tom spent a lot of time working on my old junk
Tom’s family you are in my prayers God Bless you all
Tom rest in peace Brother you earned it
Rose I am so sorry for your loss. May you have peace and comfort at this time 🙏
A good man gone to soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you Rose, Clint, Michele and Billy. RIP Tom and keep an eye on us all from Heaven
Tommy and I grew up as neighbors. So many memories from childhood. Tommy loved to take things apart and to see how it works. His dad – Clint had bought a new lawn mower. Tommy took it about and worked on it. When he put it back together he had parts left over. Clinton was telling my dad that it ran better than before! Just one of many memories growing up on Ellis Ave in Fayetteville.
Rose & family- You all remain in our thoughts…praying that you find comfort in loving memories.
Tom will be missed by many, he was a great man and he will be truly missed.
Prayers for comfort and peace for the entire Combs family. With love, Danny Hulse and Elizabeth Hulse
So sorry for your loss. Harrison and Rosie VANOVER Juan and Debbie Hernandez and Tina bryant