Thomas Allen Greenwood, age 69 of Flora, Illinois passed away peacefully at 9:11 am, Wednesday, June 12, 2025 at his home with his loving family by his side.
Tom was born on October 19, 1955 to Rolla “Shug” and Nora (Flexter) Greenwood, in Flora Community Hospital. Thomas grew up in flora and built a beautiful and successful life. Tom was preceded in death on 06/11/25 to join his mother: Nora; father: Shug of Flora; sister: Alice Zimmer of Colorado; nephews: John and Michael Greenwood of Florida.
Tom is survived by his wife: Connie Greenwood of Flora; siblings: Judy Baity of Flora, Richard “Dick” (Daryl) Greenwood of Florida, Irvin Zimmer; 9 children: Benjamin Greenwood of Los Lunas, New Mexico, Bethany Greenwood of Princeton, Illinois, Eric Bright of Atlanta, Georgia, Topper Eastin of Flora, Logan (Deonna) Hargis of Clay City, Travis ( Paisley Eastin, Briar Eastin, Evie Hargis, Emmy Hargis, Gracie Colclasure, Lynnlee Hargis, Linux Hargis, and Ella Greenwood; 1 great-grandson: Fylnn Gragert; several nieces and nephews; his band members that he thought of as family; Josh (Lori) Phillips of Louisville, Matthew (Bethany) Lovett of Flora, and Richard Tucker of Flora, together they became the “Benefits”
Thomas ran a business of “pest control” that he acquired from this uncle Don Greenwood. The business became “Greenwood Pest Control”. He was able to serve the community in their pest control needs for 35 years, until his retirement in 2023. Thomas married Connie L. Persinger on March 3, 2003 in Las Vegas, Nevada, they have now shared 22 years of life, love, and family together.
Tom was a musical genius who could play literally any instrument that was placed in his hands. Tom had many different bands that he has organized over the years. All the way from rock-roll, country, and gospel. Music was Tom’s life, he helped heal people through his music and artistry. Tom used his talents to give back to others, he organized benefits for people in need and was always ready to lend a helping hand and heart. To put it simply, Tom touched many through his music and ministry.
Tom is a member of the First Christian Church in Flora, and has been a long standing member of their “Praise Group”. Tom was also a member of the Bethlehem Christian Church in Flora. Tom was a man of God, and truly wanted to bring others closer to Christ. Tom also was an assistant leader of the Boy Scouts of America, and had led an amazing example for many young men. He assisted in trips to Philmont including donations that helped more kids be able to take a trip of a lifetime. The kids would learn about nature, teamwork, and faith from Tom and the other leaders. Tom loved nature and being outdoors. Unfortenarly Tom has battled cancer off and on for 35 years, he was a fighter and a soldier in God’s Army. The last year of Tom’s life was filled with illness, fear of the unknown, and intensive cancer treatment. However you would have never known the suffering he endured. He continued to do what he loved no matter how he may be feeling. Tom never wanted anyone to feel bad for him in his illness, helping others was his medicine.
Graveside services to celebrate Tom’s life will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, June 16, 2025, at the Elmwood Cemetery, Flora, Illinois with Jerry Kizzire officiating. Everyone attending the services are asked to meet at the cemetery just prior to service time. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family to assist with expenses.
The McGriff Funeral Home in Louisville is honored to be entrusted with the family’s care and the arrangements. To sign the guestbook online or share a memory or story of Tom, please visit www.mcgriffandtriplettfh.com.
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