Thomas Grubb

Mr. Thomas Alexander Grubb, better know as Tom, age 75 of Todd, NC died Friday, December 4, 2009 at Watauga Medical Center.  Mr. Grubb was born April 10, 1934 in Ashe County to the late William and Anna Lou Stephens Grubb.  In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by three brothers: Burl, Ervin and Reece Grubb.  Tom was a loving husband to Rita W. Grubb for 54 years. He was a devoted father to six children. Tom first worked as a sawmiller but spent the remainder of his life in construction work and was known for his talents in masonry. He was a faithful member and trustee of Baldwin Community Church. His involvement in the church included serving as Sunday school teacher, song leader and board member. Tom lived his life devoted to Christ and was willing to do anything to bring upbuilding to God's kingdom.  Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 6, 2009 at 3:00 PM at Baldwin Community Church by Rev. Randy Peters, Rev. David Grinnell and Rev. J. D. Walton. Burial will follow in the Bethany Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Saturday, December 5th at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Grubb is survived by:  His wife:  Rita Wood Grubb  Four sons:  Greg Grubb Sr. and wife Donna of West Jefferson, Jeff Grubb and wife Pam of Todd, Tim Grubb of Charlotte and Anthony Grubb of Wilmington  Two daughters:  Sheila Walter and husband Wesley of West Jefferson and Sharon Houck and husband Jeff of West Jefferson  Two brothers:  G. V. Grubb of Todd and Bryce Grubb of Creston  Three sisters:  Laila Walker and Essie Thomas of Winston-Salem & Sandra Miller of Greensboro  9 grandchildren:  Nelson Grubb, Shannon Hincher, Amber and Brittney Grubb, Adam, Philip and Zachary Walter, Sarah & Simon Houck   5 great-grandchildren, several nieces & nephews  Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to: Baldwin Community Church Building Fund 1549 Hwy. 194 S., Todd, NC 28684  You may send and view email condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com.  Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.