Obituary for Tommy Brinkley Short of Aberdeen

Tommy Brinkley Short, 58, a life – long resident of Aberdeen, went home to his Lord on Wednesday, July 26th, 2023.

Born March 13, 1965, he was the son of the late John Thomas and Peggy Jane Gaines Short.  He was preceded in death by his brother Gregory Short.  Tommy is survived by his daughter Katelyn McRae and son Josh.  He was the brother of Daniel “Barry” Short and Tina Short.  Tommy was the loving Papa to June “Janie”.

Tommy graduated Pinecrest High School, class of 1983.  He went on to work in local textile mills for many years and was also a conductor Aberdeen Carolina Western Railroad.  Tommy loved football and was a diehard Miami Dolphins fanatic.  He was a good listener who made everyone feel welcome and could easily be the “life of the party”.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Online condolences may be made at www.BolesFuneralHome.com

Services are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines.

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