Wednesday, August 10, 2022 11:40 am

Thomas "Tom" Harold Dotson, age 54, of Spindale, passed away Friday, August 5, 2022.

Tom was a native of Rutherford County and retired sales manager for NC Tractor and Farm Supply in Rutherfordton.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents WWII veteran Fred Leonard Dotson and June Allen Dotson, brothers Steve, Gary, Freddie, Ronald, Ronnie Dotson and "lil Andy" Merrett.

Those left to cherish his memory include long-time friend and significant other Kimberly Guffey, his children Beth, Lee, Nickolas and Tabitha Dotson, sister Becky Martinez, brother John and his wife Cathy, sister in law Kay, his very special aunt Jean and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A celebration of Tom's life was held August 9 at Grays Creek Baptist Church with Chaplain Jill Johnson officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills PO Box 336 Forest City, NC 28043.

Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com