Celebrating the life of
Thomas Edwin Solomon, Sr.
April 10, 1957 - December 28, 2016
Thomas Edwin Solomon, Sr.
Tybee Island - Thomas E. Solomon (Tommy), died suddenly December 28, 2016, doing what he loved; working at his landscaping business.
He was born April 10, 1957, to Frances H. Solomon, and Edmund J. Solomon Sr. in Savannah. He was a lifelong resident of Tybee Island.
Tommy was a graduate of Johnson High School, class of 1975. He started his landscaping business shortly thereafter. He was a former volunteer with the Tybee Island Fire Department, and a member of the Savannah Ski Club. He was also a devoted member of The Seed Church.
Surviving Tommy are his son, Thomas E. Solomon Jr., his siblings, Edmund Solomon Jr. (Donna), Gloria Stettler, and Christopher P. Solomon (Patricia). Several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a beloved brother, John P. Solomon Sr.
Tommy had a special love for his business and for Tybee. If he wasn't working, he was on the water, or on the barrier islands hunting shark’s teeth. He had a passion for nautical memorabilia, and anything brass. He also loved ski trips and cruises. Throughout his life, there was always a dog by his side; too many to mention. A man and his dog.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, January 1, 2017 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
The funeral will be 11:00 a.m., Monday at the funeral home.
Interment will follow in Bonaventure Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Seed Church Building Fund, 1950 Chatham Parkway, Savannah GA, 31405.
Sad year for the Solomon family. Our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
- Steve and Ginger Strickland, tybee island, ga
To the Solomon Family - We send our most sincere condolences to the entire Solomon family on the death of Tommy Solomon. He was a great help to us throughout the years, and was a friend as well. We are neighbors at 26 Estill Hammock Road. We will never forget Tommy and his smiling face and always kind words. Kevin and Cynthia Gaw
- Kevin Gaw, Marietta, GA,
Revelation 21:3,4
- Jehovah's Witnesses, Pooler, GA
It was such a honor to know Tommy and be apart of his world on Tybee. The island will always love him for his wonderful smile, beautiful memories & warming heart! He was such a strong man who will continue to be Tybee's guardian forever. My prayers are with Tommy Jr, family and friends. I love you all very much.
- Ashley Bouffard, Detroit , MI
I am so sorry to hear about Tommy's accident. God bless him , his family and friends. I know he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you all. Much love, Connie.
- Connie McBride , Tybee Island , GA
our prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Tommy will be missed.
- laura & roger leonard, tybee island, ga
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Soloman family. You and Tybee has a lost a good friend.
- Hoyt and Ruth Daughtry, Statesboro , Ga
Tommy trimmed our palm trees at 1207 Bay Street when we purchased it in 1981 and every year since. We will miss you, Tommy, for your dry wit and professional approach to your risky business. While we spend only half te year on Tybee, the beautiful palm trees cared for by you always were on our mind. Godspeed.
- Bob & Jean Morgan, Tybee Island, GA
We are sure you know that Tommy touched the lives of many. He has been helping us through the years since the late '90's with work on our dock, to white rock in the drive way, and taking down trees. Even though we were not personal friends, it always felt like he was part of the family and was there when we needed him. His sudden passing was and continues to be a shock. We offer our deepest sympathy to you his family and closest friends. We will miss having him in our life
- Debbie Bennett and Mary Burdsal, Savannah, Ga
Tommy was Tybee he was always a friend to everyone. I will miss him as everyone on Tybee will. His faith and love will live in all of us forever. Love you Tommy go with god!
- trombley, savannah, ga
Condolences to the Solomon family on the loss of a truly unique individual. Eight bells ring out and every cabbage palm on his beloved barrier island is weeping a tear - may he rest in eternal peace and may we always remember the friendship he extended to all ! Respectfully, John Mulligan
- John Mulligan, Tybee Island, Georgia
Our hearts go out to the entire Solomon family. It will not be the same Tybee Island, without seeing Tommy, everywhere, everyday. We Will Miss You Untill We Meet Again Don & Jamie Mooney
- Don & Jamie Mooney, Tybee Island, Ga
I would see Tommy every weekend with out fail in the spring and summer coming to have breakfast at the sunrise and sometimes at the breakfast club one thing that I loved about Tommy he always knew where to park his big truck so it wouldn't interfere with me parking other customers or my beach parking customers he always had a smile after eating of course lol! and was always friendly and full of conversation he had a real zest for life seeing him sick last year was heart breaking but he fought a hard fight and bounced back to see him now gone brings the heartbreak back God speed Tommy my heart will always have a place for you and your big truck at the Sunrise
- Will jordan , Savannah ga,
My heartfelt condolences to the Solomon Family.
- Nancy Hickman, Guyton, Ga
Tommy was the true definition of a friend. He would drop what he was doing, give with all of his heart and ask nothing in return. I always smiled when I passed his sign. His smile and laughter was contiguous! There's a sweet reunion with his parents and brother in Heaven. Sail on, brother. You are loved and will be missed! God bless the family that is grieving. May you find joy and comfort in the memories.
- Keith & Dena Turner, Rincon, GA
So sad to hear about Tommy. He was such a religious man and always help others anytime he was called. He helped us many years during yard work in our homes & business. He truly loved working outdoors and being close to God.
- Frances,Jeannie & Harry Spirides, Knoxville, , TN
Tommy Solomon was a good man from a good family. He was loved and will truly be missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with he and his family.
- Danny Weatherly , Savannah, Ga
Our thoughts and prayers to the Solomon Clan. Tommy was a good man, see ya in the river brother.
- Stan & Bobbie Allen, Tybee Isl., Ga.
Deepest condolences to the Soloman family Tommy was a good man always there to help in any way he could .He was always there when we needed him if it was advice or getting something done and Chris is the same way must be a family thing.God bless you brother.
- Charlie and Sandy Brewer, Soddy Daisy, Tennessee
Love and prayers to the family.
- , ,
I was a friend of Tommys from high school. My thoughts and prayers go to all his family. Keeping the faith and remembering our blessed hope.
- Donna Davis, Savannah (Talahi Isl), Ga
Sorry to hear of this happening
- Randy and janelle bragg, Cleveland , Ga
tommy was a person with a large hart who love family and friends. loved all animals except for sharks when they were trying to bite hem. love to party,was not afraid to take on the world and could not be a better person . I will miss all of the memories that I have had with this amazing person. never forgotten and always LOVED good by my friend. thank you for the memories that you and tybee has given to me
- joey ayala, savannah, ga
We are so sad to hear of Tommy's passing, but we rejoice that he is in heaven. We went to church with Tommy in the early 1980's . We remember fondly all the oyster roasts he hosted at his house on Tybee Island ! Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
- Steve and Ginger Johnson, Madisonville , Ky
So sorry for this great loss. What a wonderful person Tommy is. He will be greatly missed by many. I have many many memories of time spent with this character. Hugs & prayers to all
- Red Driver, Lake Murray, Chapin , SC
Tommy was a great man. So sorry for your loss. I will miss him always
- Lyndia Carpenter, Savannah, Ga
This news hurts my heart. I will always remember him as one of the sweet "beach" boys. He was always polite and quick with a funny observation. He was a wonderful person!
- Cndee (Chambers0 King, Lawrenceville, GA
I will miss Tommy's smile and laughter. Praying that the entire family, especially Little Tom, be surrounded by God's love during this tragic, sad time.
- Mary Martyn , Sonora , CA
Tommy was a great friend and a blessed man and wanted to share his love for Jesus to everyone. The world will seem unbalanced without him. The world has lost a wonderful person. I pray for peace that passes all understanding for all his friends and family.
- Vickey Chervenak, Savannah, Georgia
tommy was and is a good man! god bless him and his family!
- daniel and theresa perkins, tybee island, ga
Thoughts and Prayers to the entire Solomon nation of friends and family. What a tremendous loss. Tommy was so much more than a Landscaper. He was a mechanical wizard, white-rock artist, home builder, fun-loving friend, man's man and true Tybee Island icon. How many people can you think of to call if you had to get an 18-wheeler out from being stuck in the sand next to the old TIPD, on a Sunday no less. I could only think of one and he was there in no time, driving his back-hoe, chains in hand and never asked for a penny. Just a small memory of thousands of acts of kindness I'm sure. Special condolences to Chris and Tommy Jr. You have lost more than a father and brother, you have lost a truly great man!
- Tom and Weazy Sullivan, ,
He is a One of a Kind !! He was Always kind and genuine a True Friend and Tybee will never be the same !! Every time we hear a chain saw or smell a bomb fire he will be smiling down in us!!
- Fidgit & Garrett, Tybee Island,
Our Family is so very sorry for the loss of Tommy. He was a good man. We feel that he is in the arms of Jesus for sure. May The Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him Forever. With Love and Sympathy, The Harper Family
- Harper Family, savannah , ga
Our prayers and thoughts are with Tommy's family. We will miss this kind soul.
- John and Carolyn Jurick, Tybee Island, GA
Our deepest condolences the the Solomon family. Our prayers of peace to you all. Tommy was along time friend and helped us just recently on our family property at Tybee. He will be truly missed. Dale,Sadie Herrington Deepest condolences to the family. Will cherish the childhood memories we had together. Friends forever. Denise Fountain Campbell
- Herrington/Fountain /Campbell , Port wentworth , Ga
We have lost a special person. Prayers to his family ??
- Anne & Edgar Smith, Savannah , Ga
All the times I visited Tybee and saw Tommy's billboard and the memories of him at SCJ. I am so sad to hear of his passing but know Tommy is in Heaven. My condolences to his family and friends.
- Jan (Knight) Ward, Kennesaw, GA
Gloria, Chris, and all: Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences. I loved Tommy and considered him a dear friend. God Bless You and comfort you. -Mary-
- Rose Mary Brown Woods, Tybee and Savannah, GA
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tommy, Jr and all of Tommy's family. What a great person he was, had a heart of gold and lived every day of his life with "purpose"! No doubt that he will start this new year gloriously in Heaven, but he will be missed dearly here on Earth. I will remember forever how kind he was to me and my son TJ when we lived at Tybee...Truly one of a kind!
- Linda Nalley Al-Jabere, Aiken, SC
Tommy was an amazing man: Strong, brave, funny, optimistic, loving, friendly, caring, and generous. A true Southern gentleman. We will miss him terribly. Our deepest condolences to the Solomons, Stettlers, and all of his many family members and friends.
- Terri & Mike Patillo, Savannah & Tybee, GA
Great memory of Tommy is bumping into him at anti abortion rally State Capital Georgia. He practiced his beliefs. Great man. God Bless his family during this sad time.
- Cannady, Tybee, Ga
Tommy was one of a kind, and will be greatly missed. RIP
- , ,
Well done, good and faithful servant. The island is still crying but Heaven received a wonderful angel. May light perpetual shine upon him.
- Charlie Kirk and Patti Neidlinger, Tybee Island, Ga
Tommy climbed his tallest tree on Wednesday - all the way to heaven. God bless him and his family. Tybee lost one of its best. We will all miss him.
- Patty Patterson, Tybee Island, GA
With sympathy and sadness our prayers go out to the family.
- Mike Dean and Erin Lowe, Tybee Island , Ga
Tybee has lost a huge part of the soul of the island & a treasure to the everyday needs of all residents.
- Jack & Nancy Boylston, Tybee,
Prayers be with the Solomon family. I still remember the day we met Tommy and the kindness he showed us as newbie Tybee residents, the fruit he shared and his passion for the work he did to beautify our Tybee. You leave a wonderful legacy on this island, friend, and may you now rest in peace.
- Eddie & Lisa Dean, Tybee Island, GA
Our deep condolences. We are so very saddened by his loss and will miss Tommy. He was a pleasure and so very kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He is in heaven , a very good soul.
- jJulee and Greg Wilets, Tybee Island, GA
Chris and Pat, please know how deeply sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Robert & Susan Schuenemann, Winder, Ga.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know Tommy is in heaven and his faith was strong. He will be missed on tybee. And by his family and friends.
- Carrie traeger, Tybee. Island,
We are deeply saddened to learn of Thomas Solomon's passing. Our thoughts and prayers for Gloria, Susie, and all of the Stettler and Solomon families.
- Jerome & Nell Wall, Rincon, GA
Deepest condolences for yours and Tybee Island's Loss.. Tommy will be missed!
- Carol Kaminsky , Tybee Island , Ga
Sad year for the Solomon family. Our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
- Steve and Ginger Strickland, tybee island, ga
To the Solomon Family - We send our most sincere condolences to the entire Solomon family on the death of Tommy Solomon. He was a great help to us throughout the years, and was a friend as well. We are neighbors at 26 Estill Hammock Road. We will never forget Tommy and his smiling face and always kind words. Kevin and Cynthia Gaw
- Kevin Gaw, Marietta, GA,
Revelation 21:3,4
- Jehovah's Witnesses, Pooler, GA
It was such a honor to know Tommy and be apart of his world on Tybee. The island will always love him for his wonderful smile, beautiful memories & warming heart! He was such a strong man who will continue to be Tybee's guardian forever. My prayers are with Tommy Jr, family and friends. I love you all very much.
- Ashley Bouffard, Detroit , MI
I am so sorry to hear about Tommy's accident. God bless him , his family and friends. I know he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you all. Much love, Connie.
- Connie McBride , Tybee Island , GA
our prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Tommy will be missed.
- laura & roger leonard, tybee island, ga
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Soloman family. You and Tybee has a lost a good friend.
- Hoyt and Ruth Daughtry, Statesboro , Ga
Tommy trimmed our palm trees at 1207 Bay Street when we purchased it in 1981 and every year since. We will miss you, Tommy, for your dry wit and professional approach to your risky business. While we spend only half te year on Tybee, the beautiful palm trees cared for by you always were on our mind. Godspeed.
- Bob & Jean Morgan, Tybee Island, GA
We are sure you know that Tommy touched the lives of many. He has been helping us through the years since the late '90's with work on our dock, to white rock in the drive way, and taking down trees. Even though we were not personal friends, it always felt like he was part of the family and was there when we needed him. His sudden passing was and continues to be a shock. We offer our deepest sympathy to you his family and closest friends. We will miss having him in our life
- Debbie Bennett and Mary Burdsal, Savannah, Ga
Tommy was Tybee he was always a friend to everyone. I will miss him as everyone on Tybee will. His faith and love will live in all of us forever. Love you Tommy go with god!
- trombley, savannah, ga
Condolences to the Solomon family on the loss of a truly unique individual. Eight bells ring out and every cabbage palm on his beloved barrier island is weeping a tear - may he rest in eternal peace and may we always remember the friendship he extended to all ! Respectfully, John Mulligan
- John Mulligan, Tybee Island, Georgia
Our hearts go out to the entire Solomon family. It will not be the same Tybee Island, without seeing Tommy, everywhere, everyday. We Will Miss You Untill We Meet Again Don & Jamie Mooney
- Don & Jamie Mooney, Tybee Island, Ga
I would see Tommy every weekend with out fail in the spring and summer coming to have breakfast at the sunrise and sometimes at the breakfast club one thing that I loved about Tommy he always knew where to park his big truck so it wouldn't interfere with me parking other customers or my beach parking customers he always had a smile after eating of course lol! and was always friendly and full of conversation he had a real zest for life seeing him sick last year was heart breaking but he fought a hard fight and bounced back to see him now gone brings the heartbreak back God speed Tommy my heart will always have a place for you and your big truck at the Sunrise
- Will jordan , Savannah ga,
My heartfelt condolences to the Solomon Family.
- Nancy Hickman, Guyton, Ga
Tommy was the true definition of a friend. He would drop what he was doing, give with all of his heart and ask nothing in return. I always smiled when I passed his sign. His smile and laughter was contiguous! There's a sweet reunion with his parents and brother in Heaven. Sail on, brother. You are loved and will be missed! God bless the family that is grieving. May you find joy and comfort in the memories.
- Keith & Dena Turner, Rincon, GA
So sad to hear about Tommy. He was such a religious man and always help others anytime he was called. He helped us many years during yard work in our homes & business. He truly loved working outdoors and being close to God.
- Frances,Jeannie & Harry Spirides, Knoxville, , TN
Tommy Solomon was a good man from a good family. He was loved and will truly be missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with he and his family.
- Danny Weatherly , Savannah, Ga
Our thoughts and prayers to the Solomon Clan. Tommy was a good man, see ya in the river brother.
- Stan & Bobbie Allen, Tybee Isl., Ga.
Deepest condolences to the Soloman family Tommy was a good man always there to help in any way he could .He was always there when we needed him if it was advice or getting something done and Chris is the same way must be a family thing.God bless you brother.
- Charlie and Sandy Brewer, Soddy Daisy, Tennessee
Love and prayers to the family.
- , ,
I was a friend of Tommys from high school. My thoughts and prayers go to all his family. Keeping the faith and remembering our blessed hope.
- Donna Davis, Savannah (Talahi Isl), Ga
Sorry to hear of this happening
- Randy and janelle bragg, Cleveland , Ga
tommy was a person with a large hart who love family and friends. loved all animals except for sharks when they were trying to bite hem. love to party,was not afraid to take on the world and could not be a better person . I will miss all of the memories that I have had with this amazing person. never forgotten and always LOVED good by my friend. thank you for the memories that you and tybee has given to me
- joey ayala, savannah, ga
We are so sad to hear of Tommy's passing, but we rejoice that he is in heaven. We went to church with Tommy in the early 1980's . We remember fondly all the oyster roasts he hosted at his house on Tybee Island ! Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
- Steve and Ginger Johnson, Madisonville , Ky
So sorry for this great loss. What a wonderful person Tommy is. He will be greatly missed by many. I have many many memories of time spent with this character. Hugs & prayers to all
- Red Driver, Lake Murray, Chapin , SC
Tommy was a great man. So sorry for your loss. I will miss him always
- Lyndia Carpenter, Savannah, Ga
This news hurts my heart. I will always remember him as one of the sweet "beach" boys. He was always polite and quick with a funny observation. He was a wonderful person!
- Cndee (Chambers0 King, Lawrenceville, GA
I will miss Tommy's smile and laughter. Praying that the entire family, especially Little Tom, be surrounded by God's love during this tragic, sad time.
- Mary Martyn , Sonora , CA
Tommy was a great friend and a blessed man and wanted to share his love for Jesus to everyone. The world will seem unbalanced without him. The world has lost a wonderful person. I pray for peace that passes all understanding for all his friends and family.
- Vickey Chervenak, Savannah, Georgia
tommy was and is a good man! god bless him and his family!
- daniel and theresa perkins, tybee island, ga
Thoughts and Prayers to the entire Solomon nation of friends and family. What a tremendous loss. Tommy was so much more than a Landscaper. He was a mechanical wizard, white-rock artist, home builder, fun-loving friend, man's man and true Tybee Island icon. How many people can you think of to call if you had to get an 18-wheeler out from being stuck in the sand next to the old TIPD, on a Sunday no less. I could only think of one and he was there in no time, driving his back-hoe, chains in hand and never asked for a penny. Just a small memory of thousands of acts of kindness I'm sure. Special condolences to Chris and Tommy Jr. You have lost more than a father and brother, you have lost a truly great man!
- Tom and Weazy Sullivan, ,
He is a One of a Kind !! He was Always kind and genuine a True Friend and Tybee will never be the same !! Every time we hear a chain saw or smell a bomb fire he will be smiling down in us!!
- Fidgit & Garrett, Tybee Island,
Our Family is so very sorry for the loss of Tommy. He was a good man. We feel that he is in the arms of Jesus for sure. May The Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him Forever. With Love and Sympathy, The Harper Family
- Harper Family, savannah , ga
Our prayers and thoughts are with Tommy's family. We will miss this kind soul.
- John and Carolyn Jurick, Tybee Island, GA
Our deepest condolences the the Solomon family. Our prayers of peace to you all. Tommy was along time friend and helped us just recently on our family property at Tybee. He will be truly missed. Dale,Sadie Herrington Deepest condolences to the family. Will cherish the childhood memories we had together. Friends forever. Denise Fountain Campbell
- Herrington/Fountain /Campbell , Port wentworth , Ga
We have lost a special person. Prayers to his family ??
- Anne & Edgar Smith, Savannah , Ga
All the times I visited Tybee and saw Tommy's billboard and the memories of him at SCJ. I am so sad to hear of his passing but know Tommy is in Heaven. My condolences to his family and friends.
- Jan (Knight) Ward, Kennesaw, GA
Gloria, Chris, and all: Please accept my deepest sympathies and condolences. I loved Tommy and considered him a dear friend. God Bless You and comfort you. -Mary-
- Rose Mary Brown Woods, Tybee and Savannah, GA
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tommy, Jr and all of Tommy's family. What a great person he was, had a heart of gold and lived every day of his life with "purpose"! No doubt that he will start this new year gloriously in Heaven, but he will be missed dearly here on Earth. I will remember forever how kind he was to me and my son TJ when we lived at Tybee...Truly one of a kind!
- Linda Nalley Al-Jabere, Aiken, SC
Tommy was an amazing man: Strong, brave, funny, optimistic, loving, friendly, caring, and generous. A true Southern gentleman. We will miss him terribly. Our deepest condolences to the Solomons, Stettlers, and all of his many family members and friends.
- Terri & Mike Patillo, Savannah & Tybee, GA
Great memory of Tommy is bumping into him at anti abortion rally State Capital Georgia. He practiced his beliefs. Great man. God Bless his family during this sad time.
- Cannady, Tybee, Ga
Tommy was one of a kind, and will be greatly missed. RIP
- , ,
Well done, good and faithful servant. The island is still crying but Heaven received a wonderful angel. May light perpetual shine upon him.
- Charlie Kirk and Patti Neidlinger, Tybee Island, Ga
Tommy climbed his tallest tree on Wednesday - all the way to heaven. God bless him and his family. Tybee lost one of its best. We will all miss him.
- Patty Patterson, Tybee Island, GA
With sympathy and sadness our prayers go out to the family.
- Mike Dean and Erin Lowe, Tybee Island , Ga
Tybee has lost a huge part of the soul of the island & a treasure to the everyday needs of all residents.
- Jack & Nancy Boylston, Tybee,
Prayers be with the Solomon family. I still remember the day we met Tommy and the kindness he showed us as newbie Tybee residents, the fruit he shared and his passion for the work he did to beautify our Tybee. You leave a wonderful legacy on this island, friend, and may you now rest in peace.
- Eddie & Lisa Dean, Tybee Island, GA
Our deep condolences. We are so very saddened by his loss and will miss Tommy. He was a pleasure and so very kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He is in heaven , a very good soul.
- jJulee and Greg Wilets, Tybee Island, GA
Chris and Pat, please know how deeply sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
- Robert & Susan Schuenemann, Winder, Ga.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know Tommy is in heaven and his faith was strong. He will be missed on tybee. And by his family and friends.
- Carrie traeger, Tybee. Island,
We are deeply saddened to learn of Thomas Solomon's passing. Our thoughts and prayers for Gloria, Susie, and all of the Stettler and Solomon families.
- Jerome & Nell Wall, Rincon, GA
Deepest condolences for yours and Tybee Island's Loss.. Tommy will be missed!
- Carol Kaminsky , Tybee Island , Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
