Thomas Ralph Pillow, 74, passed away on October 12, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 15, 1952, in Milan, Tennessee.

Mr. Pillow graduated from the University of Tennessee at Martin and went on to serve his country as a Captain in the U.S. Army. He later built a career with Raben Tire Inc. in Owensboro, Kentucky, from which he retired. He was also a member of First Baptist Church in Paris, Tennessee, a faith community that was an important part of his life.

Above all, Thomas will be remembered as a devoted family man whose life was deeply rooted in those he loved. He is survived by his wife, Donna Pillow of Paris; his son, Thomas Brent Pillow and his wife, Ashlee, of Simpsonville, South Carolina; his mother, Martha Pillow of Milan; his sisters, Tommie Woods and her husband, Tom, of Milan, Susie Edgett of Milan, Belinda Overman of Martin, and Mary Duncan and her husband, Darren, of Lavinia. He leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Hannah Saxer, Ava Joy Pillow, Mia Cate Pillow, and Benjamin Pillow, who were a treasured part of his life.  Thomas also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Erika Pillow Powers; his father, Tom Pillow; his sister, Nancy Lynn Pillow; and his grandparents, John and Alma Pillow and Ralph and Sue Smith.

A memorial service will be held on October 17, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Salem Methodist Church, 6017 Middle Road, Milan, Tennessee 38358. Family visitation will follow at 12:45 p.m. at the church fellowship hall.  

Thomas Ralph Pillow will be remembered with love and gratitude by all who knew him. His life of service, faith, and dedication to family leaves a lasting legacy in the hearts of those he leaves behind.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Operation Christmas Child c/o First Baptist Church Paris, TN at 313 N Poplar Street Paris, TN 38242.