Manchester, Tennessee – Thomas E. Sartain, age 71, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Manchester.
Born in Manchester on July 5, 1954, Thomas was raised in the close-knit community of Pelham, Tennessee. A hardworking man of great skill and dedication, he spent 30 to 40 years working in drywall installation, at one time even owning and operating his own drywall business. His strong work ethic was matched only by his love for the simple pleasures in life. Thomas was an avid fisherman and found his greatest joy in spending time with his family. He had a deep passion for music, especially classic older country, and loved nothing more than playing a good tune.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Louie and Gladys Sartain; his wife, Kathy Sartain; his brother Junior Sartain; and his sisters, Barbara Perry, Wynnectca Sartain, and Bessie Lee.
He is survived by his children, Angel Spry and her husband David, Bubba Sartain and his wife Rebecca, Pamela Morris and her husband Jimmy, Chris Sartain, and Stacy McMahan and her late husband Daniel; and brother, , Mark Sartain (of Columbia, TN). He is also survived by 16 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces, nephews, and other extended family members.
The family will be having a Celebration of Life at a later date. In accordance with his wishes, Thomas and his wife will be reunited, and their ashes will be spread privately by the family in a special location.
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