Thomas Lee Applewhite

Thomas Lee “Tommy” Applewhite, 73, of Ochlocknee passed away on April 6, 2016 at his daughter’s residence. Born May 12, 1942 in Thomasville, he was the son of the late George and Gladys Brooks Applewhite. Mr. Applewhite was a veteran of the United States Army. He drove a truck for many years and was also a bus driver for Thomas County Schools. He rode horses, competed in barrel racing and won many championships. Survivors include daughter, Toni Knight and husband Sean of Thomasville; grandchildren, Kylee Knight and Zachary Knight; sister, June Draper of Thomasville. He was preceded in death by brother, Robert Wayne Applewhite. The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 9, 2016 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Allen & Allen Funeral Home Chapel. Donations may be sent to to Lewis Hall Singletary Oncology Center, 919 S. Broad Street, Thomasville, GA 31792. Guests may sign the online register at www.allenfh.com .