Thomas E. Pavlich

Thomas Edward Pavlich, age 66, died on August 9, 2020, in Longs, SC.

Tom was born on December 2nd, 1953, in Youngstown, OH, to parents Steve and Sophie Pavlich.

He graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School in 1971, where he was a member of the school's football team. His senior year he was named team captain of the school's first year in the Steel Valley Conference.

Tom worked at Bed Bath and Beyond as a Sales Executive. He was a great mentor to his co-workers and true industry leader. He was loved by his customers due to his no nonsense approach and honesty which lead to many long-term customer relationships. His sense of humor, work ethic and big personality will be missed by the entire BBB family.

Tom was proud of his Croatian heritage and was a lifelong member of the SNPJ lodge. He was a man of Catholic faith and loved to attend church services at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church in North Myrtle Beach, SC.

Tom was a loving, caring husband who adored his wife Kris. Tom and Kris enjoyed travelling together and experiencing new people and places. Tom was a social, active man who loved spending time with his family. His infectious personality and passion for life was unmatched. He was a loving father, whether he was playing a game of horse in the driveway, enjoying an incredibly early morning fishing trip or going to see a ballgame. His passion for watching and talking sports was matched only for his passion for his family. Tom was a good time!

Tom looked forward to our annual family lamb roast and really enjoyed spending time with Eddie, his brothers and nephews the night before, prepping the lamb and testing the many potential spirits that paired well with lamb (BV always paired best).

Tom also enjoyed home improvement projects, gardening, fishing and spending time at the beach. One of his favorite activities was taking the grandkids on golf-cart rides down by the river. He was a beloved family man and will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Tom is survived by his wife Kristine also of Longs SC; his four children Thomas Pavlich Jr. of Brooklyn, NY, Mandy Yankle (Robert) of Canfield, Paul Pavlich of Charleston SC, Edward Pavlich of Longs, SC; and his three grandchildren Robert Yankle, Derek Yankle and Joseph Yankle; his siblings Dennis (Kate) Pavlich of Canfield, Richard Pavlich (Marian Kachmar), of Boardman, Robert (Diane) Pavlich of Poland, Joyce (Rob) Soroka of Mentor and Steve Pavlich of Poland; his father-in-law Edward Rubicky of Poland; his nieces and nephews; and the rest of his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Steve E. Pavlich and Sophie "Judy" Pavlich, of Poland OH.

Due to Covid-19 precautions services will not be scheduled at this time. All are welcome to celebrate Tom's life with a spirit or two. The family would like to thank everyone for reaching out in their time of grief.

A guestbook is available at www.leefhandcrematory.com.

Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.