We are sad to announce the passing of Thomas Matson Liles, Sr. of Trussville, Alabama. He passed away on March 24, 2023 at 92 years of age. Thomas, fondly known as Tom, was born on September 26, 1930 during the depression. He was a successful realtor owning his own company, Tom Liles Realty as well as a very successful residential and commercial brickmason with the reputation of outworking men 10 years his junior. Tom developed the Westridge subdivision in Argo where Liles Lane was established. As a business owner, he travelled to Washington DC with the Small Business Administration. He was very passionate about his hometown of Argo and was a strong advocate and instrumental for bringing city water to the town. Tom was a member of the Shrine Masons for many years. Tom fought in the Korean War during his enlistment in the United States Army. He worked hard and was a great provider for his family.
Tom is survived by his two daughters, Lisa Liles and Karen [Scott] Everett, six grandchildren, Nicholas Baker, Anna Kent, Sara [Josh] Sherrill, Jillian [Mel] Darling, Tara Roberson, and Salem Everett and four great-grandchildren, Matson Kent, Fallon Sherrill, Rowan Sherrill, and Ross Roberson. Tom is preceded in death by his wife, Ann Liles and children, Matson Liles, Jr. and Pamela Baker.
A graveside service will be held at Argo Christian Fellowship in Argo at 2:00 pm on Friday, March 31, 2023.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ridoutstrussvillechapel.com for the Liles family.
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