Tommy was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy McAlpine; his father, Charles McAlpine; his mother, Evelyn Littlefield; his stepmother, Zoe McAlpine; his brother Eddie McAlpine; and his sister, Norma Hyche.
He is survived by his children, Tommy McAlpine, Jr., and Carly McAlpine; his grandson, Matthew Odos McAlpine; his sisters, Debra Madden (Jimmy), Jerry Diaz (Sam), and Darnell Wright (David); his brother-in-law, Leon Hyche; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Tommy never met a stranger! He was always willing to lend a helping hand. He loved to teach others his trade of painting. He loved the Lord and was excited to share Jesus with everyone. Tommy was a simple man who loved his family. Tommy also served 2 tours in Vietnam.