Thomas Cyrus Winchester, 82, died Monday, November 21, 2011 at Elizabethan Gardens Rest Home after a long illness. Thomas was born July 31, 1929 in Union County, son of the late George Glynn and Odessa Mae Rogers Winchester, he was also preceded in death by his brother Wade Winchester. Graveside Services will be 11:00 A.M. Friday, November 25, 2011 at Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Don Whitener officiating. Survivors include his Brother: Frank Winchester of Matthews N.C., Sister-in-law: Doris Winchester of Monroe N.C., Nephews: Richard Winchester, Lynn Winchester, David Winchester and Eric Winchester. Online condolences may be offered at www.mcewenmonroechapel.com. McEwen Funeral and Cremation Service of Monroe is serving the family of Mr. Winchester.