Thomas Earl Bilbo

Preceding his death were his parents, Prentiss Lanier Bilbo and Doris (Greene) Bilbo Adams of Moss Point, MS. Survivors include his wife, Jerre Kannon Bilbo; his children, Jonathan (Erin) Bilbo of Fairhope, AL, and Erika (Joshua) Fox of Charleston, SC; his grandchildren, Luke and Owen Bilbo and Asa and Nora Fox; his brother Dennis (Evelyn) Bilbo of Atmore, AL; his nieces Carol Clark and Deborah Chastain; and nephew David Bilbo.

Tom was an active and faithful member of his church family, where he served as a deacon at Bayou Sara Baptist Church for over 40 years. His faith in Jesus guided his life, and he was always willing to serve others with humility and compassion.

Tom dedicated his career to teaching science at the University of Mobile for 36 years, where he inspired countless students with his passion for learning and thoughtful approach to teaching. He took pride in helping others better understand the world around them.

Outside the classroom, Tom enjoyed traveling and had a deep appreciation for the arts and nature. He expressed his creativity through photography, drawing, and painting. He was also a devoted Auburn football fan and could strike up a conversation with anyone, especially if they were wearing Auburn colors. His friendliness and humor made strangers feel like friends.

Above all, Tom treasured his family. He will be remembered for his kindness, wisdom, and ability to connect with people wherever he went. His legacy lives on through his family, friends, students, and all who were fortunate to know him.

Special thanks to Aveanna Hospice staff for their dedicated care.

Pallbearers: James Falkenberry, Tony White, Buster Mason, TJ George, Mike Miller, and Peyton McLain.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 Noon on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Bayou Sara Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Wednesday at the church. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Bayou Sara Baptist Church Food Bank or University of Mobile Scholarship Fund.

To donate online, please visit:bayousarabaptist.org/giving/Select “Food Bank” from the “Fund” drop down menu and include in honor of Tom Bilbo in “Comments”.Oruniversityofmobile.givevirtuous.org/donate/givetoumSelect “Scholarships” from the “Designation Area” drop down menu and add in honor of Dr. Tom Bilbo in “Designation Details”.

To donate to Bayou Sara Baptist Church Food Bank via mail, please send to:P.O. Box 387, Saraland, AL 36571Specify donation designation to the Food Bank in honor of Tom Bilbo.