Thomas W. Devore

Thomas Devore, age 79 of West Jefferson passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020 at his residence after an extended illness. He was born April 8, 1941 in Columbus, Ohio.

He was a graduate of Marysville High School and then joined the US Marines serving from 1959 – 1963. A 32nd Degree Mason of Urania Lodge #311, Plain City and recently received his 50-year pin. Tom loved camping and enjoyed many trips with friends and family throughout the U.S. He enjoyed farming and spent his career driving a truck.

Preceded in death by his parents: Charles “Al” & Margaret Ann (Gould) Devore; brother: Charles N. Devore; sister-in-law: Sharon Devore; brother-in-law: Roger Humble.

Survived by his loving wife of 51 years: Martha J. (Bennett) Devore whom he married August 11, 1968; sons: Scott ( Melissa) Devore, David (Annette) Devore, Doug Devore; grandchildren: Jessica, Dan, Brad, Zach, Gabby; sister: Carol Humble.