Tom loved watching the Razorbacks whether it be from home or going to one of their games. He loved playing with his grand pup, Rhett Wooten in the afternoons and waking up to his growls and whimpering in the mornings. He said he never knew he could love an animal as much as he did Rhett. He loved the history channel, deer hunting, fishing, socializing, and collecting books and pens that he never intended to read or use. Nor, would he ever let me throw anything away. I would get so upset with myself because I forgot how OCD he was. He also was a jack of all trades and a master of none.
Tom was preceeded in death by his beloved son, Dillon Wooten and brother, Jimmy Wooten. Survivors include his loving wife of 31 years, Shelly Beard Wooten of Monticello; one daughter Kelsey Wooten of Monticello; a brother Jerry Dale Wooten of Louisville, KY; three sisters, Teresa McCullough Hogue and husband Rickie of McGehee, Marilyn Rothwell and husband Lynn of Fordyce, Kimberly East of Monticello; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Rose Hill Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Dwayne Roper officiating. There will be a visitation from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home. Burial will be in Andrews Chapel Cemetery in Wilmar, AR. You can sign Tom's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(30)
Missy Tims
Jonesboro, AR Tuesday, March 22, 2022 Shelly & Kelsey my heart breaks for you. Tom was such and kind man. He always praised God and didn’t care to let everybody know! You’ve been through so much heart ache. But you and Kelsey will make it through it together! I was honored to have him as a friend. I love and will be praying for youTammy R English
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 19, 2022 Im so sorry to hear this prayers and comfort for family!June Brixie
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 17, 2022 Dear Shelly and family so sorry for your sudden loss. Prayers and love to all of youJune Brixie
David Ozment
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 17, 2022 As I sat at Tom’s funeral today looking at all the pics on the screen, I was just thinking that the Little Rock Razorback games will not be the same as Tom always went went with me & my brothers & nephew every year, me & my family thought of Tom as one of our family.Jacqueline Block Robinson
Atkins, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2022 Tom was a very nice young man. I went to Drew Central with Tom. He will be missed. My condolence to the family. Rest In Peace Tom.Bobbie Ross
Warren, AR Wednesday, March 16, 2022 Shelly and Kelsey, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bless you both during this difficult time.Andy Briant
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Saddened to hear of Tom's passing into glory. actually not sad for him (he's in a awesome place!) but for his family and friends who will miss him dearly- Prayers for your peace and comfort.Tom and I go way back to when he was a youngster frequenting our music store. In recent years we have interacted frequently on social media. Always a pleasure to be around with his sweet disposition and always smiling face. You will be missed my friend.....see ya laterLamar & Nyra Jenkins
Batesville, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Prayers for Toms Family..! Never seen Tom without a smile on his face.. The lord is getting a good one..!Chris and Lori Selby
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Shelly,Chris and I want you to know how sorry we are; Tom is just one of those wonderful guys who made your day better - whether running into Chris at the farm or me around town - he will be greatly missed. We love your family and our prayers are with Kelsey and you.
Mitch Waits
Ashland, MS Tuesday, March 15, 2022 You will be missed TomCat.Robin Scott
Warren, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Tom was such a nice man. I loved his posts on Facebook. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Shelia Ratledge
Thornton, CO Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Shelly and Kelsey, We are so very sorry to hear about Tom . We are praying God's love ,grace, peace and comfort guide you ,dill your heart and surround you and fill your days and nights . May you be wrapped in the sweet embrace of family and friends. We love yall , Shelia Danny and familyBen and Jane Harrison
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Shelly,Kelsey and Betty, so sorry to hear about Tom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love y’all!Sue Cash Heath
Hooks, TX Tuesday, March 15, 2022 My condolences to you, Shelly, Kelsey, Family and friends. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers. Tom was a loving, caring, kind and thoughtful young man. He never meet a stranger. We have visit him in family get togethers. And we know that he will be missed terribly. If you need anything let let us know. Love you guys. Sue, Felicia and PaigeBill Huffman
London, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 I was sad to hear about Tom's passing. Tom and I were both signal maintainers in the same work group. Tom was a good maintainer and did his job well. He was also a friend who would help you anyway he could with a glad heart. The World is a little less bright without Tom.Carl Sivils
El Dorado, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 A good man who touched many lives. You will be missed my dear friend. I pray for God's comfort during the days ahead for Shelly and Kelsey.Charles Gardner
Hot Springs, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 ;rother the lord decided to call you home .while my heart mourns for you and your family my spirit rejoices for you as I know you heard the words enter my good and faithful servant.will be seeing you again ..........Charles Gardner
Hot Springs, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 ;rother the lord decided to call you home .while my heart mourns for you and your family my spirit rejoices for you as I know you heard the words enter my good and faithful servant.will be seeing you again ..........Barbara A Posey
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Shelly you and Kelsey are in my thoughts and prayers. You can do this with God holding your hand.Rhonda (Berry) Hatley
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 15, 2022 My condolences to all of Tom’s family, especially his wife and daughter. Tom and I go way back all the way from Drew Central. He was a sweet guy. Kind to everyone, always positive, always smiling. To his family: lean on God and He will get you through this hard time.Tom’s classmate of ‘84, Rhonda Hatley
Clay Cross
Las Vegas, NV Monday, March 14, 2022 I'm very sorry to hear this. Tom was always a great friend in college. We certainly laughed a lot when we were all together. I will always remember Tom that way. Prayers for you, Shelly and Kelsey, I'm thinking of you both.Patty Mitchell
Monticello, AR Monday, March 14, 2022 It was always such a treat to get to talk to Tom when I delivered to their house….couldn’t meet a nicer man. Shelly and Kelsey, you and all your family will be in my prayers.Stacey L Owens
Monticello, AR Monday, March 14, 2022 So sorry to hear about Tom. Always had a smile on his face. Tom will be missed. Prayers are up for Shelly and Kelsey.Classmate Stacey Hill Owens 84!
Charles and Tina Williams
Wilmar, AR Monday, March 14, 2022 We were so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. Y'all will be fine n our prayers.Rhonda (Berry) Hatley
Monticello, AR Monday, March 14, 2022 My condolences to all of Tom’s family, especially his wife and daughter. Tom and I go way back all the way from Drew Central. He was a sweet guy. Kind to everyone, always positive, always smiling. To his family: lean on God and He will get you through this hard time.Tom’s classmate of ‘84, Rhonda Hatley
Wanda Harris
Vilonia, AR Monday, March 14, 2022 So hard to believe that you are gone. Everyone will sure miss you! My prayers are with your family during this difficult time. We will see you again. I know you are rejoicing in Heaven!Cynthia Spencer Norris
BENTON, AR Monday, March 14, 2022 My condolences to the Wooten, Tom always had a smile on his face....Gone but not forgotten.Your classmate Cynthia Spencer Norris. Class of 84!
Beth Davis
Monticello, AR Monday, March 14, 2022 So sorry to hear about Tom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Bridgette M Freeman
Monticello, AR Monday, March 14, 2022 I am sending my sincere condolences to you and your family. I love you classmateLowell F. Lynde, Jr.
Choudrant, LA Monday, March 14, 2022 I was very sorry to hear about Tom's untimely death yesterday. I first got to know Tom when he enrolled in my College Algebra class at UAM in the spring of 1986. Later I reconnected with Tom and his family when his son Dillon was a student in a couple of my classes. I enjoyed my Facebook exchanges with Tom--especially when he would ask me about some math or logic problem. May God be with his soul and grant him eternal heavenly peace. May God comfort Shelly and Kelsey during this most difficult time and bless them with many happy memories.