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My uncle, Tommy Moyers, spent years living and playing music in Nashville from the late 1980s through the early 2000s. Sadly, he recently passed away after a short battle with cancer.

I’m sharing his obituary here in the hope that it might reach some of the musicians, friends, and folks he crossed paths with during his time in the Nashville music scene. If you knew Tommy, played with him, or have memories or stories to share, our family would truly love to hear them.

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Thomas A. Moyers II (Tommy)                                               
 January 29, 1960 – May 1, 2026

Thomas A. Moyers II, age 66, passed away on May 1, 2026, after a short battle with neck cancer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Arnold Moyers; his maternal and paternal grandparents; his chosen brother, David Hawk; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Those left behind to cherish his memory include his beloved son, Christian, who was truly the love of his life. Thomas often said that his greatest accomplishment and the thing he was most proud of was being Christian’s father. He is also survived by his biological sisters, Beverly and Marisa; paternal aunt, Erma Akins; maternal aunt, Judy (Mike) Pullen; multiple cousins; and his chosen family, including Mike and Pat Powell, Gina Hawk, Mike and Donna McBride, Nancy and Jeff Henry, Pat Pearson, along with many chosen nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Thomas’s greatest passion in life was music. He performed throughout the United States and even toured on a cruise ship. Music remained close to his heart until the very end. During his time in the hospital, he wanted his keyboard by his side, and he and Christian spent precious hours playing music together whenever he was able. When he no longer had the strength to play, his son Christian and dear friend Joel played guitar and keyboard for him, singing many of Thomas’s favorite songs and covers he once performed, along with some of Christian’s original music. Those moments brought him great joy, even in the midst of pain.

A Celebration of Life will be held on May 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Morris Hill Baptist Church, 1804 Morris Hill Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Save The Music Foundation.

My uncle, Tommy Moyers, spent years living and playing music in Nashville from the late 1980s through the early 2000s. Sadly, he recently passed away after a short battle with cancer.

I’m sharing his obituary here in the hope that it might reach some of the musicians, friends, and folks he crossed paths with during his time in the Nashville music scene. If you knew Tommy, played with him, or have memories or stories to share, our family would truly love to hear them.

https://preview.redd.it/kdj3b3ic351h1.png?width=468&format=png&auto=webp&s=bc8887767e8ef14390e350f917b1de660536d659

Thomas A. Moyers II (Tommy)                                               
 January 29, 1960 – May 1, 2026

Thomas A. Moyers II, age 66, passed away on May 1, 2026, after a short battle with neck cancer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary and Arnold Moyers; his maternal and paternal grandparents; his chosen brother, David Hawk; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Those left behind to cherish his memory include his beloved son, Christian, who was truly the love of his life. Thomas often said that his greatest accomplishment and the thing he was most proud of was being Christian’s father. He is also survived by his biological sisters, Beverly and Marisa; paternal aunt, Erma Akins; maternal aunt, Judy (Mike) Pullen; multiple cousins; and his chosen family, including Mike and Pat Powell, Gina Hawk, Mike and Donna McBride, Nancy and Jeff Henry, Pat Pearson, along with many chosen nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Thomas’s greatest passion in life was music. He performed throughout the United States and even toured on a cruise ship. Music remained close to his heart until the very end. During his time in the hospital, he wanted his keyboard by his side, and he and Christian spent precious hours playing music together whenever he was able. When he no longer had the strength to play, his son Christian and dear friend Joel played guitar and keyboard for him, singing many of Thomas’s favorite songs and covers he once performed, along with some of Christian’s original music. Those moments brought him great joy, even in the midst of pain.

A Celebration of Life will be held on May 23, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Morris Hill Baptist Church, 1804 Morris Hill Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37421

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Save The Music Foundation.