Thomas "Tommy" Chambers
May 2, 1968 ~ March 16, 2025
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Waynesville, NC
Thomas “Tommy” Chambers lived life filled with passion, adventure, and a fearless embrace of the moment.
Born on May 2, 1968, he graduated from Clyde A. Erwin High School in Asheville in 1986. Tommy grew up with a love for speed and the thrill of the race. Drag racing became one of his greatest joys, where he found freedom and excitement on the track. His career as a gifted CNC machinist and supervisor showcased his precision and dedication to craftsmanship.
Tommy was a man of many facets. He enjoyed life’s indulgences. Tommy lived a complicated life with many personal challenges. Known for his charm and charisma, people were drawn to his magnetic personality.
Despite life’s challenges, Tommy’s spirit remained unbroken. At the age of 48, tragedy struck when he became paralyzed, yet he faced this adversity with resilience. Diagnosed with cancer at 55, Tommy fought bravely but passed away at the age of 56 on Sunday, March 16, 2025.
He is survived by his mother, Peggy Ann Farnsworth, and stepfather, Horace “Lee” Farnsworth of Carolina Shores NC; dear, long-invested friend, April Worley Igoe; and a spark in his world, his only son, Timothy Mitchell Chambers, of Asheville, who carries forward his legacy. Tommy will be remembered for his zest for life, his love for the fast lane, and his ability to live unapologetically on his own terms. May he rest in peace.
His family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 23, at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, https://www.samaritanspurse.org/.
Services
Visitation: March 23, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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R.I.P my friend and brother we had so many good times together. And with 40plus years of friendship We have laughed and cried together. Maybe now you can drive fast and ride hard again until we meet again life in the last few years took us in different directions. As I told you in one of our last conversations as always when you needed me, I was Ph call away Tommy you will always have a special place in my heart. You will be missed but not forgotten. And as one of your sayings Damn It Man. Love you, my friend.
Rest in peace old friend.
And so patient you would be with me!damn it man..I miss you
i love you my friend and I will carry you in me always..have the peace in your soul you so deserve..rest easy now and watch over us.we need you.
We are so sorry to learn of your son’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Joan and David Schmidt
McDonald Point
Peggy, I’m so sorry for your loss. Only God can truly comfort you during this heartbreaking time. He certainly brought me through when I lost my son. I will be praying for you.