Tommy Russell Peck

Tommy Russell Peck was born on July 28, 1939 in Dallas, Texas. He was adopted by Grace and Russell Peck from Hope Cottage. After graduating from South Oak Cliff High School, Tommy entered the U.S. Navy. He served four years during the Vietnam conflict. He went to work for Collins Radio then the City of Dallas. He worked in the Parts and Maintenance Department of the Fire Department with the City of Dallas for 17 years. Upon his retirement, he then worked as a high school substitute teacher at Duncanville High School. Tommy, and his wife Betty, were married in July 1962. During their years together, they worked in student ministry at the churches they attended. As his daughters grew up, Tommy was active in several organizations such as Duncanville Softball where he was an assistant coach, Duncanville High School Choir where he served as Booster President for three years, and a member of the Duncanville Jaycees. Tommy was also a member of the John C. Pelt Masonic Lodge #1321. On November 14, 2018, Tommy was called home to be with The Lord. He passed peacefully with family and friends by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents and his grandson Bobby Brinlee. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to FBC Midlothian Building Fund or Wounded Warriors Organization. Service November 18, 2018 at First Baptist Church Midlothian, Texas. Viewing at 3:00 pm; service at 4:00 pm. Officiating Bruce Prindle Survived By Wife: Betty Peck Children: Cheryl (Wilson) and husband Van; Gayle (Costello) and husband David; Dedra (Palmer) and husband Ken Grandchildren: Aaron, Jessica, Seth, Ginger, Laura, Jacob Great-Grandchildren: Kaleb, Lane, Brinley, Lily, Lyla, London, David, Payson