Thomas Edward (Tom) McAlister, 71, died August 13, 2022, after a long
battle with multiple health issues.
Tom was a native of Russellville, Alabama. However, in 1987, he chose to live, work, and become active civically in his beloved Athens.
Tom was born to Thomas Buell and-Dorothy Jackson McAlister, August 27,1950. He is survived by wife of 44 years, Rhonda Fleming McAlister of Athens,Son, Thomas Edward (Mac) McAlister II of Nashville, and special cousin Sharon McAlister Grissom (Curt) and family of Athens.
Tom was a 1968 graduate of Russellville High School and attended
Florence State University. In 1978 he began a long career with
Nationwide Insurance, opening Tom McAlister Nationwide Insurance
Agency and Real Estate office in Athens in 1987.
With a passion for civic involvement, Tom became active in many local
organizations including the Chamber of Commerce, Industrial
Development Board, Republican political groups, and youth programs.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 20,2022, 11:00 AM, at
the Athens First United Methodist Church with visitation to follow.
Those wishing to make memorials are encouraged to support the
ministries of the Athens FUMC.
