Paul Thomas Ford
Paul Thomas Ford, 58, of Rocky Top, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Paul was born Feb. 28, 1968, in Kettering, Ohio. He graduated from Xenia High School with the Class of 1986.
Paul was an avid fisherman who loved being near the water with a fishing pole in his hand. Whether enjoying the peacefulness of the lake or fishing with those he loved, fishing brought him great joy. Above all, Paul loved his family, and the memories they made together will be treasured forever.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Megan Marie; mother, Diana G. LeMaster; father, Thomas L. Ford; and mother-in-law, Mary Thomas.
Paul is survived by his loving wife, Tammy Ford; son, Brian Ford and wife, Gail; daughter, Tiffany Roberts and husband, Zach; son-in-law, Cody Marie; grandchildren, Ayden Roberts, Laiken Roberts, Abigail Ford and Willow Ford; and bonus grandson, Rylan Marie.
He is also survived by his sisters, Tammy Ray and husband, Coy, Serena Martz, and Bridgette Hasty and husband, Henry; special sister, Janet Weatherly; father-in-law, Johnny Thomas; special uncle and aunt, Howard and Flossie Ford; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
Paul will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Although he will be deeply missed, his family finds comfort in knowing that he is now at home with the Lord.
The family received friends from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. The funeral followed at 7 p.m., officiated by the Rev. Cody Wright and the Rev. Brian Ford.
Family and friends met at Sunset Cemetery in Clinton for a graveside service at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.
Mott-McKamey Funeral Home and Cremations assisted the Ford family.
