Tom was born on June 22,1968 in Alabama. At age four, Tom joined the Hagerty family and was christened Thomas Edward Joseph Hagerty. Tom grew up in Alaska, Texas, Minnesota and North Carolina. Tom settled in the Gastonia NC area, where he had various different jobs and developed many friends. Tom enjoyed people and found strength in his faith. Tom was joyful, with great energy and enthusiasm for living.

He is survived by his mother Rita and siblings and their families Pat, JP, Chris, Kelley and Trace.

No Services are planned at this time.

Arrangements entrusted to Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Service of Boiling Springs, NC.

Online condolences may be made at www.rsmorganfs.com.