Thomas Edward Diggs, age 81, a resident of Oliver Springs, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, at his home.

Mr. Diggs was born Jan. 7, 1932, in Oliver Springs. He was a lifelong resident of this area.

Following his high school graduation, Mr. Diggs entered into the U.S. Army and served his country in the Korean War. While serving, he received several medals, citations, badges, and commendations, including the Korean Service Medal with Two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. After his military discharge, he entered into the U.S. Army Reserve and continued serving his country until he received a U. S. military retirement.

He received both civil and mechanical engineering degrees from the University of Tennessee. He began employment at Martin-Marietta and retired in 1991 as a civil engineer, following 30 years of service. [Read more…]