Longtime Crossville businessman and entrepreneur, Tom Pelfrey has passed away at 80.

Tom started many companies in his lifetime including Alpha Equipment, a telecommunication company.  He was known as a down to earth and generous man.  He built one of the largest estates in the county known as Buck Creek Ranch which served as his home and just about anyone else who needed a home.  Buck Creek is a very popular venue for special events. Tom was  a driving force in helping  many local civic organizations throughout the years.  Services for Tom will be Friday from 5 till 7pm at Buck Creek Ranch

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