Thomas Mark Headrick's Obituary
Thomas Mark Headrick was born on Wednesday, March 28, 1962 at Anniston Memorial Hospital to Tom and Josie Headrick. He was a joyful, bouncy baby boy and the very first grandchild on both sides of the family - a role he embraced fully, remaining lovingly spoiled throughout his life. He was named Thomas after his father and Mark after his great-grandfather, Mark Parris.
Mark entered his eternal rest on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at the same hospital where his life began nearly 64 years earlier. A lifelong resident of Calhoun County, Mark was deeply rooted in his community and family.
Mark is survived by his beloved daughters, Kayla Locklear, Braylnn Headrick, and Zoey Headrick; his mother, Josie Headrick Bonner; his sisters, Regina Perkins (Greg) and Bridget Oliver (Chris); his nephews, Drayton Perkins (Will) and Chace Oliver; his niece, Kristian May (Adam); and a great-nephew, Riker May.
Mark was preceded in death by his father, Tom Headrick; his grandparents, Major and Clara Burns and Luther and Grace Headrick; his nephew, Branson Oliver; along with several other cherished family members. He is now rejoicing in Heaven with those who went before him.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at White Plains Baptist Church. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Mark had a lifelong love for what he would fondly call his "toys." From an early age, motorcycles captured his heart, a passion that followed him into adulthood. He also loved four wheel drive trucks and enjoyed racing and mud bogging. Football was another great love of his life. He began playing in the Pee Wee league at Ezell Park in Anniston, coached by Mr. Chapman, and continued playing through high school. Known as a fierce competitor, Mark was a true fighter on the field.
An outdoorsman at heart, Mark was also an avid hunter with an impressive collection of trophies to show for it. Above all else, he was known for his big heart and his willingness to help anyone in need - never expecting anything in return.
Throughout his life, Mark had several occupations. As a teenager, he worked alongside his "Paw Maj" at a sawmill in Cleburne County, quickly realizing saw milling was not his calling. Mark also worked after school at Batson's Greenhouse. After graduating high school, he worked at the Rubber Plant in Tallapoosa, Georgia, where he eventually became a manager. Later, he started his own roofing business. No matter the job, his greatest pride and joy were his three daughters, and he cherished being their dad.
In 2022, Mark faced one of his greatest challenges when he lost his leg due to illness. Despite the hardships, his faith remained strong. Mark accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at the age of 14 and was baptized at Jones Bridge - arriving, of course, on one of his motorcycles. In 2022, he rededicated his life to Christ, knowing he wanted to spend eternity in Heaven. Shortly before his passing, he became a member of White Plains Baptist Church.
As Mark took his final breath, the hymn "Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling" played on his phone - calling him home. Today, he is free from pain and sorrow, surrounded by Jesus and the loved ones he missed so deeply. If Mark could speak to us now, he would say "It is never too late. Please join me for eternity in Heaven."
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