Born April 20, 1957 to James and Nelda Charlton Dooley, Tom is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Donna Roberts Dooley; and sister, Nelda Dooley Denman.
Tom is survived by husband of almost 30 years, Mark E. Nestor, of Denison; daughter, Stephani Dooley, of Durant, Oklahoma; brother, James Dooley, Jr. and wife, Sue, of Columbia, Maryland; brother, Charles Dooley and wife, Katherine, of El Paso, Texas; brother, Robert Dooley and wife, Laura, of Corpus Christi, Texas; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Tom graduated from Sherman High School in 1975, where he was active in track and becoming an Eagle Scout.  He met Donna Roberts, who he married March 15, 1980.  They welcomed daughter Stephani in 1985 and were together until Donna's death in September 1989. Tom met Mark in 1990, raising Stephani and founding D-N-D Aquariums together.
Tom was passionate about animals of all kinds, showing each critter in his shop the same affection and care shown to any one of his beloved pets.  He also loved history and current events, always serving as a source of reasoned opinion for friends and family.  He was known for his knowledge, kindness, patience and compassion.  His humor, friendliness and love for all will be missed.
Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon, March 26, 2019 at Fisher Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Braxton officiating.  Private interment followed at Fairview Cemetery.  Arrangements were under the direction of Fisher Funeral Home, Denison. - - - Fisher Funeral Home