Tommy Lee Bridges was born in Millport, AL to Henry Lee Palmore and Peggy Jean Bridges on June 12, 1956. He confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at Holly Grove M.B. Church. He attended schools and graduated from Millport High School in 1975. While in high school, he excelled in sports including baseball, football, and basketball. After high school he his employment at W.W. Brown Lumber Yard in Kennedy, AL. He later employed with Greg Sanford Logging in Millport, AL. Tommy was known as "Panamo" amongst his family and friends.
Tommy departed this life on September 6, 2023 in Aliceville, AL. He preceded in death by his parents; his foster parent, David Lee Mitchell and his grandmother, Louise Latham; and his brother, Harold Bridges.

Tommy leaves to cherish his memories: his children: Leshonna and Lebarrett Hayden both of Millport, AL; grandchildren: Ashanti Lucas, Shanicka Hayden, Destiny Hayden, Jaquavious Jones, Jahiem Hayden, Labyron Hayden, and Remy Hayden; his siblings: Martha (George) Bounds of Millport, AL, Angie Palmore of Los Angeles, CA, Juanetta Palmore of Cleveland, OH, and Billy Bounds of Mansfield, OH; foster parent, Maxine Mitchell.

Tommy also leaves to cherish his memories: three nephews; two nieces; his great-nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.