Thomas Benton Jeffers, 64, of Middletown, MD, passed away on October 13, 2025.
Born on November 30, 1960, in Maryland, he was the son of the late Donald E. and Doris E. (Hawse) Jeffers.
Tom enjoyed hunting, automobiles, and a really good steak. He loved the country life and was in his element when he was working the land on his John Deere tractor. Tom collected antiques and relished the work he did, with his own hands, restoring his Civil War-era farmhouse.
Tom was very proud of those he loved and took every opportunity to share about them. Tom will be lovingly reunited with his beloved dog, Frangelica, his faithful companion known to all as "Frannie" or "Fran."
Tom took tremendous pride in his work. He established his own business, Antietam Refrigeration (previously Antietam Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration) in 1983. His peers often praised his persistent work ethic and “old school” honesty. His customers were more than clients; they were family to him, and many became personal friends.
Thomas is survived by his sons; Christopher Thomas Jeffers, wife, Casey, and Jeremy W. Jeffers; his devoted fiancée; Nadine Dintzer, one sister; Brenda Thew, husband, Lee, two grandchildren; Cecilia G. Jeffers and Archie Benton Jeffers and two nephews, Alex Thew, wife Caroline, and Zachary Thew, wife Wendy, and their children Easton, Elliott and Emmett.
Tom dearly loved his sister, Karen Denise Jeffers, who preceded him in death in 1978.
The family will be receiving friends on Monday, October 20th from 10:00-11:00 AM at Hilton Funeral Home, 22111 Beallsville Road, Barnesville, MD, where a funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM. Interment to follow at Monocacy Cemetery, 19801 West Hunter Road, Beallsville, MD.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in his memory to the Frederick County Humane Society (https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/fchs/mobile) or Frederick Community College to help support the next generation of HVAC Technicians.
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Visitation
Monday, October 20, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hilton Funeral Home
22111 Beallsville Road
Barnesville, MD 20838
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Funeral Service
Monday, October 20, 2025
11:00 AM
Hilton Funeral Home
22111 Beallsville Road
Barnesville, MD 20838
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Interment
Monday, October 20, 2025
Following the service
Monocacy Cemetery
19801 W Hunter Rd
Beallsville, MD 20839
From: Nadine Dintzer
Tom and I were soul mates with a love so deep and so very special. It took a long time to find each other but when we did it was magical. I will love him to eternity.
From: Tim Thew
Brenda and family, I’m so sorry to hear about Tom, you all will be in our prayers.
From: Pete Matthews
Dear Brenda, my condolences for the loss of your brother. Fondly remember him and your family from church.
From: Rhonda Russo
Tom, you were such a nice person and although I haven't known you for long, you will not be forgotten (you'll see to that, I'm sure). Please know that you loved ones (that I know) will be held close to my heart, so you can peacefully continue onto your journey back to your true home, where when it's your loved ones time, you will be there to give them a warm welcome back home. I'm sure your beloved dog, Frannie is eagerly awaiting your return back home. Hail the Traveler ...
From: Donald Ritorto
RIP Tom. you were always kind to me and you are not 4gotten..a good friend to everyone
From: The Hilton Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.