Tad Hamilton Gidcomb

Tad Hamilton Gidcomb passed into eternal life on February 25, 2026, with his family by his side after a two-and-a-half-year battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. He faced his illness with remarkable courage and dignity.

Born on November 14, 1961, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Tad graduated from Hot Springs High School before earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, where he was a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity. He moved to Dallas, Texas, where he built a successful career, working for more than 22 years as an IT Specialist with Verizon (formerly GTE) and later with Qorvo until his retirement in June 2024. Colleagues valued him not only for his technical skill but for his patience, kindness, and generous spirit.

Tad was a talented woodworker and gifted with his hands, enjoying home renovation projects and helping others with repairs. An avid tennis player, he also cherished quiet days fishing on the lake with his beloved dog, Ellie Mae. He frequently returned to Arkansas to fish, hike, and bike with his nephew and Sigma Nu brothers. Above all, he was a devoted husband and father who took great pride in his family. He treasured family trips to Maui and years spent supporting his daughter at volleyball tournaments, faithfully recording every match.

Tad is survived by his wife, Velma (“Vel”); his daughter, Jenna; his brother, John Gidcomb; his nephew, Jimmy Gidcomb; his niece, Carrie White; his great-nieces, Estee White and Molly Margaret Gidcomb; his sister-in-law, Nancy Gidcomb; and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Ann Gidcomb, and his brothers, Michael Gidcomb and Jim Gidcomb.