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Thomas C. Sprinkle Dec. 13, 1941 - Dec. 1, 2010 Resident of Fremont Thomas passed away in Santa Clara on Wednesday December 1, 2010 after a short illness. Beloved husband of Jill (Sandusky) Sprinkle for 21 years. He was born in Lenoir, NC to David and Texie (Craig) Sprinkle. He attended and graduated from Clarke School for the Deaf in Northampton, MA and Chauncy Hall School for Boys in Boston, MA. He received AS from Franklin Institute of Boston and BS in Engineering Management from Boston University. He was employed at US Steel and DOT in Pittsburg, PA as a Civil Engineer before moving to Fremont to attend San Francisco State University where he received an MA in Deaf Education. In Fremont he taught at the California School for the Deaf. Thomas enjoyed sailing in Quincy and Boston harbors while growing up in Quincy, MA, and was an Eagle Scout at Clarke School. He was an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan, enjoyed reading history books, going to air shows, remodeling his home and traveling on cruise ships with his wife. This past March they went on the worlds largest cruise ship, Oasis of the Sea. They spent many vacations in Maui, HI, attending conventions and conferences. He was an active member of the Clarke School Alumni Association, National Association for the Deaf, American Association of the Deaf & Blind and Deaf Seniors of America. Survived by his wife, Jill, his sister, Patricia S. Chaisson of Natick, MA, niece & nephew, John K. Chaisson III & Texie A. Seaman of Natick, MA, granddaughter, Helen E. Maher of Castro Valley and grandniece, grandnephew and uncle, Frank Sprinkle, of Morganton, NC. He was predeceased by his daughter, Heather C. Sprinkle and brother-in-law, John K. Chaisson Jr. A celebration of his life will be planned at a later date. In lieu of flower donations in his memory they may be made to American Association of the Deaf & Blind (AADB), 8630 Fenton St., Suite 121, Silver Springs, MD 20910-3803 Fremont Chapel of the Roses (510) 797-1900

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Published by Inside Bay Area on Dec. 7, 2010.

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December 15, 2010

Dear Jill, We are very sorry to hear the sad news. Tom will sorely be missed by many friends,and he was a wonderful man. Our hearts go out to you and your family. May Tom rest in peace. Love, Adrienne and Don Kitson

Al & Darlene Whitt

December 9, 2010

We are sorry about the passing of your husband, Tom. He is in a resting place and may his spirit remain in the hearts of the ones who have known him. Our sincere thoughts are with you. Jill-stay strong and hold on to the wonderful memories of the life both of you had shared. May the love both of you shared be carried on into the everlasting life.

Al and Darlene Whitt

December 9, 2010

We are sorry about the passing of your husband, Tom. He is in a resting place and may his spirit remain in the hearts of the ones who have known him. Our sincere thoughts are with you. Jill-stay strong and hold on to the wonderful memories of the life both of you had shared. May the love both of you shared be carried on into the everlasting life.

Arthur & Betty (Mother) Babin

December 9, 2010

Dear Jill,

You have our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your beloved Tom. We were glad to see you at the DSA convention in Las Vegas last year. I also enjoyed socializing with you on the very first Deaf-Blind Explorers cruise at the Western Caribbean Sea in 2002. Tom was a great asset to AADB, and I am sure he will be greatly missed and remembered by all whom he touched. May he rest in peace and be in a much better place. We are thinking and praying for you during this trying time. May God Bless You! With our love, Arthur & Betty

December 9, 2010

Our hearts and prayers go out to Jill, Pat, and all Tom's family at this sad time. We will miss Tom and remember him always as intelligent, active, courageous, funny and good. We loved him.

Perry & Linda Thompson and family
Ginny & Jim Wallace
Orlando, FL

BERYL BURNETT

December 9, 2010

MAY GOD BE WITH YOU IN THE DARKEST HOUR
AND TOM IS IN A BETTER PLACE!

MATTHEW 5:4 "BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO MOURN,
FOR THEY SHALL BE COMFORTED," LOVE, BERYL BURNETT

barbara goldman

December 8, 2010

Jill,
God is with him now. Hope you are strong and healthy. We all miss him. thinking of you hugs, barbara

Marlene & Bob Brooke

December 8, 2010

We were profoundly surprised at Tom's sudden departure. He was such a sweet person and will be missed. Jill - may you cherish fond memories of your dearly beloved. Our thoughts are with you. Stay well and stay strong.

Richard & Rona (Schuster)-von Mering'70

December 8, 2010

Our deep thoughts & heartfelt prayers for God's loving, comforting arms during this time.

Am so thankful to God the Father for His gracious and precious gift of eternal Life through His Precious Son
the Lord Jesus Christ.

Am so grateful to God, for that God used Tom's diligent and persistence to be a wonderful witness and clear explanation to me (Rona), the plan & way of salvation through Jesus Christ.

Knowing that Tom is rejoicing in Heaven, reunited with his precious daughter Heather and loved ones there.

We Shall surely & always miss Tom's presence.

Some verses that Tom would wish to share with you all.

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."

John 3:17 "For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved."

John 3:18 "He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God."

Romans 10:9 "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved."

Romans 10:10 "For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."

Romans 10:13 "For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved."

In closing, continuing prayers for Jill, Pat Chaisson & family for daily comfort in Jesus Christ.

Richard & Rona (Schuster)-von Mering'70
Pine Bush, New York

December 8, 2010

Our deep thoughts & heartfelt prayers for God's loving, comforting arms during this time.

Am so thankful to God the Father for His gracious and precious gift of eternal Life through His Precious Son
the Lord Jesus Christ.

Am so grateful to God, for that God used Tom's diligent and persistence to be a wonderful witness and clear explanation to me (Rona), the plan & way of salvation through Jesus Christ.

Knowing that Tom is rejoicing in Heaven, reunited with his precious daughter Heather and loved ones there.

We Shall surely & always miss Tom's presence.

Some verses that Tom would wish to share with you all.

John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."

John 3:17 "For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved."

John 3:18 "He that believeth on him is not condemned: but he that believeth not is condemned already, because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God."

Romans 10:9 "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved."

Romans 10:10 "For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."

Romans 10:13 "For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved."

In closing, continuing prayers for Jill, Pat Chaisson & family for daily comfort in Jesus Christ.

Richard & Rona (Schuster)-von Mering'70
Pine Bush, New York

Shayne Johnston

December 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you this holiday season and always.

DeeAnn & Mark Weber

December 8, 2010

Aloha Jill & family,
We're deeply sorry about Tom's early passing.Our prayers From Our hearts does to you.May Our Lord Jesus Christ cares and comforts you.

DeeAnn & Mark Weber

December 8, 2010

Aloha Jill and family,
We're deeply sorry about Tom's early passing. Our prayers from our hearts does to you. May our Lord jesus Christ cares and comforts you.

DeeAnn & Mark Weber

December 8, 2010

Aloha Jill and family,
We're deeply sorry about Tom's early passing.Our prayers are pour to you. May our Lord Jesus Christ cares and comforts you.

Mark Weber

December 8, 2010

At the White House, there's a portrait of Mrs.Calvin Coolidge, First Lady
and teacher of Clarke School for the Deaf where Tom was graduated.
Tom was my math teacher at Ohlone College and was a good friend of all deaf and blind people. My wife DeeAnn and I are deeply sad and miss him. Our prayers from our hearts to Tom's wife Jill, his famliy and friends. May our Lord Jesus Christ cares and comforts us.

Dale Ritter

December 7, 2010

May the Lord comfort Jill his wife, and his family after Tom's surprisingly early departure, I have enjoyed my times with him in the past. Dale

December 7, 2010

Our Dearest Tom,

From the bottom of our heart, thank you for giving your precision time, serving as an American Association of the Deaf-Blind (AADB) board member for many years and to the Deaf-Blind community. You will be greatly missed by many who have been touched by your cheerful smile and your forever supports..

Jill, thank you for your priceless love and supports for Tom. Our heart, prayers and thoughts are with you forever.

Good bye for now, Tom, and will see you again someday in another place. Take care.

Randall Pope
Interim Executive Director
American Association of the Deaf-Blind (AADB)

Jerry Nichols

December 7, 2010

Tom was a guiding light for Jill and his loved ones and friends to follow. You both are in my thoughts.

Agatha Munn

December 7, 2010

Dear Jill,
We are deeply sympathy of your beloved husband Tom loss. He is the great man, intelligent, well to do educated and the wonderful service in the Deaf-Blind Community. We miss him very much.
Love,
Agatha and Kevin Munn

Vonnie Pfingston

December 7, 2010

I was sad to hear of Tom’s passing. I feel honored to have known him. My deepest sympathies go out to Jill and other family members in your time of sorrow. With heartfelt condolences, Vonnie Pfingston

Doris Kimberlin

December 7, 2010

May the promise in God's be your hope today, your peace tomorrow, and your comfort always. from the neighbor, Doris on Ashton Street

Nancylee Gallagher

December 7, 2010

Tom will be greatly missed in many organizations! Jill, have my sympathy and love.

From your old neighbor,
Nancy Lee Gallagher

Linda Cummings

December 7, 2010

My heart goes to Jill for losing Tom.. Rest in Peace Tom.

Hugs
Linda Cummings

C. COTTRILL HARRISON, JR.

December 7, 2010

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU. WE MISS HIM A LOT.

WITH OUR LOVE,
PATRICIA & COTT HARRISON '60'.

Judy Doetsch

December 7, 2010

My heart goes to his wife, Jill for losing Tom as I know they were always sweethearts. I feel blessed for knowing him as well as Jill. May God comfort you, Jill and his family. With love,

December 7, 2010

Our Deepest Sympathy go to Jill, his beloved wife and to Patricia, his beloved sister and his immediate families with our special love, Norman and Cynthia Catron Pierce '55

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

December 6, 2010

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