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Thomas Paskey Obituary
74, of Phoenix, AZ passed away on May 15, 2011. Tom was born in Watertown, WI, on May 19, 1936. He was a graduate of the Watertown HS class of 1954 and a graduate of UW-Whitewater with a BS degree. He was employed by the State Laboratory of Hygiene in Madison, WI, as a clinical chemist for 16 years where he met and married his wife, Toni Motisi. In 1979 they moved to Phoenix. Tom was employed at Maricopa Medical Center for 20 years retiring in 1999. He got great enjoyment relaxing with a good book surrounded by his Borzoi. Tom was a member of the Borzoi Club of America, Midwest Borzoi Club and Phoenix Field and Obedience Club. Tom is survived by his wife Toni, brother William (Barbara) and sons Kevin (Diane), Keith (Diane), Kyle (Art Schneider) and grandchildren Mathew, Emily, Isabelle, Brandon and Christa. It was Tom's wish to be cremated. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are being handled by the Family Burial and Cremation Center, Mesa, AZ. Donations in Tom's name may be made to Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, the National Borzoi Rescue Foundation or the animal charity of your choice.
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6 Entries
May 26, 2011
Toni, I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing, I know this is a difficult
time for you, and if I can do anything please let me know
Andrea Cooley
May 26, 2011
Toni, I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing, I know this is a difficult
time for you, and if I can do anything please let me know
Andrea Cooley
Emery & Bonnie Leider-Roebuck
May 26, 2011
Dear Toni,
Emery and I were very sorry to learn of your loss. I know how hard it will be for you to adjust. It is never easy. If I can be of any help to you please do not hesitate to call. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
Sincerely,
Rita Mather
May 25, 2011
Dear Toni,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know the past several years have been difficult for both you and Tom. Even so, the loss of your companion is still not easy to accept. If you need a shoulder to cry on or an ear to hear, please do not hesitate to call me. My prayers are with Tom's family, especially you. Rita
May 25, 2011
Tony, so sorry for your loss and Ralph and I send our condulances. Judy Pikop
May 25, 2011
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