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Thomas D. Hutchins of Wilmington, Del. Thomas D. Hutchins, 44, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2013, having suffered complications of Becker's muscular dystrophy. Born in Wilmington, Del., he grew up in West Grove. He was the son of Thomas W. Hutchins, the late Barbara (Decker) Novosel, and step-father Robert Novosel. Tom was a devoted husband of 15 years to Jennifer Rose (nee Mulvaney); loving brother to Michael (wife Elisha), Sarah Novosel and Lauren Berryhill; adored uncle of eight nieces and nephews; and was beloved by his faithful dog Bailey. Tom was a proud graduate of West Chester University and Avon Grove H.S. Over the past 10 years, he taught at the West Chester Area School District in their gifted program and then at G.A. Stetson Middle School in the social studies dept. Visitation will be from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 8th, followed by a Celebration of Life memorial service from 5 to 6 p.m. at Mealey Funeral Home, 2509 Limestone Rd., Wilmington, DE. 19805. In lieu of flowers, the Delaware SPCA, 455 Stanton Christiana Road, Newark, DE 19713 and Museum of the American Revolution, The Corn Exchange Building, Suite 401, 123 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 will be accepting donations in Tom's honor. MealeyFuneralHomes.com (800) 608-3533
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Dear Jen,
It's been a very long time since I last saw you & Tom, but I remember vividly your time at Calvary Lutheran & how much we cared for you two. It was so good to read others comments about Tom - he had a good life despite all the trials, & obviously greatly impacted many lives around him. Our sympathy goes out to you & your family.
Sincerely,
Joan & Charlie Wagner
August 25, 2013
Tom and I coached baseball together at East. Oh, how I will miss talkin' baseball with Tom . He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Jen, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jeff and Kathy Pearsall
August 14, 2013
I have fond memories of reading the book "Gathering Blue" in Mr. Hutchins' class. In sixth grade, I remember getting a B on our first quiz and feeling mortified. I also remember How Mr. Hutchins came to all of our home wrestling matches after school. He was our biggest fan. He really cared about his students' development as people, inside and outside of the classroom. If there was one teacher I could go back and spend a day with, it would be Mr. Hutchins. It makes me sad to know that I can't thank him for his kindness. I wish I had had the chance.
Kyle Hoch
August 12, 2013
We will miss you, Mr. Hutchins. Thank you for being such a great teacher and role model.
Donna Albani
August 11, 2013
Mr. Hutchins you were a great teacher and you will be missed! thank you for all the hard work you put in for your students.
August 10, 2013
Tom, you will be missed. Jen, I am sorry for your loss.
Pete Stolzer
August 8, 2013
I miss you Tom! I can't express my sadness right now..... Tom Hutchins you will be remembered for being a great person from childhood through now just knowing you made me a better person. You will be missed!
ANN SAVINA
August 8, 2013
Thomas you wre like another son to us always. playing and swimming in our pool as a little boy. You will always be remembered in our hearts.
Bill and Lena Corkadel
August 8, 2013
Tom you will be missed. I will never forget the times we spent together. Your uplifting spirit will continue on in the hearts of your friends and family. May god bless you.
Joel & Heather Devich
August 8, 2013
Tom,
You have touched more people than I believe you ever realized. You will not be forgotten my friend.
Rob Peirce
August 7, 2013
I had never met Tom until the party in March, where I briefly spoke with him. I attended because I know a few of the musicians in the Keefs and was baraged with e-mails about the party and about Tom. It was so impressive, I was compelled to attend. I was so saddened to hear of his death, but happy that his dedicated friends gave him that amazing evening and that I was there to share all that goodwill directed to a guy who was obviously very deserving.
Judy Hickman
August 7, 2013
Tom, for the 39 years that we have known you, you have brought great joy and happiness to our lives. We will miss you greatly. God bless you. Love, Grandmom and Grandpop
Janet and Lloyd Novosel
August 7, 2013
Tom, you have been my hero from the first time I met you when you were five years old. I am so very proud and inspired by the passionate intelligent man you became. You overcame every obstacle in your life with determination and a smile on your face. We all have an angel looking out for us. I love and miss you. Love, Aunt Lynn
Lynn Novosel
August 7, 2013
Words can never express the sorrow we feel for the loss of Tom. He has touched so many lives and was an amazing friend. Jenn you will always be in my thoughts. This isn't goodbye. I will see you again sitting right next to you listening to the keefs. One of the best nights of my life!!! I love you and miss you. Rest in paradise
Michelle Bradley
August 6, 2013
I am sending prayers out to you Jenn and Toms family. Tom was a very strong man! Always could make ya smile. You will be missed. Thank you for being my friend! I feel honored to know you. We sure had some good times in school. My friend I am going to say see ya later not good bye.
Tracey Chambers
August 6, 2013
Listening to the top hits from the 80's today. I will never think of music the same. Rest easy Tom. All my love Jen and to the family.
D Bradley
August 6, 2013
Tom RIP...to his family and friends I am so sorry for your loss... He shall wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there shall no longer be any death; there shall no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain; the first things have passed away.
Brian Gastunas
August 6, 2013
Dear Jen,
My deepest sympathies to you, the Hutchins family and your Stetson family. I know you all have suffered a great loss. Sending you light and love during this very sad time.
Cindy Lafferty
August 6, 2013
Chad Wiseman
August 6, 2013
Tom was such an example of courage, sweetness and grace. He will always be one of my heroes. Godspeed, Tom ...
Carol Savournin
August 6, 2013
for my brother I will always love you
Michael Hutchins
August 6, 2013
Jennifer Connor
August 6, 2013
May this help light your way. You will be truly missed.
Amanda Steimle
August 6, 2013
Michelle Dunn (Hahs)
August 6, 2013
Tom, you were truly and amazing and inspiring person. You will be missed by many. Good-Bye old friend.
Eric DiTunno
August 6, 2013
Jennifer Rose, I am so sorry to hear about your husband's passing. You are in my prayers.
Holly Schaper
August 5, 2013
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