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Thomas W. Vance 1936 - 2012 LUDLOW - Thomas "Tom" W. Vance, 76, a lifelong Ludlow resident, entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 9, 2012 at home. Born in Ludlow on January 2, 1936, he was a son of the late Robert and Pauline (Carmell) Vance. Tom was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict and received the Good Conduct Medal and National Defense Service Medal. He retired from SCM Container in Agawam after 10 years of service and had worked prior at Northeast Tool and Engineering for 30 years. Tom was predeceased by his wife, Klementine A. (Six) Vance in 1985; and a brother, Raymond R. Vance, earlier this year. He is survived by his three children, Angela M. Anderson and her husband George of Hampden, Thomas W. Vance Jr. and his wife Joan of Ludlow, and Douglas S. Vance and his wife Nancy of Chicopee; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; his dear friend, Cindy LaPlante of Springfield; as well as many other dear friends and relatives. The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude to Dr. Patrick Boyce and Becky of Hampshire County Internal Medicine as well as Mamie Flowers, RN and the staff of Baystate VNA & Hospice for their excellent care and support. A graveside service will be held on Friday, November 16th at 10 a.m. in St. Aloysius Cemetery, Section T, 1273 Berkshire Ave. Indian Orchard. There are no visiting hours. The family requests in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be directed to Baystate VNA & Hospice, 280 Chestnut St.,Springfield,MA 01199 orwoundedwarriorproject.org. For additional information, please visit ratellfuneralhome.com. Ratell Funeral Home (413)543-3836
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Dear Lyle,
We are thinking of you and your family during this sad time.
Diane and George
Diane Uliana
November 14, 2012
Ang & George, Doug and Tom,
I will miss your dad and father-in-law very much. He was my dear friend and breakfast on Saturdays will not be the same without him. But knowing he is with your mom whom he spoke of all the time and truly missed we all know happy he must be. I will miss his sense of humor and our weekly talks but most of all I will miss my buddy. God Bless you Tom and as you always said "Better days are coming".
Cindy LaPlante
November 14, 2012
Angie, Tom, and Doug,
We are so sorry to learn of the loss of your dad. We will always have fond memories of him, your mom and the rest of the Barna Street gang. You are in our thoughts.
The Germain Family
November 14, 2012
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Doug, Nancy and family
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Love Ya Linda, Brian and Brianna
Linda Sotkewicz
November 14, 2012
With love, thoughts and prayers, Merry, Lynnette, Shaun & Children.
Lynnette Boucher
November 13, 2012
To Angie, George and Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are remembering the laughter Tom brought to the table at breakfast each Saturday with his "enchanting" sayings. He was and is a light that will continue to shine down on you. Remember the smiles.
November 13, 2012
Angie, I was sorry sorry to hear of Uncle Tom's passing when I called mom tonight. I knew something was wrong right away I could hear it in her voice. I was so glad he was able to drive up to Vermont and see me a few years ago when I built my house and mom & Nancy came out. At least he was able to see mom. I don't know how many years it had been...Your dad was best man at my folks wedding...I'm sorry Angie,Tommy, & Doug & families
Michele Kudron
November 13, 2012
Angela, please accept my condolences. You are a devoted and caring daughter. George often spoke fondly of your Dad, and I know he will be greatly missed.
Sue Voudrin
November 13, 2012
I am so very sorry to hear about Tommy passing. He was always a Gentleman and so very thoughtful. I smile everytime I think about him. He was a good Man with a great soul. I worked with him at Simon and have missed him when I left. Peace to him and all his family. Dianne
November 13, 2012
Lyle, So sorry to hear of the passing of your grandfather. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark & Lois Uliana
November 13, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Staff of Ratell Funeral Home
November 13, 2012
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