Thomas C. Garrison
beloved by family, died on April 12, 2014.
Tom was born in Marion, Illinois on September 28, 1928 to Harmon E. and Ola P. Garrison. He had two brothers, Herbert and Norbert; and a sister, Jo Ann Wall Trosper, all of whom preceded him in death.
Tom served in the Navy for two years and graduated from the University of Illinois. He was a member of ATO fraternity and is a past president of his Chapter at Urbana. He met his wife, Mary Alice, while at the University and married in 1951.
Tom and Mary Alice moved to Indianapolis from Danville, Illinois in August 1963 when he became the General Agent of Massachusetts Mutual for the State of Indiana. He built a nationally recognized Mass Mutual agency in his 35-year insurance career. His business success allowed an early retirement at age 60.
He and Mary Alice split their retirement years between their homes in Marco Island and Indianapolis. They traveled extensively during their golden years. She preceded him in death on August 30, 2008. Tom enjoyed his retirement years playing golf, reading, and singing in the church choir on Marco Island.
Surviving are his two children, Susan (Richard) Kruse and Tom (Mary Jo) Garrison; his 8 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren.
A private family service will be held on Saturday, April 26th. Memorials may be sent to United Church of Marco Island, Marco Island, Florida or Second Presbyterian Church, Indianapolis, Indiana. Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel , Indianapolis, is assisting the Garrison family with local arrangements.
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We are so deeply sorry for the loss of your father. Tom was a fine gentleman, always with a cheerful word and a great sense of humor. We will miss him as a wonderful neighbor. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Karen & Chuck St.Clair
April 21, 2014
Tom and Susan,
I am sad to hear about the loss of your Dad. I thoroughly enjoyed his and your Mom's company over the years. Always very thoughtful and engaging.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Warm regards,
Jim
Jim Blackwell
April 21, 2014
T.H. and Susan, It was with great sadness that Janet And I learned of Tom's death.Tom was a good friend and business partner during or time together. The bonus was the fun we had as couples on the General Agent and Leaders Club meetings. Tom was greatly respected by his fellow General Agents and home office executives. We will always miss Mary
alice and Tom. Sam and Janet
Sam Huston
April 18, 2014
A great man and a good neighbor! He will be missed.
Bill and Liz Coffey
April 18, 2014
T.H. Sorry for your loss. He was truly
a great businessman. Taught me a lot.
Sam Rincker
April 18, 2014
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