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Thomas Sasser Obituary

Thomas Michael Sasser Center Point, AL Thomas Michael Sasser, 51, passed away Thursday, August 27th, at his home in Center Point, Alabama, after a long illness. Thom established himself in Lansing as a talented artist and in Alabama as an exceptional sci-fi model builder, earning the lasting respect of the sci-fi modeling community. Thom is survived by his wife Patricia; his children Natasha and Nicholas; his sister Roberta (Randy) Jones; and his parents Robert and JoAnn Sasser of Lansing. Thom is also survived by his wife's children, Kristopher (Makayla) Carpenter and Stefanie (Graham) Davies, and six grandchildren. Thom's request for cremation was honored; there will be a graveside service at 2:30 p.m. at Hurd Cemetery on September 28th, Pastor Ellen Zienert officiant. "You never know how strong you are, until being strong is the only choice you have."

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Aug. 29 to Sep. 13, 2015.

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Kenneth Darden

August 23, 2022

Seven years later and I still miss you, old friend. You were the best modeler out there.

Joel Tavera

September 6, 2020

Tom was very generous with his time and frequently with his work projects. We would stay on the phone for long calls speaking of his work and his ideas for projects he always wanted to do. I was truly impressed with his branding of his work, which I later adopted due to his idea, of placing his family members name on his patterns work in tiny obscure areas. We only met once in person and I lament that it was only once. He was in many ways an inspiration for a lot of the work I do to this day which is a good way of keeping his memory alive.
Like others have said, Tom is sorely missed.

He always had fun with Star Trek

Joel Tavera

September 8, 2015

Tom was a very talented friend. When ever we met at conventions or spoke over the phone we had a great time. He will be sorely missed. He always spoke highly of his family to me. My condolences to his wife and all his family.
Joel Tavera

Channyn Streeter

September 4, 2015

Thom was a wonderful man with great talent and an even greater heart. My condolences to the family.

Mike Hazlewood

September 2, 2015

Thanks for the inspiration, friendship and advice you gave me through the years, Tom. It was a true joy being able to talk Trek modeling with you through the years!

Greg Powers

September 1, 2015

May the force be with you always Thomas, peace and have a great journey.

Kathy Ecker

September 1, 2015

Although it's been years since I've seen you, I feel as though we will always be there for each other in a time of need. When my Diabetes is beating me up, I will think of you and know that you would have had something nice to say to help me through it. I will miss you, Thom...and I will never forget our friendship.

Kenneth Darden

August 31, 2015

Put in a good word for me at Starfleet, old buddy.

Brad Eastman

August 30, 2015

Rest easy, Thomas. You will be missed! Thanks for all you did for us in the modelling community!

Kimberly Losey (Couch)

August 30, 2015

You will be missed Thomas, we grew up together. We had had art together. Always the talented one. And oh boy the star trek. R.I.P my friend.

Sheri Huffman

August 30, 2015

Hadn't seen Tom since he was a kid, but I am sorry to hear of his passing. Sympathy to the family, may God give you peace.

Eric Longoria

August 30, 2015

I never knew him, but if he was anything like you Roberta he must have been a wonderful person.

Lonnie Misner

August 29, 2015

Thanks for all the 'geeking out' about Trek, You will be missed.

Jim Leary

August 29, 2015

Rest in peace Thomas.

Julie Ecker-Green

August 29, 2015

I've known you since kindergarten and I will always cherish good memories of our school years together.

Lloyd Collins

August 29, 2015

I will always remember our first meeting at my home, and our friendship afterwards. You will be missed.

Ron Goad

August 29, 2015

I never had a chance to meet him and wish that I did. All my hopes for the future for his family and friends.

Kevin Jones

August 29, 2015

He will be missed.

John Payne

August 29, 2015

Thank you for everything, Tom

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