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Thomas V. McCunniff LUBBOCK- Thomas V. McCunniff, passed from this life on Sunday, June 9, 2013. We will gather for fellowship and remembrance from 6 to 8 p.m., today, June 12 at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers. A service to celebrate his life of 58 years is scheduled at 2 p.m. on Thursday, at LakeRidge United Methodist Church. A tribute of Tom may be found at www.memorialdesigners.net, where you may leave memories and expressions of sympathy for his family. Thomas Vincent was born on April 11, 1955, in Kansas City, MO, to Dr. William Barlow and Sara Christine McCunniff. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Regis University and then began his 33 year tenure with Hormel Foods. Tom was active serving in his church and community, and he was always willing to extend a helping hand to ensure others' happiness. He was proudest of his wife and children whom he adored. Tom was the ultimate family man and would undoubtedly support and do anything for each of his children through any of life's circumstances. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Lori Ellen McCunniff; children, Dr. William Thomas McCunniff, his wife, Kate and their son, Wesley Thomas; Sara Ellen and her husband, Robert Joyce; and Mark Thomas McCunniff and fianc , Jenny Giesbrecht. Tom is also survived by his brother, Dr. Michael McCunniff and wife, Janice; sister, Mary McNutt and husband, Dr. Nicholas McNutt; father and mother in-love, William and Ellen Shurtleff; and many loving relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are welcome to LRUMC Missions at 4701 82nd Street, Lubbock, Texas, 79424 or Children's Miracle Network at 602 Indiana Ave., Lubbock, Texas, 79415.

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Published by Lubbock Avalanche-Journal from Jun. 11 to Jun. 12, 2013.

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Kevin Regan

May 31, 2018

Dear Lori and family, I am so sorry to learn about Tom' s passing. We were classmates at RHS and he was always a man for others with a warm smile and kind way. Kansas City 's loss was truly Lubbock 's gain. God' s blessings of peace and healing to you all.

Corliss Panis

August 13, 2013

Lori, I am deeply saddened by this. I think about you every day. I will miss Tom's hardy laugh and great smile. I will never forget our bike rides and conversations about life! I miss you guys! What a great loss this is. I will keep you and the kids in my prayers

Claudette Kimberly

July 5, 2013

Tom was one of the nicest people I knew. He had such a kind nature about him. I will miss seeing him at the Affiliated Food Show in Amarillo. It wont be the same without him. Prayers go out to the family for comfort.

Larry Mills

June 24, 2013

Tom was one of those rare people who was always a source of encouragement to everyone. Like Barnabus in the early church he will be remembered as the great encourager. He was loved not only by his family but by so many friends and his Hormel family. He trained and inspired many young sales reps. Our time together in the old Southwest Region was filled with some of my best memories, especially because of Tom. The contest trip for the district was one of those special memories. Ya'll were wonderful hosts.
God bless and comfort the whole family.

Larry & Betty Mills

Jamie McCann

June 13, 2013

Lori, since we moved out of Lubbock we do not attend lakeridge anymore. I just heard of this and am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Tom other than always had a smile on his face at church. But one thing I have loved about you - is those prayers that you pray. I pray that God will provide you all the strength and peace and feelings of being loved than you can even imagine. Prayers for you and your family, now and in the upcoming days and weeks and months.

June 13, 2013

Will miss having lunch ( Lenhart & Assoc ) with because you liked Liver & Onions like i did. prayers are with the family. jerrie scroggins

Bruce & Jane Gilbert

June 13, 2013

Our dearest Lori, Bill, Sara and Marc,
You know that our thoughts have been with you during this time. You are in our hearts and prayers as is Tom. He was a very special man and our times with all of you will never be forgotten. Much love to you all.

Catherine Smith

June 12, 2013

My heart goes out to you and your wonderful family, Lori. You have been such an inspiration to me in the past and I pray for God's blessings to comfort you and your family during this difficult time.

June 12, 2013

Lori and family,

I am so sorry for your loss! Praying for comfort!

Patti Mosser

June 12, 2013

Lori and family,

As a young colleague of Tom's 26 years ago, he inspired me through his kindness, his helping hands to all, and humble nature. He was a role model in professionalism and character. Please accept my condolences and God Bless you all.
-Mike White, Hormel Foods
Cincinnati, Ohio

June 12, 2013

Lori, You were so kind to help me to get the Christmas Memorial service started at 17th & Quaker Church of Christ. Thank you again and know that you and your family are in my prayers with the loss of your loved one. In Christian love, Georgia Biggs.

tommy spitzer

June 12, 2013

Lakeridge has lost a great man we are very sorry and all of you are in our payers--

June 12, 2013

Praying for you all! Rick, Sherri, Berkley, and Landry Stone

Clark Barnett

June 12, 2013

Dear Lori & Family, all the Barnett's hearts reach out to you at the loss of our dear friend Tom whom we will miss at Church and other places. We know he is in a much better place and we will see him there, but our hearts hurt because we will not see his wonderful smile here in the body. Our payers are with all of you at this sad time. We love you very much, Clark & Wanda

The Chop Family

June 12, 2013

Our prayers are with all the McCunniff family in this difficult time.

Ed Callahan

June 12, 2013

My condolences to the McCunniff Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I met Tom at Regis my first day on campus in 1975. Tom and I became fast friends. What a kind, funny, friendly, devious (in a good way) man. Tom is a rare breed in today's world. A great friend and a great guy. Go in peace my friend.

Amy Regan

June 12, 2013

Lori & family, I am so sorry I can't be with you as you mark Tommy's passing and celebrate his life. I have so many memories of our childhood together, and how he would be so nice to just to make Mary mad! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

June 12, 2013

Lori, May God surround you and comfort you and your family during this difficult time.

Anne and Joe Clinton - Scotland

Cindy Shook

June 12, 2013

Lori, I am so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. I was so shocked when I heard the news. Please know my prayers are with you and your family. You have always shared words of comfort every time you listened to others share their worries and concerns. If I can ever be a listening ear or a source of encouragement, I will be there for you.

David & Dede Fleisher

June 11, 2013

Our deepest sympathy and love, Lori. You will remain in our prayers.

Dodie Northcutt

June 11, 2013

Lori, Bill, Sara and Mark - Our deepest condolences on your great loss. Tom was a great man. His kindness, love of life, love of family, his infectious laughter, and his great faith are the things I will always remember about him. Your family is an inspiration to us all. May the Lord hold you close as you walk through the dark days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Carlos Flores

June 11, 2013

Tom was a beacon of light to all who knew him. His light continues to shine through his beloved family. His love of Christ and his family is evident in the legacy he leaves. Tom will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with Lori, Bill. Sara, Mark and the entire family. You are loved.

Judy Allen

June 11, 2013

God's peace and comfort to you and your family-

June 11, 2013

we are so sorry about Tom's passing! He was a wonderful man and the worth of his life is shown by his family! We are fortunate indeed that his son married our granddaughter Kate and that they just had a little boy who will carry on his name. Our prayers are with all of his wonderful family! We have been enriched by our relationship! John and Bonnie Boyd

June 11, 2013

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I remember Tom's care and love for people, and his genuine smile. I pray for God's peace to rule in your hearts these days and those to come.
Lovingly,
Naomi Kaufman

Larry Hess

June 11, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of Tom's passing. What an exceptional man and wonderful family. May God's unending love comfort you at your time of loss.

Larry Winton

June 11, 2013

We cannot express how deeply sorry we are for Lori, the family, and all the members of Lakeridge Methodist Church for this lost. Tom was always a very friendly type of guy and seemed to love everyone. Our prayers will be for all who knew Tom. And, especillay for you, Lori.

Larry & Oressa

Becky Rehm Bransley

June 11, 2013

Heard from a college friend of Tom's passing. My condolences to the family. Tom left his college friends with lasting memories of a good man. Blessings on your family during this difficult time.

Teresa Reed

June 11, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family. Tom was one of the kindest men I've known. Sending hugs to all of you.

Martha Pierce

June 11, 2013

To Lori and family...I am so deeply sadden by the news of Tom's passing. My love and prayers are with you at this most difficult time!

Deena Brashear

June 11, 2013

Tom was a very dear and kind man, I will miss him very much. My prayers are with you.

June 11, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. We will also always remember Tom's wonderful smile and laughter.
Rick and Beth Hanna

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