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Thomas Deane Obituary
Resident of Morgan Hill
1945 - 2010
Died September 17, 2010 as the result of an automobile accident in Morgan Hill, California. He was born January 13, 1945 to Thomas and Beulah Deane in Berkeley, California. He was married to Lynne Anne Deane from 1964 - 1981. He is survived by his daughter Melanie Deane Clowers, son-in-law Jeffrey, son, Thomas E. Deane, daughter in-law Kjerstin, grandchildren, Brandon Deane Clowers and Julia Anne Clowers, sisters, Carol Binder, Lori Sue Gomez, brothers Patrick & Timothy Swift, cousin Christine Vicars, nieces and nephews, Leila & Rachel Binder, Daniele, Patrick & Zachary Swift, Elizabeth & Ross Brarens, and dear friend Rico Canteras.
Tom was a journeyman bookbinder, member of the Bookbinders Union, later foreman and then plant manager at various book binderies/lithographers for over 40 years. He loved spending time with family and friends, golf, scuba diving and working out at the Elks Club.
A private memorial service will be held on October 16, 2010.
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Kirby Smith
October 24, 2010
Melanie and Thomas I am a friend of your father.I attended your dad brothers memorial, Jimmie in sacramento ca. where I meat your grandmother about twenty years ago.You and your family have my condolence.Keep the faith and stay strong as a family."Kirby Smith (E.Palo Alto,Ca.)
Mackenzie Lewin
October 14, 2010
Tom, you were a very important person in my life. I think about you often, I wish my son got the chance to meet you. I will never forget the memories we have shared or the lessons you had taught me. When visiting California, I always drive by the home you made my "home". I hope that you had found peace in your life and I KNOW you enjoyed every minute of it, that is why I LOVE YOU. You always made sure my sister, mother and I enjoyed life no matter what we did or didn't have. Melanie and Tommy, I am truly sorry for your loss. I know there are no words to ease your pain. I too am having to deal with some harsh realities regarding my father and his health right now, and I know how painful this can/could be. Please know that I loved/love Tom as a father figure and I will never forget him. God bless.
Carolyn Berry Thayer
October 14, 2010
Dear Melanie,
"When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure".
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I too, have fond memories of Tom that will stay with me for a long time. My sincere condolences to the Deane Family, we had some great times together.
God Bless You & Yours,
Carolyn B. Thayer
Maggie Lewin Rougeaux
October 14, 2010
Tom was a very important part of my life. He was super funny and very generous. I already missed him dearly. Melanie, Tommy, so so sorry for your loss. Wish you each and your famiy the best
Maggie Lewin Rougeaux
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