Donald Philip Thom

Thanks to all the wonderful people (there were many) who attended Dad's beautiful service Saturday February 22. Thanks for supporting him, thanks for loving him and thanks for being his friend. He was a great man in a quiet way.

Sending you the love of your Gotter, Wilson, and Keady cousins. We'll be keeping you in our hearts and prayers as friends and family gather at tomorrow's memorial service. Blessings on all, Karen, Roger and family

Hey, Don, which of the forts we built together are you visiting now--The bamboo? the palm frond one? How about the one where we hollowed out the haystack--pretty sneezy for you. San Carlos was comprised of dirt roads and hayfields--and the "World's biggest bay tree--great for climbing. Such fun. Loving you forever, Your sister,Phyl

Dear Jocelyn and Family, My heart goes out to you with sympathy and love. Don was such a gentleman in every sense. Years (and years) ago as a young teenager, when my sister, Linda, and I babysat your boys, Don extended such memorable courtesy and made me feel so special and grown up. I will keep all of you in my heart.

Dear Jocelyn, Doug, David and Darryl. I first remember Don when I, as a teenager, babysat the boys. I remember thinking how lucky Jocelyn was to have such a dear husband and how fortunate those 3 little boys were to have such a wonderful role model. I know he will be missed and I hope that many fond memories will make you smile as you think of him. With love and sympathy, Linda (Wilder) Shineman

My Father was a great role model. Because of him, I have worked at the same job (and loved it) my whole life.

Don was charming with stories he told over and over again. The ones of pride and love about his family were the best - he was effusive about his boys. I think of those feelings - just for a moment - and pretend Don and Jocelyn were my own. That love is precious and irreplaceable.

Dear Jocelyn, David, Chris and Family,

Words fall short in conveying the sympathy that goes out to you now. Still, may you know how much we all care about you. Wishing you comfort and peace.