Thomas E. Alva

Thomas Alva Obituary

Thomas E. Alva Born in Gelnhausen, Germany and a longtime resident of Lakewood, passed away suddenly on May 17 at the age of 54. Tom is survived by his wife Rocio, and daughter Yesenia. Also surviving are two brothers, Manfred and Stephen Alva, a sister, Sonia Mueller, nephews Aaron Alva and Dominic Mueller, and a niece, Michelle Malette. Tom retired from Weyerhaeuser Company in 2009 after providing security services for 35 years. Tom had many friends and acquaintances, and was best known for his ability to never forget a face or a name. Tom's kitchen table was always a place to further friendships over conversation and coffee. Friends and family are invited on Sunday, May 22, 2011, from 2-4p.m., for a time of sharing memories and celebrating Tom's life at the home of Steve and Amy Alva (for more information email [email protected]). The family would appreciate donations be made to Tom's wife, Rocio, to help with medical expenses.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on May 20, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Alva

10 Entries

Danielle phelps

October 10, 2012

You were a great man tom and I'm very fortunate to have met you and to have had you in my life. My thoughts and prayers to the family.

Lori Dalesky

June 7, 2011

My prayers, my thoughts and my heart go out to Tom's family. Tom's gentle, kind spirit was expressed to all of us when he came to work each day at Weyerhaeuser. If you had a hard day, Tom would make it brighter with his smile. He truly cared for everyone. It's been a blessing to have worked with Tom. He will never be forgotten. God Bless you Tom!

Jodi Crawford

June 1, 2011

I am so saddened to hear of Tom's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Tom and seeing his smiling face just about every day. It may seem like a little thing but what I appreciated most about Tom is that he would walk me to my car after work if it were dark. When he was driving around and monitoring our parking lots, if he noticed my car was still there he would actually come in the building or call me to make sure that I called him before I left so he could walk or drive me to my car. A true gentleman and a true Dad at heart. I always felt so happy when he was around. Loved his smile! To his family: Please know that Tom was extremely respected and well-liked at Weyerhaeuser. He made an enormous difference in many people’s lives. Thank you Tom for being part of my life.

John Pocklington

May 25, 2011

Tom, i've only met you once in person that i can remember, talked to you so many times on the phone over the many years. you knew my dad for 28 plus years. he'd always come by nearly ever saturday to talk n have coffee with you. i just want to say you've been a great friend to me, my dad and everyone else in life you've came acrossed and befriended. you'll be missed greatly and loved always.

Mark Coucke

May 22, 2011

Tom you were a good friend, mentor and always treated me like a brother. I am a better person for knowing you. I will always remember you fondly my friend.

Yesenia Arellano

May 21, 2011

Dad,
I love you very much! Mom and I will miss you a lot but will forever keep you in our hearts. I want to thank you for being a great father to me and always looking out for my mother. I know God has a special place for you because you truly were an amazing man with a heart of gold. I know you will continue to look out for us. Rest in peace and do not worry mommy is in good hands I promise to continue to take care of her and continue to work hard so that I can continue to make you proud! I love you very much dad, you were and continue to be the greatest dad ever. Love, Yessie

Michelle Mallette

May 21, 2011

I miss you so much and will never forget you, you were a wonderful person and uncle and I know you have a special place in heaven and are in peace now. Love you.

Aaron Alva

May 20, 2011

I love you very much Tom. You will be in my heart forever. I will miss you very much as you rest with God.

Love,

Aaron

Mark & Jill Burt

May 20, 2011

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Joseph Velez

May 20, 2011

Tom, I will miss your friendly smile and wave when I pass through the neighborhood. I will never forget staying over and hanging out with Aaron and you would be there like you were my uncle to. My condolences to the your family and friends, we will miss you greatly.

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