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LCPL Thomas Michael Bishop, Jr.,
of Endwell
LCPL Thomas Michael Bishop, Jr., died July 9th 2008 at a young age of 21 in N.C. He served one tour in Iraq. He leaves behind a 16 month old daughter, Karley C. Bishop; his wife, Eden Cranford Bishop; his parents, Cindy Riley Bishop and Thomas Bishop; two sisters, one brother, Tanyann M. Bishop, Stacy L. Bishop and Michael Thomas Bishop; his grandfather, William H. Riley; two uncles, one aunt, William H., II and Karen Riley, Robert Riley and Geraldine and Dwayne Swan; many cousins; nieces and nephews, Tanya Knapp Watt, Jessica Bahney, Nichole Riley, Victoria Riley, Roger Riley, William H. Riley III, Christopher Riley, Chelsea Riley, and Cody Riley; along with so many other family members. Thomas was an athlete. He played baseball and football for Maine-Endwell. He graduated at Tates Creek High School in Lexington, Kentucky.
Funeral services will be held at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, 3421 Harrodsburg Rd., Lexington, Kentucky, July 16th at 1:30 p.m. Thomas you will be greatly missed. You are our hero.
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for Thomas Bishop
tina
July 11, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
tina multer
July 11, 2009
tommy baby i miss you so much your in my thoughts everyday i rember all the good times i've shared watching you grow all these years i light a candle for you everyday in honor of you thank you for your service in USMC i miss you my friend,nephew ilove you dearly say hello to steven for me an maggie.i love you forever son im proud of you.
Jennifer Hoskins
December 9, 2008
Tommy baby... words cant express how i feel without you here. i love you, miss you and think about you every day. The girls remind me of you every time i look at them. they are so lucky to have you as their daddy. i just wish they could have known you. i know that you are still here with me and i know that you are watching over everyone that you loved. i will see you again.
ALL OUR LOVE,
Bailey, Madilynn, Alexi, Aidan and
Nichole Copson
November 25, 2008
Oh Bishop.. U were my bestfriend. We had some fun times at barneys.. I will always remebering you dancing, and teaching me how to "CUPID SHUFFLE". Im glad we got close and I cant believe I gave you a hug and then within 8 hours, you were gone. I was devestated. I miss you bringing me Waffle house at 3am.. and Rodeo burgers..lol.. ahh.. I miss you. Thank you for getting me out of that speeding ticket on the way to ur memorial service.. whoa! 85 in a 35 in havelock lol, i didnt want to miss it!..
I want everyone to know, that Thomas was loved by everyone in Havelock. He was the most amazing person, and he loved his daughter so much.. I remember when he got home from Kentucky, after july4th, he told me.. KARLEY IS SO BIG!! Her feet are like --- THIS BIG!!.. I cant believe it!!.. lol.. He loved that beautiful little girl.
He loved Eddie also. When he got back, from KY, the same time from july 4th, he couldnt stop telling me, how beautiful she was.. He loved Eddie so much. And I know Eddie loved him.
Well, Thomas is missed. And thomas, if ur looking down, ur name is on the back of my CAR! lol. u better know i miss u.. Now watch over all of us.. and ur marines..
Rest in Peace Lcpl. Thomas. Semper Fi.
Cindy Bishop
August 10, 2008
Thomas my son I can't believe it's already been a month it feels like yesterday that I recieved the horriable news. I think of you each day I talk to you each night I Only wish I could turn the hands of time back and know what I know now as I would have gladly have taken your place. You were TOO young and had so much to offer this world. I'm so very PROUD of you , your life and the USMC. I know your grandma is with you and your both watching over all of us. I want to dedicate a song for you IF YOUR READING THIS by TIM McGRAW. Your home Son with god. I love and miss you so very much. I know that someday we'll be together again until then my son Much love love Mom
tANYANN BISHOP
August 1, 2008
MY BROTHER WAS THE BEST , I KNOW WITH OUT A DOUBT HE IN WALKING THE GATES OF HEAVEN, I WILL MISS YOU SOME MUCH TOMMY SORRY I WAS NOTT ABLE TO BE THERE BUT YOU KNOW THAT I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART. TALIYA WILL REMBER WHAT A GREAT UNLCE YOU ARE . JUST REMBER FAMILY THAT I AM PROUD OF MY BROTHER POOH AND MIKE I LOVE YOU
Joan Monta
July 21, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Tommy.I've known Tommy since he was about four years old.Tommy was always a good kid and grew to be a fine young man.
Cindy,Tom,Tanyann,Stacy,Michael,
Eden and Karley you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty Plymale
July 21, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about tommy.My son and daughter use to hang around tommy and stacy.My thought and prayer go out to his family.
Howard Bishop
July 20, 2008
T.J. you was a hellun as a kid, but you turned out to be a hell of man and father. You will be missed by many. You were to young to die and it broke my heart to hear of your passing. Our last words to each other were memorable I hope everyone else can say the same. I Salute You LCPL Thomas M. Bishop Jr., I will miss you kid, I Love You and I will never forget you. Rest In Peace Nephew
debbie parker
July 19, 2008
TOMMY I WILL MISS YOU EVER SO MUCH MY LOVING NEPHEW GOD BLESS .
CINDY IM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AS ONE MOTHER TO THE NEXT.
DEBBIE PARKER
July 19, 2008
MY NEPHEW "LCPL MARINES"THOMAS MICHAEL BISHOP JR.DIED
HE SERVED ONE YEAR IN IRAQ AND WAS GOING BACK FOR 4 MORE YEARS. HE DIED JULY 9,08 HE WAS ONLY 21YRS ONLY HE DIED AND WAS A GREAT NEPHEW TO ME AND HE WILL BE GREATLY MISS. I LOVE YOU TOMMY AS YOUR AUNT DEBBIE CALLED YOU GOD SPEED MY NEPHEW.
MISS YOU ALWAYS NEVER WILL FORGET YOU MY LOVING NEPHEW
ALSO TO MY BROTHER TOM M. BISHOP YOU WERE A GREAT FATHER TO YOUR SON "LCPL MARINES"THOMAS MICHAEL BISHOP JR. HE LOVED YOU WITH ALL HIS HEART ANDHIS OLDEST SISTER TANYANN BISHOP ,HIS SISTER STACEY BISHOP ,HIS BROTHER MICHAEL BISHOP THE LAST ONE BORN.I AM SO SORRY THAT YOU ALL HAVE GO THREW THIS PAIN ITS THE HARDEST PAIN LOSSING A SON ,BROTHER I LOVE YOU ALL GOD BLESS. DEBBIE BISHOP PARKER
AND TO MY BROTHERS GIRLFRIEND JUSTINA WHO I KNOWN SHE LOVED TOMMY TO. GOD BLESS TO MY FAMILY WHO I LOVE DEARLY.
Howard M. Bishop Jr.
July 19, 2008
You was a hellen as a kid, but you turn out to be a hell of man and a father. You was to young to die and that breaks my heart. I Salute You Thomas M. Bishop Jr. You will be missed by me. I Love You T. J.
Cindy Bishop
July 19, 2008
I would like to tell all LCPL Thomas Bishop's Marine Brothers that my heart goes out them as well in this horrible time . Just know that this Mom is praying for all of you . Once a Marine always a Marine. Once a Marine Mom Always a Marine Mom Semper FI
Kristin Ayres
July 17, 2008
I went to school with Tom. He was really nice to everyone. Im sorry for your loss. My thaughts and prayers are with family and friends. RestInPeace.
Melissa H
July 17, 2008
So very sorry to hear about your loss. I went to school with him and know he was a great person. He always knew how to make someones day better. My heart goes out to tommy's family. He will be greatly missed.
*RIP TOMMY*
Danielle F
July 17, 2008
Went to school with him, great kid!
So sorry to hear, my thoughts and prayers to his family..
he will be missed..
RIP in Tom
Morgan County DAV Chapter #132
July 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are of the family of this fine soldier. Fairwell our Comrade, may you rest in peace in God's arms until we meet again.
Wilma Tuggle
July 16, 2008
Like many others I am very sorry to hear of your lost. I have not met any of you in person, but have felt you in my heart. Me being a Mom myself, my thoughts will be with you Cindy Jo. With Love,,Wilma
William Riley
July 16, 2008
Cindy Jo Dad knows that the days ahead will be empty,and that you will be hurting for your lost,but remember you have family,who LOVES YOU& Friends
LOVE ALWAYS
DAD
tiffany cook
July 16, 2008
hey bishop family and friends...I am so sorry to hear about tommy's passing. I know he was a great person by the way that michael talked about him and the pain i saw on michaels face when he was gone. i send my love and greatest sympathy to you all. hang in there, especially tom, justina and cindy. i know this is a very hard time for you all.
-ashleys older sister-
april and david tuite
July 16, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
kristy burtis
July 16, 2008
tommy was the best cousin ever. he loved to have fun. he always knew how to make people smile if they where happy or sad. he will always be my hero and my loved cousin. he will be missed so much and will never be forgotten. i know he is in a better place now and is watching over all of us.
his cousin kristy burtis
Mitchell Owens
July 16, 2008
Tommy, We miss you already. It's be a pleasure serving with you. you were a great friend, and an even better MARINE.
Zack Earnest
July 16, 2008
Thank You for your service! You are considered to be a hero to alot of people. I graduated from TCHS in 2005 also and was in the Marines and was medically discharged my little bro is a grunt the the Marines too. Greatest respects to you and your family! Semper Fi
Nicole florance
July 15, 2008
Thomas Bishop Jr. was such a great person. His smile would lite up a room no matter what the situation was. He is missed and will never be forgotten. His memory will carry on through his beautiful daughter. He fought for his country and was a hero and always will be. It may be goodbye for now but i know in my heart we all will see him again someday. Thomas now walks beside the lord with no pain or worries and someday we will walk beside Thomas again but untill then we will cherish his memories and hold him close to our hearts. We love you Tommy you are our hero love your cousin Nicole Florance
Tina Multer
July 15, 2008
Tommy,I've known you since you were little i'm so proud of the man you became thank you for your service in protecting our country you will be surley missed your legacy will live on through your daughter god bless you your in my heart always i will miss your smile an kind spirit Hoorah!!
Donna Combs
July 15, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family of LCpl Thomas Bishop. Our son was proud to serve with him in the USMC, 2nd LAAD Bn. Cherry Point, NC. We met Tommy on several occasions, while visiting our son. He will be missed by everyone.
Dale and Donna Combs and Family (Conyers, GA), LCpl Robert Combs, 2nd LAAD Bn., Cherry Point, NC: stationed in TQ Iraq.
Ashley Cook
July 15, 2008
hey you guys....im really sorry about tommy. i wish i could have met him. i was really looking forward to it. im glad that i could be there this past week, and im very sorry he's gone. i love you all and you're all in my thoughts...
~ashley~
Carol Cook
July 15, 2008
Bishop family,
Our family is thinking of you all and remembering your son. May God bless you and help you through this horrible time. You will get through and he'll always be remembered. Let us know if we can help in any way.
dennis doan
July 15, 2008
I AM SO SORRY ABOUT THOMAS. I
WAS VERY PROUD OF HIM, BEING A
GREAT MARINE. AS HIS SUPERVISOR
AT KROGER, THOMAS WAS ALWAYS
READY TO GO BEYOND HIS DUTIES.
MISS HIS SMILE.
Ricky and Karry payne
July 15, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ricky and Karry payne
July 15, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Krystle, Kayleigh, Cpl Colby Kendall
July 15, 2008
LCpl Tomas Bishop, you are missed dearly by us, and 2nd LAAD. Thank you for all the things you did and your services. Our prayers are with Karley and your family during this hard time.
David Earnest
July 15, 2008
Our prayers go out to the family of Thomas. Our oldest son who also graduated from Tates Creek in 2005 went into the Marine Corps but is home on a medical discharge now. Thomas's service to his country is something to be proud of. Our youngest son is currently in a Marine Batt. on the west coast. We hope all goes well for Thomas's wife, daughter, parents and all the family.
seth hall
July 15, 2008
Lcpl Bishop you are missed from all at 2nd LAAD BN. We love you and you will allways be with us where ever we may go. Godspeed and Semper Fi.
June Millard
July 15, 2008
Tommy Jr. You was always a good respectful kid and we will miss you.Our prayers are with all those who have suffered your loss. As Our entire family have suffered many losses ourselves. God BLESS YOU AND YOURS.
cindy bishop
July 15, 2008
I'd like to say thank you for your thoughts and prayers Thomas bishop will live on threw his daughter
Catherine (Riley)Rought
July 15, 2008
Thank You for your service.
You will be missed.
Cousin Kay
Tina Martinez
July 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you Cindy Jo and family. Love your cousin.
Mary (Riley)Evans
July 15, 2008
Didn't get to spend a lot of time with you,but you will be truely missed
Cousin Mary (Riley)Evans
Judy Riddell
July 15, 2008
Dear Bishop Family,
I'm so sorry about your beloved Thomas. He is one of our nation's heros and will forever shine in all true Americans hearts. May God comfort you and all that loved him for your sacrifice and for his.
Robert D Riley
July 15, 2008
We All Here Will Miss You.
Bob & Austin
Olivia Bernard
July 15, 2008
I'ts sad to see someone that you went to school with (kia) just a few years after graduating from high school. My deepest sympethy goes to the family of Thomas.
Cindy Stansfield
July 15, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. God Bless Tommy for his service to our country.
linda weber
July 15, 2008
he willbe missed
Roxie Acquisto
July 15, 2008
My blessings to family and friends. I did not have the opportunity to know Thomas. However, any young man serving in the military has my heartfelt appreciation. I don't know what caused his death, but am so sorry for your loss. My son is also in the Marine Corp. at Camp LeJuene and is getting ready for his 2nd deployment. Please find some comfort in the fine young man your son was and what he contributed to his family and his country. God bless you all.
audrey vick halliday
July 15, 2008
love and prayers to a family i havent yet met but feel the loss knowing rev charlie bishop from elk lake church he did my husbands funeral srvice may in 2007 so sorry so young and leaving the family prayers and love, audrey r halliday and vicky
William H Riley
July 15, 2008
Will miss you Tommy.
Grandpa Riley
Teresa Prelaz
July 14, 2008
Dearest Bishop Family: I'm a former worker of JP Services. I am blessed to have met & worked with your family. My heart & tears are with you at this rough time. I worked closely with Tommy's father, "Tommy B". His Dad would light up when talking of his son & when speaking to him on the cell phone! I am privleged to have met him & to know what a great son & hero that he is & remains! God Bless & Many Prayers to All of You! Sincerely, Teresa A. Prelaz
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