John Thome Obituary
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Robin and Steve Moss
November 29, 2017
My Sympathy to the Thome family!
Therese Cotter
November 28, 2017
My sympathies to the Thome family.
Father John Thome was a beloved pastor at Mount Pleasant Sacred Heart when I was in school. With a busy schedule, he somehow managed teaching senior class religion at the Academy. He always had such a kindly smile. My parents loved him! I was blessed to visit with him a few times at St. Anns Home this past year. May God grant him the joy of eternal life - - a rich reward for 71 years as a holy priest.
Joanne Fallon
November 28, 2017
We met Fr. John at St. Ann's, where my husband Dennis lived until his passing October 30. I will remember Fr. John's warm smile, booming voice while celebrating and assisting at Mass, his piano playing in the afternoon, and his gentle, cheerful presence. He was an inspiration and a blessing to us and will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family. God's peace.
Robin Stressman
November 27, 2017
He was such a special Priest and person. I was new to the area and the Church when we first met. I will never forget him. He was my Priest when I joined the Church, when I was married 40 years ago and when our first child was Christened. I know I will see him again!
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Carol Wendlandt
November 27, 2017
I knew Fr. Thome at St. Mary's Church quite awhile ago.
He was a very, very nice person and did much for this world.
Doug Stapleton
November 27, 2017
Fathers booming voice, while assisting at Mass at St Anns
will be missed.
Fr Mark Mitchell
November 27, 2017
A true gentle man and a devoted priest
Dan Thome
November 27, 2017
While mourning the loss of Fr. John, I remember his loving and kind nature and am in awe of his lifetime of achievements. He made such a positive impact on so many lives and I will really miss him, a favorite uncle.
Leo and Theresa Zainea
November 26, 2017
Father, you were always there to comfort the family at difficult times, and share in our joy during good times. We will miss you.
A Friend and Relative Rest In Peace
November 26, 2017
Such a good Man and Priest. The World is a better place because of you. You will be missed.
November 26, 2017
Fr. Thome was a kind gentle person and a beloved priest, we will always remember him.
The Fritz Family - Auburn, MI
Msgr. Gaspar Ancona
November 26, 2017
A faithful gentleman-servant of the Lord.
Patrick Periard
November 26, 2017
We loved him as our pastor at St. Joseph in Auburn. RIP Father Thome.
November 26, 2017
Beloved parish priest of many years, and a wonderful person! How we will miss Fr. Thome! We are grateful for the recent visit at St. Ann's. He was a humble, good man and very accepting of his situation. Our condolences to the family - Richard and Maureen Pitt
Rev. Paul Milanowski
November 25, 2017
Fr. John Thome was an inspiration to so many of us in the seminary and in his choirs. He gave us a love for music, ministry and service. Very grateful for his gifts and his friendship.
Jeffrey DeBoer
November 25, 2017
My condolences to the family. God-Bless.
Sue Wissink
November 24, 2017
Fr. John we will miss you at the Finkler Christmas parties. It was always fun having you join our family.
Sue, Rob, Sara Wissink
November 24, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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