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Thomas Hanna Obituary
Colby Maximus. He has left behind many friends and family that are forever grateful to have known such a truly amazing man. He was a lover of his family, his animals, his friends, and the outdoors. He was happiest working in his shop as an avid master craftsman, driving to Home Depot with his dog in the passenger seat, working with his many plants, and his large collection of rescued beautiful orchids. Thank you, Dad, for being the most amazing, loving, smart, strong, and giving person we have ever known. You have inspired us all to try to live up to the person you always were. Services will be held at the Hanna home in Winter Springs, FL on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009 at three in the afternoon.
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Michelle, Doug, Kyle and Kaitlin Jones
October 15, 2009
Deb, Margeaux, Chad and Sierra,
I am so saddened to hear about Tom. We have wonderful memories of him we will always cherish. He will be missed by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you all!!
Sally Milton
October 11, 2009
I was fortunate enough to have met Tom almost 10 years ago on my home improvement project. For the 3+ months he worked on my house, not only did I get to observe his master craftsmanship first-hand, but I also got to know Tom Hanna personally. It was obvious from the start that he loved his family and before the project was completed, I had the pleasure of meeting both his wife and children. I even have a photo of Tom with Margeaux and Chad, when he enlisted them to help "texture" the drywall in my house and they were all covered in this white substance from head to toe!
After Tom completed that first project at my house, I told him that he was the only one I would ever want to use going forward. Plus for selfish reasons, I wanted to keep in touch with him so I could continue to hear about his family and their life experiences.
Most recently, after almost six years, I got to see Tom again regarding another home improvement project and it's like we picked up right where we left off. Before we even started discussing the project, we would spend time catching up on each other's personal lives and he always had a big smile on his face, when he talked about his family!
The last time I got to see Tom was on Thursday morning, the day of his passing, and he was very excited about the family plans for the weekend. When I walked Tom out to his truck to say goodbye, Colby was contently waiting for him in the passenger seat. At that moment, I thought to myself that's a happy dog and that's a happy man!
With a very saddened heart, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with Tom's family during this very difficult time.
Gordie Ball
October 11, 2009
For Debbie and the kids- Even though years have separated us,it seems like only yesterday we were laughing and talking. We will all miss Tom but not like you will. Time helps to heal old wounds but only love can mend the heart. May you all find the love you need to help you through these lonely times. Love you,
Nicole Burkett
October 8, 2009
Mr. Hanna always kept me on my toes, as I kept him on his. Between the stories I would hear him tell of his younger days and the "post game" cursing tantrums I would display in front of him (which he got a kick out of). He was just another one of the "soccer moms" who was always there for everyone. I remember twisting my ankle at one of our last games and he was the 2nd person (next to my mom) at my side, holding the ice on my ankle, feeding my advil and of course, taking a picture of my pain filled face which happens to be my moms favorite picture of me, go figure. So he blew it up and sent it to her and it sits on her desk in a frame. Sierra is one of my good, good friends and whenever I would go to her house whether it was to stay, or just to pick her up I would always say "where's your dad?" because I know he would've been mad if I was within 50 feet of his house and did not say hello. When you spend every saturday and sometimes sundays with a person for almost 8 years you grow to be family, and thats what the Hanna's are to us soccer people. Si, you know I know exactly what you're going through and I promise you it may not seem like it now, but it does get easier..and although you've heard my piece already, i'm going to tell you one more time that I love you and I am here for you everday.
Jackie Winne
October 8, 2009
To the Hanna Family:
Your loss is one that I am sure you feel will hang heavily forever, as it does now. I know from having lost many dear people in my short time here on earth that the weight slowly lifts but the pain never goes. It seems to be replaced in your heart where you can visit and cry, if needed, smile when times remind you of the good times, and most importantly, a place you can go to and always remember the love you will never lose and cherish it's feel. My husband loved Tom as though he was he older brother. I awoke the other morning to find him sitting at the computer waiting for 'The Man' to show up with his Tweet, he never came. He sat for the longest time hoping for his brother to show, his heart being as heavy as yours.
You have us here if ever you need us. Jim would, as you, do anything to have him back but, God took him for a reason that will be shown to us all at different times, in different ways. His love will stay with us always.
We love you all and are so very sorry for losing a very wonderful, giving, and loving man as Tom was and always will be.
Susan, Marshall and Autumn Kelley
October 7, 2009
We are deeply saddened by the loss of this wonderful man. Tom was devoted to his family, true to his friends, a lover of animals and life's simplest pleasures. He will be forever missed by those who had the good fortune to know him.
jill jaynes
October 7, 2009
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
Jill Jaynes
October 7, 2009
Dear Hanna Family:
I met Margeaux and Jeff here in Vero Beach at the cove, and just by meeting them I could tell what a magnificient Dad she had, Margeaux glowed when she spoke about you, My heart goes out to you and my very deepest sympathy for your loss..Please do not hesitate to call on me if you ever need me.
jim&jackie winne
October 7, 2009
Well Tom is guess u da man!! I will miss you very much no one else can take your place in my heart you and I had a special friendship,You were always a true friend to me. You and your family always treated me as family.Jackie and I know your family is suffering a great loss right now,but they must know that everyone you touched in your life is praying for them always to overcome this super grief. tom has told me many times how proud he is of all his family!! jimmy&jackie,oviedo,fl.
jim &jackie winne
October 7, 2009
Well Tom is guess u da man!! I will miss you very much no one else can take your place in my heart you and I had a special friendship,You were always a true friend to me. You and your family always treated me as family.Jackie and I know your family is suffering a great loss right now,but they must know that everyone you touched in your life is praying for them always to overcome this super grief. tom has told me many times how proud he is of all his family!! jimmy&jackie,oviedo,fl.
Susan Dow
October 6, 2009
Dear Hanna Family,
I enjoyed talking with Tom at many a soccer game. He was always full of great stories. He also gave me the recipe for his "special" water that I have yet to try. Know you'll miss him dearly. Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Love,
Susan, Katie Dow & Family
Alex and Lisa Kepfer
October 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jimmie Marshall
October 6, 2009
We have long considered Tom a part of our extended family and treasure the quality time spent together. We will miss him and think of him often. Our deepest sympathy to his family.
Pam McCarthy
October 5, 2009
Tom was a rich man in all the ways that matter. He will be missed by all of those who came in contact with him and knew him for the surprising, affable and prodigious person that he was. For so many, many reasons, he will be truly missed.
Ed, Lil & Lauren Coughlin
October 5, 2009
We are saddened to hear about Tom's passing. We had fun on the soccer field and he was the mascot "water boy".He was a wonderful, kind person and friend and he will be missed. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Char Meier
October 5, 2009
Thank you Tom for being the man you were to all. I thank you for your friendship and I will miss it. My prayers to all who will miss this man. If I could I would reach out and hug each of you.
With a heavy heart I say good bye to a special man & a dear friend.
“Bow Your Head”
Bow your head, close your eyes,
let the Lord hear all your cries.
Yes it is true, he’s always near.
and every prayer is one he’ll hear.
No burden or pain is beyond His control,
give it to Him to restore your soul.
For as long as we have faith in our heart,
our prayers will be answered and worries depart.
Bow your head, and just believe,
and when you ask, you will receive.
He will dry the tears from your cheek,
if only in the Lord you seek.
So before you go to sleep tonight,
let go of your day, everything is alright.
Just bow your head, speak your prayer,
and trust in Him who will forever care.
Jennifer Quigley
October 5, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Quigley family will miss him dearly.
Geoff Ball
October 5, 2009
I can still see his bright eyed-smile;lunch at Brandywine's or canoeing on the Wekeiva.Our deepest sympathy to you all. He was a special human!
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