Thomas (Tom)-Selves-Obituary

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Thomas (Tom) E Selves

Mar 6, 1945 - Aug 28, 2025

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It is with very heavy hearts, that we must say goodbye, till we see ya in heaven dear and loving friend.....one more thank you for all of your help and caring in keeping an eye on our casita for these past 10 years.....a wonderful and caring neighbor you were!!! May God bless you as you walk the golden cobblestone roads of heaven with Jesus at your side, till next time dear Tom!!!....Chilo and Irene

Dolores, Our condolences and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in all your happy memories together.

My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May the lord hold each of you close during this difficult time.

Knowing Tom for the last 60 years was a joy - he was another big brother to me and a foster child to my Mom and Dad. We worked on the farm together in Sand Hollow and were lucky enough to have many visits from him and Dolores through the years. He will be sorely missed and always remembered as a special part of our family.

You have always been like a brother to me. Love you and miss you forever.

Shelly and family,

We were so sorry to hear of your father's/grandfather's passing. It is a loss that never heals, but in time we hope the wonderful memories will always be with you! We are saddened to not have had the opportunity to meet him, but can see that he has left lasting impressions for those lucky enough to have known him.

I’m gonna miss you, Tom

I’ll always remember my first time “driving” — flying across the desert on that razor with you, laughing the whole way. You showed me that joy could be found in dust, speed, and a little bit of recklessness. You also taught me that New Mexico chilies and pecans weren’t just food, they were stories — lessons that shaped me as a chef and as a person. Thank you for giving me flavor, fun, and love that will stay with me forever. Ride on, Uncle Tom — I know you’ve already found the hottest chili...

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

Obituary

Thomas (Tom)'s Obituary

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, Tom Selves, on August 28, 2025, at 80 years old.  He grew up in Idaho and served in the US Army for three years with a year of service in Vietnam.  In...

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