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1973
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2020
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Thomas Kline Obituary
Milwaukee - Entered into eternal life, Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at the age of 47. Born March 30, 1973 in Milwaukee Wisconsin.
He is survived by father Robert Kline, beloved son of Kris (Keith) Jamieson, sister Julie (Tom) Felser, nephew Jack Felser, niece Alyssa Felser, and many other relatives and friends. A special thank you to friends Mark and Karen Bohlmann, and his family within the Milwaukee Police Department and the Milwaukee Fire Department.
From a young age he always wanted to be a police officer and have the opportunity to help people. His maternal grandfather was Captain of the State Patrol and inspired Tommy with stories of work whenever they were together. Tommy served in the United States Marines Corps as Military Police for four years. Following he went through training at the Milwaukee Police Academy and was sworn in as an officer on July 25, 2001.
He will be remembered as a kind hearted man with empathy for all. He had recently been awarded for his dedication to the homeless of Milwaukee. He was always there to lend a hand and will be missed dearly.
Visitation to be held September 14, from 10AM to 1:45PM at St. Anthony on the Lake W280N2101 Prospect Ave. Pewaukee, WI. Memorial Service to follow at 2PM.
Tom reached out to help the homeless in a way that others could not. He saved lives and treated everyone with empathy. To honor Tom's legacy, the family requests in lieu of flowers, donations made to the organization that Tom worked with: Milwaukee County Housing Division, 600 W. Walnut St. Ste 100, Milwaukee, WI 53212 Attention: James Mathy. Please note in the memo line Housing First.
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Jessica Dumke
September 13, 2020
Although I have not seen Tom in well over a decade, I'm missing him, and sad knowing he's not out there helping others as he did so well.
One of the last times I spent with Tom was at Bradford Beach with him, my brother Jason and their friends. We had decided to walk to the cow snack bar and I had left my shoes back at our spot. I didnt ask; Tommy just directed me to hop on for a piggy back ride so my feet didn't burn in the hot sand. He made me feel safe and special because of his strength and height. He carried me all the way there and back without a wince, still laughing and being his jovial self. Any funny.
Thank you for being a good friend and gentleman, Tom. You will always be one of my brothers.
Condolences to the family, especially Julie and Tom whom I knew from high school days.
Sean Smith
September 13, 2020
A Marine's Marine. A dedicated public servant. Rest easy brother; we've got it from here.
Jon Cermele
September 12, 2020
Was privileged to know Tom for almost 20 years. We first met when he was a rookie officer. Our paths would cross multiple times per year for the last 19 years. No matter the situation, he he always had a smile and a laugh, and was willing to assist me in helping his fellow officers. I can say without hesitation that he was a good man; a man who would put himself before others. It simply doesn’t get any better than that. You will certainly be missed. God bless you and keep you.
Angela Skurulsky
September 11, 2020
I started working for the Pewaukee School system in 1984. (Retired in 2013) My second year was as the Middle School secretary. Tommy would be with me in the office on a regular basis....he was just a goof ball ...a really sweet kid. ...(same age as my son at the time). We had some really interesting conversations. Teachers would tease him that he intentionally tried to get sent down to the office in order to spend the days with me. (Think there was some element of truth to that...Mr Feuerstein (principal) said as much!) During that time I got to experience Tommy’s sense of humor and caring nature.
It didn’t surprise me when I learned he became a police officer and of his outreach work with the homeless......a job that I knew he would approach with compassion. It saddens me greatly that he suffered such despair. REST IN PEACE TOMMY.
Heartfelt sympathy to the family for your loss.
Angie Skurulsky ......aka “Mrs S”
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Kristin
September 11, 2020
What a huge loss not only to family, friends, men and women in blue at MPD but to the community. My deepest sympathies.
Violeta Fridl Tenhaken
September 10, 2020
Tom, my Buddy!!! When we worked together, we spend a lot of time hanging out as best friends; with lots of meaningful conversations. I will forever remember Tom’s caring heart to make everyone around him happy, and his
soul - deep - bright -smile.
My prayers to his family.
Stephen Rypel
September 10, 2020
Maybe everyone hated elementary school, and middle school. I did.
I became friends with Tom in 8th grade. Tom was kind to me and, for the life of me, I didn't really understand why. He was older, cooler, and people wanted to be his friend. I think the most admiral thing about Tom was that it didn't even seem to occur to him that he was being kind. That's just how he was. We were unlikely friends. At least, I thought we were unlikely because I couldn’t imagine how anyone would want to be friends with me. Looking back on that year, I think he taught me that being one of the Misfit Toys wasn't really that bad.
The last conversation I remember having with him was June 1988 in Village Park. Tom and I had a mutual friend who was struggling with her father’s recent death. He saw me in the parking lot. He came over to me and patted me on the back. He thanked me for being a good friend to her and said that it’s important to support friends. That’s just how he was.
Brandy
September 10, 2020
I worked at the uniform store where Tom would come in. He always had a way to make you laugh he had a larger than life personality he became more than a customer he became a friend and he will be missed
Gregory
September 9, 2020
I worked with Tom. He had a gentle and kind spirit. He served his community well. My condolences to his family.
Diane Firestone
September 8, 2020
RIP Tommy Kline
So sad to hear this news
Prayers and Love to family, friends & police department.
Nate and Diane Firestone
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