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Thomas Herring Obituary
SEP 15 1960-JUN 06 2020
Thomas (Tom) Herring age 59, passed away on the Saturday evening of 06 JUNE in his home with his wife by his side. He was born at Oak Knoll Naval Hospital in Oakland CA on 15 SEP 1960. Graduated from California High School in San Ramon CA. where he spent most of his youth in 1978, and received an Associate's degree from Modesto Junior College in Criminal Justice. Along with being involved with his church, Tom was heavily involved in Scouting his entire adult life in both Sea Scouting where he was awarded the Silver Beaver Award as Executive Officer of the SES Phoenix in Dublin CA for 14 years. Recipients of this award are adult leaders who have made an impact on the lives of youth through service given to the council. The Silver Beaver is an award given to those who implement the Scouting program and perform community service through hard work, self-sacrifice, dedication, and many years of service. It is given to those who do not seek it. Tom went on to serve as a mate with the Sea Scout Ship Reliance in Stockton, CA. Tom also held the positions of Unit Commissioner, Asst. Commodore, Aquatics Committee Member for the Greater Yosemite Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Tom was preceded in death by His Father Earl, and Mother Theresa Herring, and is survived by his Wife Sandra, His brother Tim Herring, and sister AnnMarie Holly, nephew Matt Holly and niece Danielle Jones, niece Sara Rose Herring. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Seventh Day Adventist Church 1633 North Central, Ceres, Ca. 95307 at a later date to be announced.
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DebraJordan
June 5, 2023
Tom was a friendly unique guy. I miss our talks about the military and classic cars
Pennie McDonald
October 3, 2022
I loved Tom. He was funny and such a nice guy. He'll be missed by so many.
Matthew Perry
June 19, 2020
y sincerest condolences for your loss Sandra. I was honored to have served as a Phoenix crew member while Tom was the Executive Officer. He was my first introduction to Phoenix leadership, and is still central in many great memories I have of my time in Sea Exploring. I count him among the people who positively influenced my life, and helped make me the person who just finished a successful and enjoyable 25 year Military career. Tom, you will be greatly missed.
Cindy Freitas
June 19, 2020
So sorry for your loss Sandy. Tom was a good man and always had wonderful stories to tell.
Jose & Lilia
June 19, 2020
My condolences to the Herring family. We had a lot of good laughs and long talks with Tom.....he did most of the talking . So glad we met you, you will missed. We shall meet again....
Herson Romero
June 19, 2020
My condolences and prayers are with you all Sandra Tom will be missed but never forgotten. Love you Tom your in the house of the Lord now see when I get there.
Debra Jordan
June 18, 2020
Tom could always turn a frown upside down, made me laugh. I will truly miss him
Tom & Melody
June 18, 2020
He was a great storyteller. Fun to be around. We will miss his chuckle, great smile and knowledge of so many things. We loved him....
Eddie and Joyce Lewis
June 18, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in your memories and knowledge that he is with our Lord. Gods Blessings to you, Sandra
Penny Walters
June 14, 2020
Sandra - I am so sorry for your loss.
Linda Herring Dunlap
June 12, 2020
My sincere condolences to Tom's family.
B P
June 12, 2020
My condolences to the family. I am very sorry for your loss. May you receive strength and peace from God. Romans 15:13
D T
June 12, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. 2 corthinians 1:4
June 12, 2020
My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories
and Gods promise to return our loved ones . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .
June 12, 2020
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family. May you find comfort in our heavenly father to carry you all during this challenging time. 1 Peter 5: 6,7
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