John Thomas Wren

Dear Traci, Jordan and Miles,
I have tried many times to sit down and write some meaningful words that will help to comfort you during this time, but I have concluded that there are no such words. No words can adequately describe how much we all love and miss "Big Tom". He was a wonderful brother-in-law, always a calm and steady presence, always ready to help in any way or just to lend an ear, and I am so lucky to have had him as my brother. I have been deeply touched by the outpouring of...

The following words were written by Tom’s friend Greg Land and read at the Memorial Service by Pastor Jeff Scott.

I can't remember exactly when I first met Tom, but it was when we were around 10 or 11 I am guessing. To be honest, I am not sure how he even came into the neighborhood, he was simply there one day.

But I can remember every moment since we met. I can remember us going to Salem Redbird's baseball games as kids and heckling the opposing players until they were ready...

The following words were written and spoken by Tom’s brother-in-law and friend, Tom Griesmer, at the Memorial Service…

I suspect that each of us knew a little different Tom Wren. You knew him in a way that matched his many roles in life. You may have known him as a childhood friend, work colleague, a neighbor, college professor or student, probation officer. You knew him as a son, son-in-law, brother, uncle, dad, a husband.

I knew Tom as a brother-in-law. One of the many...

The following words were written and spoken by Tom’s friend and colleague Bryan Murphy at the Memorial Service…

Allow me to predicate my words today by saying that while this may be the most difficult task I have ever confronted, I do so proudly and with honor, because I do so in remembrance of a great man and wonderful friend.

Tom Wren was often affectionately referred to, in our office, as “Big Baby Boy.” Some years ago, while passing through a nursing home, Tom got onto an...

Traci, Jordan & Miles,
On this Christmas day, we just want to write a bit about our wonderful son-in-law, Tom Wren. We were so fortunate to have him as part of our family. Tom was like a son to us.
He was loving, caring, funny, trust worthy, intelligent, a good listener, a hard worker, good manners, but above all, a wonderful father and husband. The Miles family received an extra special blessing on that beautiful October day that Traci & Tom were married.
We miss him so much and...

Wren Family,

I was so sorry to hear about Tom. I knew Tom from Radford University and Alpha Phi Omega. I remember him as a quiet leader with a ready smile and a possitive outlook. He will be very much missed. I have found memories of Tom and his sister Elaine. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

My condolences to all the Wren family. I have fond memories of my visit to Roanoake when Tom was only eleven and even then so devoted to his mother, my cousin MaryEllen. May they rest in peace together.

To all the Wren Family,
We were all deeply saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Tom. We have very fond memories of his visit to quilty and especially remember how gentle & good he was to his mum MaryEllen. We send our sympathies, thoughts and prayers to you all at this sad time.

To the entire Wren Family. My name is Delphinia Roberts and I meet Mr. Wren, by him being probation officier,for my nephew and my brother, through Roanoke Federal Probation. They both thought the world of Tom.He was a man that believed in fairness, and honesty, to the fullest. Tom helped me to keep the two of them in line. He would contact me on the regular,to make sure that everything was going well for me dealing with the two of them. At times, I would call him ,If I felt the need for him...