Thomas Besl Sr.

I am so sadden to hear of Tom´s passing. I will always remember Tom covering Melrose sports for the Chronicle and for our days of playing fast pitch softball and some good times at Monkeys roost. He will be sorely missed.

Farewell Tom, Melrose won´t be the same without you. Godspeed! Sending sincerest prayers of condolence and comfort to Sandy, Kim, Kelly, Kerry, Kristi, Tom and their families.

I regret I cannot be with the extended Thomas Besl family today. Tom was and is a very special man. I came to know him through the eyes of the people he dearly loved and who dearly loved him - so close and powerful was his bond with Kerry, Nina and the rest of the family that through their tales and reminiscences I felt like I had known him for a long time as a friend. laughed at his jokes and cheered him on his softball exploits. He left us all with great stories and a lot of positive...

Tom &Sandy use to come into the L&M and I was there waitress for many years. Tom was a great guy and did outstanding job for Melrose. May Tom rest in peace.

Such a fantastic grandfather. From years of spending my vacations with him & grandma & John & Sharon in Florida to endless discussions about photography, he was so loving & charismatic. I´ve never doubted for a second that he is proud of me, and that´s what I will always remember. Love you so much grandpa, miss you already.

We want to thank you for all the good times we had over the 35+ years of our friendship. We will miss your presence but no one could ever take away the good times we've had. The shows we've seen, the music we listened to and the events we've attended. God bless you at the close of your journey. You fought a good fight and now are at peace. Love ya

Aunt Sandy, Kim, Kelly, Kari, Kristi and Thom, I'm so very sorry for your loss. He was larger than life and I will never forget him. I have many childhood memories that I will hold dear. Take comfort that he is now raising heck up there with Mom, grandma and grandpa. You are all in my thoughts. Rest Easy Uncle Tom for you are home.

Sandy and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We share in your loss and are thinking of you. With deepest sympathy, may you find comfort in family and friends.