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Thomas Brouillette Obituary

THOMAS G. BROUILLETTE Thomas G. Brouillette age 69, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Karen Brouillette; daughters, Carrie (Douglas) Handley and Cheryl (Zachary) Vanat; grandchildren, Montana, Mira, Morgan and Harper; brothers, Richard (Paulette) Brouillette, Jim Brouillette and David (Jennifer) Brouillette; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Annabelle Brouillette. Tom was a 1966 graduate of Morton High School in Hammond and went on to proudly serve our country in the US Army. He retired from ArcelorMittal with 48 years of service. Tom was active in scouting serving as a Boy Scout leader and volunteering for the Girl Scouts. He enjoyed fishing, fly tying, woodworking, bird watching and traveling with his family. Tom was a loving son, brother, husband, father and papa who will truly be missed by all whose lives he touched. Memorial Services will be held on Friday, July 14, 2017 at 7:00 PM at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home (8178 Cline Avenue Schererville, IN) with Rev. Edward Cunningham officiating. Burial to be held privately by the family at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, IN. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Friday from 4:00-8:00 PM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at: chapellawnfunerals.com

Published by The Times on Jul. 12, 2017.

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Patricia Gardner Gersch

July 18, 2017

So sorry for your loss. I remember Tom from school and I enjoyed his friendship. I pray God's comfort for your family.

Paula Glover-Newton

July 16, 2017

Tommy was a great friend to me throughout our school years. He was the sweetest guy. Fond and loving memories to cherish. Love and light.....

Fred Bruner

July 16, 2017

Tom was one of my best friends as we were growing up in Hessville. We had some great times in scouts and playing on the Hammond Youth League baseball team from Hessville, and attending Caldwell Elementary. Prayers for your family////

Chuck Bell

July 14, 2017

Sorry for your loss. Chuck & Bobbi Bell

July 12, 2017

Mr. Brouillette will always be considered a HERO for serving our country. Thank you Sir. Rest in Peace and May God hold you in the palm of his hands.

Ron and MaryAnn Haskins

July 12, 2017

Sorry to hear of Tom's passing. He worked hard at work and at home on his many hobbys that he shared with the rest of the crew in the planning dept. He will be missed by his family and friends.

July 10, 2017

KAREN AND FAMILY, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. TOM WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND FELLOW WORKER AT LTV. I'LL NEVER FORGET HIM AND THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD AT WORK. ALSO FOR THE TIMES THAT YOU WERE ABLE TO VISIT US IN MISSOURI.

GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU FAMILY:

JIM & NANCY CZERNIAK

Diana Nance

July 10, 2017

So sorry for your loss

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