Thomas Lee Bruff

I remember summer days hiking down to Herring Run park and after spending several hours playing near the run, returniing home to play a game of Whiffle Ball. After the game he would go home, which was only 4 or 5 houses down the row to have lunch and a nap. We always found something to do around the back lot. I also remember his brother Terry. He was a little younger than most of our gang of kids but fit right in and was one of us. Tom's mother was also super nice. Many memories of times...

I just found out about my childhood friend Tom. We had a lot of memories on that back lot with our gang of kids. Tom, I know your in a good place and when it's my time, I hope to once again be your neighbor and friend.

Tommy and my late husband Bobby (1949-2013j were close friends from their shared childhood in row house blue collar B´more. A visit from, or to Tom, always meant lots of fun. Tom was the best man at our wedding. Our son Eric absolutely adored him - I remember him bringing a child-side soccer ball at one visit (tho probably to get the kid hooked on soccer before Bob had a chance to get him into lacrosse ...). When Bob and I, at Duke and then UNC, would visit Baltimore, we often went out to...

I have many fond memories of Tom. He was a great man, fun to be around and I always had a kind word for you. Tom will be missed but his memory will live on. RIP Tom!

IT IS WITH PROFOUND SADNESS TO HEAR OF TOM'S PASSING. I SPENT SIGNIFICANT TIME WITH TOM IN MEXICO WHILE WITH CLUB CORP. HE WAS A GREAT HELP; ALWAYS WITH A SMILE, ALWAYS WITH A PLAN. I WILL CHERISH MY LAST PHONE CALL WITH TOM, AS WE BOTH CAUGHT UP WITH EACH OTHER AFTER SEVERAL YEARS. ONE OF THE KINDEST AND THE SMARTEST PERSON I HAVE EVER WORKED WITH. REST IN JOY MY OLD FRIEND.

I worked with Tom at ClubCorp for many years, including venturing to Paris to look at a tennis club in the late 1980's. I especially enjoyed knowing and working with Tom after ClubCorp on a few consulting projects. His intellect and enthusiasm were contagious and it was an honor and a privilege to work with him.

What a beautiful tribute to this wonderful husband and father. Our hearts go out to you, and we wish you comfort as you navigate these waters without him. Much love to you and your family.

The news of Tom´s passing is devastating but his enduring spirit and love of life will always be remembered by all who knew him. For years we were tennis tennis players, playing against each other hundreds of times. If sports are a test of your determination and character , Tom excelled in both. As in tennis and life he strove to be the best that he could be. As a friend he was loyal and always offered help no matter how impossible the situation. His judgement and wisdom were often heeded...