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Thomas W. Cummins

Portland, Oregon

Nov 18, 1918 – Apr 29, 2017

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BORN
November 18, 1918
DIED
April 29, 2017
LOCATION
Portland, Oregon

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Thomas W. CumminsNov. 18, 1918 - April 29, 2017 Thomas Woodrow Cummins of Lake Oswego passed away April 29, 2017. He was 98. Tom was born in Brooklyn, N. Y. Nov. 18, 1918. He joined the Navy before WWII and later joined the Merchant Marines. He met Emily Murray at a Navy dance and they were...

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Tom was a mentor, a second father, and above all trusted friend, from my earliest years -- before I even knew it was possible to have an independent friendship with a 'grownup' part of our extended family. As I grew older, and began to understand that mortality was not only real, but not reserved for the elderly, Tom was always there for all of us, quietly guiding us through the most difficult times. Always an optimist, with a wonderful sense of humor, I will remember most his enduring and...

Peace be with you all.

It was such a Blessing for me as his Caregiver to have had the time and pleasure to get to know him. We both came from LI, NY and shared many interesting stories. He will be greatly missed by all, as well as everyones Dogs and his Birds outside!
Heaven has received a new member. Gods Grace & Love are always with you!

Tom was my IBM Corp.Branch Manager in Portland, OR from 1964 to 1968. Tom was always a wonderful manager and left many good memories.

Ben Foley
Rancho Santa Fe, CA

What a character. I worked with him on the proposed street car and that man had opinions. Rest in peace.