Thomas Dehner

Tom was one of the most respected people I grew up and went to school with. He brought smiles to everyone on a daily basis. Losing him was deeply heartfelt and when I think of him it doesn't go away. I am so glad to have known him in the years of our growing up. If you read my previous notation I am sure you may be able to figure out my password in several locations.j

Diane and Family,

So sorry to read about Tom's untimely passing. Lots of great neighborhood (Kohler, Maurice and Alby St.) memories on the vacant lot in back of our house and next to Nicholson's - everything from kickball, softball, football to kick the can and, of course, trips to the ice cream store. My heartfelt sympathy to you and the family. Susan Nickel Gibbs Springfield, IL

Pat, Just read about your loss on Facebook; so sorry! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Tom, too many wonderful memories, not enough time to reminisce and tell you how much you meant to me during my lifetime. Blessings to the family as his time on earth was too short.

I loved having breakfast with Tom and will miss conversations which were always entertaining, to say the least. I still like perusing the pages of his book. Pat, Abby and Johnathan you are in Sandy and my prayers.

In 1997, I showed up as a college sophomore at WSIE, ready to be a news broadcaster. Tom instantly became my mentor, showing me how to write, how to speak, and how to report as a radio journalist. My years at the station with Tom and my other classmates were the best of my college career. I loved Tom's gruff ways and the way he would roll his eyes and sigh at the things I said and did. I remember one particular morning that I had to work the news shift - my car ran out of gas on the way...

Tom was a great Chautauqua neighbor. He was kind and always helpful. His legacy will be the terrific kids that he and Pat have raised. They follow in his footsteps of kindness and helpfulness. We know it has been a tough struggle. May your memories comfort you and keep Tom alive on your heart. Love and prayers to you
--Love, Callie and Mark Breden

Pat, Johnathan and Abby,
I was so sad to learn of your Tom's passing. Please know you are in my heart and I send loving condolences to all of you.
Linda Meisel

Tom Dehner was a "one in million" man! His wonderful sense of humor coupled with his self depreciating demeanor, made Tom loved by all that were privileged to really know him! His abilities to "weave a tale" were legendary! Growing up in North Alton, Tom played baseball at Northside Park. Tom was an excellent baseball player! My parents would play Pinocle with Tom's parents on occasion! As second cousins, we became well acquainted with Tom & Diane! I recall when I heard Tom reporting the...