Thomas Dilley

I just had "The Art of Memory" recommended to me. I feel like I'm taking a tour with an old friend. How can a book about cemeteries have such humor in it? My condolences for your loss and it's going to be a great regret of mine that I never had to opportunity to meet this person.

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your lose. I discovered Tom's passing in the spring issue of Nebraska Quarterly. I lived next door to Tom in Selleck Dorm my first year of graduate school at UNL. Tom was a Great friend, I remember him telling stories about his father's law firm and President Jerry Ford being a partner. I can still hear him singing the Michigan fight song as he walked through Selleck Quad. late at night. M-go-Blue Tom ! Bob Saas

Our deepest condolences to the Dilley Family on the passing of Tom Dilley. Tom served as a trusted advisor, mentor and supporter of the Friends of Greenwood Cemetery, and we appreciated it very much. He left a great legacy with the writing of his book, "The Art of Memory: Historic Cemeteries of Grand Rapids Michigan." Also, the Community loved his historic cemetery tours. He will be missed.

My sincere sympathy to you Debbie and your daughter. Having lost my husband of 58 years in June I truly know your pain. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

We often saw Tom walking around the block. A cigar, smile and a friendly wave. His intelligence, insight, and laugh were unmistakable, and he will be missed by all who knew him. Sending love.

I am Tom daughter Sarah. To read his full obituary please visit : https://www.metcalfandjonkhoff.com/obituary/Thomas-Dilley Thank you to everyone who has shared memories. It warms our hearts to hear his impact.

I knew Tom since we were both kids. He lived down the street from me and we ended up at our first job together, Hot Shoppes Cafeteria in Woodland Mall. So sad to hear about his passing, he will be missed!

Tom was generous with his time and especially with his knowledge of the Grand Rapids Cemeteries. I was fortunate to call him a friend and colleague. He will be missed.

Tom was a very fine gentleman and honorable attorney. He brightened every courtroom. He will be missed. As a retired Court Reporter I so enjoyed his Friday morning motions!