Thomas-Fehsenfeld-Obituary

Thomas Fehsenfeld

Asheville, North Carolina

Feb 5, 1949 – Jan 5, 2026 (Age 76)

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BORN
February 5, 1949
DIED
January 5, 2026
AGE
76
LOCATION
Asheville, North Carolina

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A beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.Tom was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Frank and Virginia Fehsenfeld. Growing up, he spent his childhood with his siblings, Nancy, John, Ruth Mary, and Bill, sailing on Reeds Lake and dutifully managing his paper route....

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Tom led a Chamber breakout session 30+ years ago....and his vision, calm, and kindness has stayed with me. I used to enjoy watching him walk his dog....often catching him walking on Reeds Lake Blvd just as I would come down the Hall St. hill. I just watched, with admiration. May his memory continue to inspire others.

We are thinking about you and your family. We hope that the wonderful memories and your family will help you all get through this easier.

Deepest condolences from the Kellogg Community College Fehsenfeld Center in Hastings, Michigan, and true appreciation for your family's support of community and higher education in Barry County.

We lived next door to the Fehsenfelds for many years and had the pleasure of knowing them well. What a loss this is. Our condolences to Caroline and the entire family.

Carolyn, May the warm embrace of family and friends fill your heart with comfort during this difficult time;& May your beloved Tom rest in eternal peace. Deepest condolences, Don & Rosemary Somerdyke

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

My deep condolences to Carolyn and the rest of the people who loved Tom. I admire the way he lived his life. His memory will be a blessing.

Tom, Carolyn and family were wonderful neighbors and friends in the WPA in Grand Rapids, MI. They were so welcoming and warm. I enjoyed spending time with all of them and especially remember the swimming in Reeds Lake off their pontoon boat. They raised such great kids. Tom's dedication to Sustainability was admirable. Well played Tom. My condolences to the family. Rest well friend!

I first met Tom through the Michigan Petroleum Marketers Asso. I was impressed with his values and perspective on issues. He truly believed that "all men were created equal". He lived what he believed.