Thomas-Flickinger-Obituary

Thomas Flickinger

Grand Rapids, Michigan

1939 - 2025

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DIED
April 30, 2025
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Thomas Frank Flickinger, age 85 of Grand Rapids passed away on Wednesday April 30, 2025. Tom was born May 6, 1939, and was the second of six kids. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Edwin and Edna Flickinger, his wife of twelve years Beth Flickinger, his brothers Joe Flickinger and...

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Rest is peace, Mr.Flickinger. We live in South Haven, MI and are friends of Fr Bob.

Our condolences to the Flickinger family. We will offer a Mass for the repose of Tom's soul and the family will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. With love Dcn Carlos and Maria Alfaro.

I am sure your big brother, Joe, would have said, "Rest in peace, Tom". Sincerely, Joe's wife, Linda.

Tom was a classmate at CCHS. Always a friendly person and was often asked to say a prayer or two at the CCHS class of 1957 gatherings. Always friendly and interested in what was happening to former classmates, Tom knew the scoop on many of them. "Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine on him. May he and the deceased classmate of CCHS class of 1957, rest in peace. Amen

My thoughts and prayers go out to Tom 's family and friends. I was honored to call him, and Beth, a friend. I met them when I moved to Grand Rapids and found St. Mary's. And our friendship grew as I helped care for their dogs through veterinary house call work. Tom was such a dear man! He always had a smile on his face and a word of encouragement when you needed one. When my faith was shaken, he knew just what to say. Cool Runnings (Peace be your journey).

Spent many Friday nights in meetings at Second Chance with Tom. He was always so kind to all and I loved talking sports with him. One of my favorite people in the program. He'll be missed by so so many!

Thanks Tom for your support and friendship.

Rest in Peace now with Beth at your side

Tom was a good friend to my deceased husband Tom. Bless you and hope you find each other in God´s garden. Dianne Connell