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Thomas John Golab

Beltsville, Maryland

Oct 3, 1933 – Nov 12, 2025 (Age 92)

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BORN
October 3, 1933
DIED
November 12, 2025
AGE
92
LOCATION
Beltsville, Maryland
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It is with great sadness that on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 we announce the passing of Thomas J. Golab. He joins his wife Ivalee, who passed away in 2018. Tom is survived by his children, Thomas D. (Irene Bopp), William T. (Lori), and Dawn Marie, his grandson, Brian T., and his sister, Phyllis...

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Tom Golab worked with my father - Robert Ledley - throughout his career that included development of the first CT scanner capable of imaging the entire human body as well as dozens of other innovations that advanced medical imaging and analysis. Tom was an effervescent presence, for whom no engineering challenge was too great and no conversation unnecessary. I am honored to have known him. This photo memorializes the team that built the first whole body CT scanner (ACTA Scanner). Pictured...

Tommy and I were old friends growing up in Bradbury Heights, MD. He was considered the genius of the neighborhood, I was his closest friend. I have many great memories of our times growing up. I'd like to offer my condolences to his family.