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Thomas Guest Obituary
Beloved husband, dad, granddaddy, son, brother and friend passed away on Jan. 3, 2011. Dr. Guest was born in Gadsden on Nov. 11, 1946, to Bonnie and T.A. Guest Jr. Tom graduated from Etowah High School in 1965, where he was senior class president. He then attended Auburn University, from which he obtained his doctoral degree in clinical psychology. He initially practiced psychology in Macomb, Ill., then moved to Orlando, Fla., where he became the director of the Outpatient Mental Health Center at ORMC and director of the Sheltered Community Residence. Dr. Guest was an adjunct professor of psychology at the University of Central Florida. Dr. Guest then founded Northside Psychological Services in 1988.
Dr. Guest was preceded in death by his father, T.A. Guest Jr.
He is survived by his wife, Linda; mother, Bonnie Guest; brother, Danny Guest and his wife, Donna; children, Jason Guest and his wife, Jennifer; Amanda Guest Storey and her husband, Jonathan; Jeremy Guest and his wife, Kayla; and Jared Guest. He is also survived by seven grandsons.
Dr. Guest lived his life laughing and inviting others to join him. His passions were his family and friends and helping others. He will be sorely missed by all those lives he touched.
Visitation for Dr. Guest will be from 6 to 8 this evening at Morgan Funeral Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Guest
Chris Owens
December 29, 2024
Tom Guest was a truly remarkable person. I do not know if I have ever met anyone kinder. I think of him so often. Some people are so good that they should live forever. Tom was one of those people. I surely do miss him.
Billie Vezertzis
December 29, 2022
Twelve years have gone by since your passing,Tommy. You are loved and missed still. God´s blessings on your family.
Marilyn Zegman
October 28, 2011
I was very saddened to learn of Tom's passing today while I was searching for him online. Tom supervised me nearly 30 years ago when I was an assistant professor at UCF on my way to being a licensed psychologist. He also afforded me an opportunity to train staff at Orlando Regional Medical Center. I found him warm, empathic and clinically astute. I am forever grateful for the positive influence he had on my career. I did not know his family well although I remember his children when they were young. I hope positive memories of Tom continue to provide his loved ones some comfort. My condolences.
George Diaz
August 10, 2011
I chatted with the office manager today and was shocked to hear of his passing. Dr. Guest wasn't just a therapist who helped me get through difficult times. He was a friend and a compassionate soul who never judged me harshly for the mistakes I made. That compassion helped me get through those times and find a better place. Rest in peace, my dear friend.
Rosemary Fansher
February 23, 2011
To the Family of Tom Guest, my dear friend and colleague: What can I possibly say that hasn't already been said about one of the nicest, most compassionate, honest, kind men that ever lived? Tom was one of those rare individuals about whom not one negative word can be spoken. His word was impeccable. He was extraordinarily kind. He was always positive, always encouraging, always the consummate Southern gentleman. I was blessed to know him four an a half years. We worked together at Orange County Courthouse as mediators and parenting coordinators for high conflict families. When I returned from Christmas vacation, here lay a precious card from Tom with a special hand-written note, wishing me great happiness in this new year. Those were his last words to me. The world has not been the same since January 4, 2011 when he died. The sun doesn't shine quite so brightly. The stars seem a bit dull. Other people's laughter sounds so fake compared to Tom's. The most important contribution one can make in this world is to help somebody through a tough time. It is then that we are angels on this earth, to minister to the hurting, the lost, the ones who have lost all hope. Tom Guest helped thousands. Transformed lives and families. Was an angel on this earth. God's special messenger, His instrument of peace. Tom is forever.
Danielle McElroy
January 18, 2011
I just heard today of Dr. Guest's passing. I am a patient of his. He has been there for me through so much loss the past couple of years. I hope you receive the high level of support and help healing that Dr. Guest has given me. My sincere condolences, and many warm thoughts will be with you during your time of loss. He will be truly missed by me, and I'm sure many others like myself. Again- I AM SORRY. Please take care.
Lisa Coons
January 12, 2011
Tom was a friend and very important person in my life for over 12 years. He helped me through some really dark tImes. I will miss him, but he will continue to inspire me from heaven. I am thankful to have known him, laughed with him, cried with him, and been the recipient of those Tom bear hugs! My prayers to his family.
Lisa Coons
January 12, 2011
I just learned of Tom's passing today. I have known Tom for over 12 years. He helped through some really dark times back in 1998 and had continued to see him all this ti.me. We laughed many times together, he gave the best hugs. I will miss him dearly. He cannot be replaced in my life. He will continue to inspire me, he would want that! My prayers to his family,
Lisa Coons
Terry Brown
January 12, 2011
Dear Guest Family, I was deeply saddened to hear about the death of Dr. Guest. I know how difficult this must be for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Tom was such a kind, gentle soul. He helped me and my family during our time of need and for that I will be eternally grateful. He will truly be missed. May God bless you and your family during this time and always.
LINDA CONLEY MCCORMICK
January 10, 2011
TOMMY WAS SUCH A DELIGHT TO BE AROUND. HE MADE EVERYONE SMILE OR EVEN LAUGHT. I REMEMBER, AT OUR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL GAMES, HE WOULD BRING A QUILT THAT HIS MOM HAD MADE. I BET 20 PEOPLE GOT UNDER THE QUILT, WE SAT IN COLD WEATHER AND YELLED FOR OUR TEAM AND LAUGHTED AND CUT UP, THOSE WERE REALLY GOOD TIMES. TOMMY WOULD LISTEN TO EVERY ONE BEFORE HE BECAME A DOCTOR. HE WAS A REMARKABLE PERSON, AND I KNOW HEAVEN IS SMILING NOW.
Brenda Hankinson
January 10, 2011
Linda, I was shocked to hear of Tom's passing. I knew him personally and professionally. He was an outstanding therapist and one of the kindest men I have ever met. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Balinder Chahal
January 9, 2011
Dear Linda,Bonnie and Danny and friends of Dr.GUEST we were sorry to hear of his passing away.I had the pleasure to know him as a colleague for the last few years.He was always helpful, smiling and had a kind voice.
Our love and condolences to the family
and friends.May God give you the strength,peace and comfort during this time of hardship.Our love and thoughts for you in our prayers.Bob and Rosy Chahal.
Jennifer
January 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Guest family. Dr. Guest was an amazing man and will never be forgotten. A quote I want to share: When its all over, its not who you were. Its wether you made a difference. Bob Dole...The difference Dr. Guest made and lives he touched .... are endless...He helped me and I will be forever thankful!
January 7, 2011
Tommy has been one of my favorite people since we were classmates at Etowah H.S. A true gentleman and a caring , compassionate friend to all who knew him. He made wherever he was a better place with that wonderful smile!
My heart goes out to his family. May God give you peace and comfort during this time of sadness. Much love and blessings, Joan Thompson Anderson
January 7, 2011
As members of the Etowah High School Class of 1965, my husband and I were fortunate indeed to have known Tommy. He was such a joy to be around and was kind and generous to all. We will miss him always. Our love and condolences to his family,you are all in our prayers. Pat and Billie Vezertzis ( Fort Payne, Alabama)
Roger Breeden
January 7, 2011
Dear Linda, Bonnie, Danny and Guest Family
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. I did not know him very well, but remember my grandparents, Leroy G and Burma Guest talking about Tom and the family. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers at this enduring time in your lives. May God Bless, Comfort and Keep you all, now, and in the coming days ahead......God Bless...
Sue Foster
January 7, 2011
I have known Tommy for a long time. While my father pastored Duck Springs Baptist Church he befriended me when no one else would.I knew then he was a special person and the kindness he showed I've never forgot. I'm thankful to have been able to know Tommy.May God Bless all of his family and comfront them. My prayers will be with you all.
Sarah Goodwin Brownlee
January 7, 2011
What a wonderful friend Tommy was to me in high school! He was always a kind, loving and compassionate friend to all. My sincere sympathy to his family and friends.
Wayne Payton
January 7, 2011
I have known Tom since grammar school and have always admired and respected him as a friend and mentor. I have many fond memories of Tom's patience with his younger brother and me when we would do or say something dumb. He was there to provide advice and counselling us as we approached different stages in our life. When his brother, Danny and I went to Auburn as unexperienced freshmen, he unselfishly welcomed us into his circle of friends. Even though I was not able to see him as much as I would have liked in recent years, I have always considered him as a trusted friend and I will miss him very much. My prayer is that his family will take comfort in the fact that he was loved and respected by all who knew him.
Kimberly Brooks
January 6, 2011
I am so very sad to hear about Tom's passing. He was a professor, mentor, and friend to me, and one of the kindest people I've ever known. I will remember him fondly. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
January 6, 2011
I am so sorry about the loss of someone with such a quick smile and mind. Tommy was in high school with me. Heartfelt wishes to his family.
Janet Hinton (Ozark, AL)
Marcy Taggart
January 6, 2011
Dr. Guest has helped me and my husband through so much. Our prayers go to his family.
Jan, Dave, Aubrey Suberman
January 6, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your beloved son, husband, father, grandfather and uncle. Please know, his wonderful spirit lives on in our family as we Dr. Guest has enriched our lives. He helped our family through the most difficult time, and through his knowledge, gave my son great strength to learn to be a strong person in this world. My son has made a contribution in his life, because of your Tom. For the compassion of Dr. Guest, I shall be forever grateful. You and your family are in our thoughts and our prayers. We shall always remember his bright, cheerful smile and his warmth and understanding as an exceptional listener. Jan, Dave and Aubrey Suberman
Larry Graves
January 6, 2011
I have known Tommy since the 10th grade at Etowah High School in Attalla, Alabama. We were
college roommates for more than three years. He was always the best at everything, especially
at being a great friend. I am so impressed but not surprised by the statements of love and caring
given by those who knew and loved him and his family. I will always remember his joyful expressions and
how he loved everyone he met as well how much he influenced me by his example.
Larry R. Graves
1965 Etowah High School
1970 Auburn University
kim wallster
January 6, 2011
I am truly sorry for the loss of a great person. Dr. Guest helped my children and I sort out alot of issues with great caring and compassion. You will truly be missed!
Kim W.
Kristi Beinhauer
January 6, 2011
Papa Guest always had a great big smile. He was really a joy to be around. You will be missed.
Carol Beddingfield
January 6, 2011
To Tom Guest family, I am truly sorry for your loss. The 1965 class of Etowah High School is sharing your loss. Tommy's brilliance was amazing but his laughter was infectious! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Battles Beddingfield
Cindy Wanall
January 4, 2011
To the Family & Friends of Thomas Guest, my prayers and thoughts go with you as you walk through the difficult journey you will have to travel. Tom was a wonderfully compasionate and passionate man about his family and the people he helped so very much. He will be greatly missed by many. May God's Comfort and Peace go with all of you as you walk this journey. Peace and Grace
January 4, 2011
To Dr. Guest's family. He was a wonderful person -so compassionate, so helpful,so understanding. I can almost hear his voice now -always encouraging.May God bless you
-Peggy Phillips
Lisa
January 4, 2011
To The Family of Thomas Guest. I am very sorry for your loss. Dr. Guest was a truly amazing man, who has saved my life as well as many others. He was a gift from God. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
January 4, 2011
Linda and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sally Chasm, Killarney Elementary
Brad Muroski
January 4, 2011
To Tom Guest's Family, He was and will be always remembered as someone who helped so many people, myself included. He will always be in my heart. He was so proud of his family and talked about them with me. I thank God for the time he shared with me. You are all in my prayers.
Steven Byram
January 4, 2011
To the family of Dr. Guest, My thoughts and prayers are with you as we grieve together in the loss of such a wonderful man. The passion and desire he had to help others was remarkeable. I am greatful for having known him and will miss him dearly. Thank you for sharing him with us, the positive impact he had on thousands of lives will be everlasting through generations to come. God bless you.
January 4, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow. Your friends at Lee Middle School
Ron Carpenter
January 4, 2011
To loved ones of Dr. Guest, please accept my sincere sympathy for your loss. I am sure I am one of many people he has healed in his profession, but to me, he was a savior. I will miss him greatly, but take his warm and thoughtful guidance with me as long as I live. God bless you.
Miriam Nieves
January 4, 2011
"To Tom Guest's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was a kind and caring man and therapist. It is a shock to know that he is gone from us. My thoughts and prayer are with you". Miriam Nieves, Orlando, FL
kim kapraun
January 4, 2011
i am wiithout words today as my best friend linda guest called me this morning. i have been friends with tom and linda for 25 years now. tom was a fantastic father and husband, and i can only offer my deepest condolences and love to this fantastic family. just know that i am always here for you and my prayers and thoughts are with you. love you all.
January 4, 2011
To Tom Guest's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was an extraordinary man, friend, and therapist and the most caring giving man.He will be missed by everyone who ever met him. My thoughts are with you. Linda Gloeckner, Orlando, Fl
January 4, 2011
To Tom Guest's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was an extraordinary man, friend, and therapist and the most caring giving man. My thoughts are with you. Linda Gloeckner, Orlando, Fl
Ivonne Sullivan
January 4, 2011
Dearest Linda and family, I am so sorry and shocked to hear about Tom's death. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness. I know there are no words that can help you at this time but just know I am thinking about you and praying for you! Love, Ivonne (Sullivan) from PDIS.
Chris Owens
January 4, 2011
To Tom Guest's family -
This was one of the finest men I have ever known - genuine, kind, perennially happy and filled with energy and goodness. I can only imagine how proud you are of how this remarkable man improved the lives of so many people and left such an impression on all who knew him. It is such a great loss. I send my hope for strength and peace for you. He will be greatly missed and so fondly remembered.
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