Photo courtesy of Chambers Funeral Homes - Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio
Nov 24, 1953 – Apr 18, 2023
THOMAS M. LEMPKE, age 69; beloved husband of Eileen (Graves) of 48 years; loving father of Kimberly Lapinski (Ryan) and Becky Hutchison (David); dearest grandfather of Thomas, Teagan, Annie, Margaret, and Jane; dear brother of Nancy Bekeny (Dr. James), Mary Beth O’Malley (late Terry), David (Nancy), Jim (Rita), Bob (Connie); beloved uncle, great-uncle, and dear friend to many. Tom was a proud graduate of St. Ignatius High School and John Carroll University. Passed away peacefully at his home on April 18, 2023. Funeral Mass Tuesday, April 25, St. Patrick Church (West Park) at 10:00 AM. Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of CLEVELAND, 4420 Rocky River Drive at Puritas Monday 3-7 PM. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Ignatius High School and Magnificat High School Athletics.
Read MoreI lived across the hall from Tom at JCU. He was a great guy and a very bright student. I am saddened by his passing.
Robert Atkinson
September 18, 2023 | School
Just found out. My condolences to Tom's family!
Timothy Campbell
May 01, 2023 | North Olmsted, OH | Acquaintance
It was very much my good fortune to have Tom as a boss. During our time together Tom had a way of supervising that made me feel heard and respected. Many days we shared fond memories of family. RIP Tom, you will be missed
Carol Doyle
April 25, 2023 | Work
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ann Gallo
April 24, 2023 | Lakewood, OH | Friend
My sincere condolences to the Lempke family. I worked with Tom at OCSS although not directly, we always exchanged greetings when we saw each other. He was a kind person that will be missed by many.
Chrissy Clements
April 24, 2023 | Cleveland, OH | Coworker
Sending loving thoughts to Kim and family. Jason & Jackie
Jacqueline Anderson
April 23, 2023
To all the Lempke Families, Very sorry for your loss. May Tom rest in peace. Brian, Patty Loftus & Family.
Brian Loftus
April 23, 2023 | Friend
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The Ohio U Field Hockey Girls
April 22, 2023
Bob and family. So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers. Love, the Bradleys.
Kris Bradley
April 22, 2023 | Raymore, MO | Friend