Thomas Schwartz

Tom and my father, Harry Blackstock, became friends while both were naval fight instructors during WWII. Their friendship endured for 53 years until my father passed away. Our entire family was close to Tom and Helen. Tom gave a eulogy at dad's funeral which we will never forget. Tom will truly be missed and we will never forget Tom.
Becky Blackstock

What a lucky girl I was to have such a fun-loving and generous uncle. Tom and Helen had some great parties and reunions so we could all get acquainted with everyone in this big family. He would be so pleased that the "cousins" are keeping in touch. We are so grateful that he was so well cared for in his later years by "the girls". Many fond memories with Tom and he will always be in our hearts. John and Ann (Schwartz) Shea

Thank you to Barbara, Arlene, and the other caregivers who took such good care of Uncle Tom. It comforted him to know they would be with him until the end. Carolyn Gollings

There never was a better uncle than Uncle Tom was to all the Schwartz nieces and nephews. Many of us remember his special kindnesses. Thanks, Uncle Tom, for all the goodness and love you gave us and for being the remarkable role model you were. Carolyn and Frank Gollings.

Dear Kathy and Tom,
So many memories have come flooding back about both your parents. Mama would talk to Helen for hours on the phone while Daddy and Tom would share a cocktail or two and tell their life stories. Polly and I have memories of coming to the house, playing with you guys, getting to go into your wonderful playhouse and Tom's "forever" greeting to both of us....HELLO NEIGHBOR. We remember Helen's BB gun episodes and how Tom and Daddy laughed long and hard about that. Daddy...

Tom was a dear friend of mine and I will miss him. He was a very generous man he helped a lot of people. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless

Kathy-I have fond memories of gatherings at your house, especially birthday parties. I remember your dad being very generous...driving the boat and always making us feel welcome. Blessing to you and your family. I think your dad, like mine, who passed last July, were both "larger than life" and may not have been perfect, but they were in so many ways, great men. They both made significant contributions. 101!!! That is impressive. Thinking of you at this time.

I have very happy memories of Uncle Tom's generosity and commitment to the extended family. The family reunions Tom and Helen hosted were a blast. He was always so kind to my husband Bill and me. May God's love comfort those who mourn his passing.