Tempe, Arizona
Smith, Thomas J. Jr.
Thomas J. Smith, Jr., passed away December 12, 2011 at the age of 67. Born in Piqua, Ohio his family moved to Arizona in the early 1950's. Tom attended Tempe High School and graduated in 1962. He was later drafted into the Army and stationed in Germany. Tom worked for several companies throughout his career in banking retiring from JPMorgan Chase in March of 2009. Tom was preceded in death by his parents Thomas Sr. and Eileen. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley; children, Tommy III and Amy; grandchildren, Tommy IV, Tyler, Kourtney, Ashley, Madison Jo and Carson; siblings, Carolyn, Patti, Richard and Jack. Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 8:00 pm Monday, Dec. 19, 2011 at Tempe Mortuary, 405 E. Southern Ave., Tempe, AZ 85282. The funeral service will be at the same location at 10:30 am, Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011, followed by a graveside service at Veteran's Memorial Cemetery, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, 85024. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to EarCandyCharity.org to support Tom's love of children and music.
Grandpa Smiff,
There are no words that could possibly express our love for you. We will cherish every memory, now and always. We miss you. Love you dad,
Amy, Todd, Madi Jo, and Carson
Amy Welch
January 15, 2012 | Gilbert, AZ
Shirley,
I am so sorry for your loss of Tom. I know from your stories how important he was in your life. At some point your heart will find joy in the memories of all the good times you spent together over the years. Cherish your memories.
Rod Gates
January 03, 2012 | Phoenix, AZ
Shirley, We are truly sorry for your loss. Tom was a great guy and really fun to be around. I think Carol's favorite memory of Tom was meeting him at one of VNB's famous after-work parties at Grahmn Central Station and someone spinning him around on the floor like a break dancer. His cool demeaner and his infectious smile will be missed.
Love,
Dan and Carol Ritchie
Dan Ritchie
December 22, 2011 | Fort Mill, SC
I didn't know Tom very well but I know he was always there for you and Ashley. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Doot
December 21, 2011 | Sun City West, AZ
Shirley, I still cannot believe Tom has passed. He was the kindest most wonderful guy I ever knew always smiling & happy and eager to please. He certainly was one-of-a-kind and didn't have an enemy in the world. He lived life to the fullest and I will never forget him. He will be missed. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. Love to you Shirley, Mo
Maureen Robinson
December 20, 2011 | Phoenix, AZ
Tom was definately one of my favorite bosses at VNB. He was a very good man and awesome friend. It was so good to see him at the VNB reunion recently. I still can't hardly believe this--we are all going to miss you so much. My thoughts & prayers are with Tom, Shirley, and family--I'm so sorry. Love you Tom & Shirley
Lori Boucher
December 19, 2011 | Phx., AZ
Shirley,I am so sorry about your loss of Tom and my prayers are with you. Tom was such a sweet person and fun to be with. He was so good to show us around when we were there in 2008 and I will never forget him and his kindness. Love to you and all the family. Just think Heaven is sweeter with Tom there.
Pat Fitchjarrell
December 18, 2011 | Douglasville, GA
Shirley, I was so saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Another angel is in Heaven my prayers are with you and your family.
Lois Glad
December 18, 2011 | Glendale, AZ
Tom,
I will missing your smiling face, generosity, and patience. There are so many special memories of you in my heart. Thank you for being our guide around Europe, taking us where ever we wanted to go, and showing us sites we did not even know existed. There will always be a hole in my life that you used to fill. I hope you are flying with the angels and spending time with your family and friends that preceded you through the Pearly Gates.
Love, Mary
Mary Jenkins
December 18, 2011 | Phoenix, AZ
