Fresno, California
Tom was born on October 30, 1926, in Bethel, Mo., to Thomas William and Lydia Lorene Stapleton, and passed away at home on Sunday, October 16, 2011. He grew up in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and joined the U.S. Army at age 18, serving in Hawaii. His main occupation was as a printer, and he worked at...
Read MoreThe words I wrote on my last visit still hold true today. He was a good example to follow. Leading him was another story, unless I was right (and often times... I was. lol) He was a fun spirit with a dry sense of humor. I respected him and truly loved his daughter, and still do, in ways he could see. For that, he respected me. I think of him often with fond memories. I liked him and he liked me.
Merle Evans
November 24, 2022 | Family
Tom was the perfect example of the best Father-in-Law in the world. Good spirited, keen sense of humor, quick wit, and condoned chivalry at all cost. He will be truly missed by me.
Merle Evans
December 22, 2011 | Clovis, CA
