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Tom R. Averett
Riverton, Utah
Nov 2, 1944 – Oct 19, 2014 (Age 69)
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BORN
November 2, 1944
DIED
October 19, 2014
AGE
69
LOCATION
Riverton, Utah
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Tom R. Averett, our husband, father, Papa, brother, uncle and friend, passed away from complications of diabetes on Sunday, October 19, 2014. He was born on November 2, 1944 to Alice Dorothy Simpson and Billy Reid Averett in Salt Lake City. He graduated from East High School and the University of Utah.
In 1975 he married Lana Rae Bafford in the Salt Lake Temple. They have one daughter, Allison Claire. Tom worked for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Information Systems Department for 25 years. His church service included many callings including first bishop of the Brookwood Ward from 1992 to 1997.
Golf was his favorite sport. He enjoyed playing it and watching it. His grandchildren, Alexis and Micah brought a special light to his life.
He is survived by his wife, Lana; daughter, Allison (Steven) Westenskow; granddaughter, Alexis Westenskow; grandson, Micah Westenskow; sisters, Susan (Gary) Demory and Shelly Averett; brothers, Terry (Gail) Averett and Gary Averett, brothers-in-law, Dean (Rebecca) Bafford and Larry Bafford (Michele Peters); plus several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A special thank you to Dr. Landon Dickson for his care, concern and encouragement through a very difficult time. Tom received such good care from the staff at Avalon West Health and Rehabilitation, Compass Rehabilitation, and Bristol Hospice. Thank you.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00 AM at the Brookwood Ward 11970 So. 1900 W. Riverton. A viewing will be held Sunday evening from 6-8 PM at the Broomhead Funeral Home 12600 So. 2200 W. Riverton and Monday 1 hour prior at the church. Interment Riverton City Cemetery.
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I grew up with Tommy in the Hawthorne Ward. Sorry for his passing. It was great to see his many accomplishments and life of service.
Dennis Pahnke
November 07, 2014 | SLC, UT
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Tom was so friendly to my husband, Willis Robinson, and myself. We lived in Herriman from 1987 to 1997, and associating with both of you in the Riverton North Stake was a blessing. May "the peace that passeth understanding" comfort you and your family, Lana.
Sincerely,
Jackie F Robinson
(Willis died 11 years ago.)
November 02, 2014
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I will always remember Tom as a warm and calming influence. Being a co-worker for a number of years was a blessing indeed.
Laurel Hooper
Laurel Hooper
October 31, 2014 | Tooele, UT
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To the Tom Averett family, I was saddened to see Tom's obituary today. Tom was a very good friend going back to our days at good old East High School. He was a great man. Please accept my sympathies and condolences at this time of sorrow. Sincerely, W. Alan Pinborough
October 30, 2014
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Sending heartfelt condolescences on behalf of Tom's California cousins. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May your happy memories bring you comfort - Judy Simpson and Diane Mackay and family.
Judy Simpson
October 28, 2014 | San Mateo, CA
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Lana,
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. You taught me how to play the piano years ago. I remember how happy he was. He always had a smile and was so kind to me. I am now teaching and tonight I had a piano recital with my students. You were such a big influence in my life when it comes to loving the piano. Thank you for everything you taught me! My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
Beckee Olsen Becker
October 27, 2014 | Sandy, UT
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Lana, We are so sorry to learn of Tom's passing. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We have good memories of our shared experiences of years ago. Feeling grateful for our knowledge of eternal families. Love, Wayne and Wanda Neilsen.
Wanda Neilsen
October 27, 2014 | South Jordan, UT
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Tom will truly be missed. Lana, we will keep you and your beautiful family in our prayers during this difficult time.
Heather Tuft
October 27, 2014 | Riverton, UT
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