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Thomas Florence Obituary
Norfolk - Thomas Richard Florence, 48, passed away on July 7, 2012. As a Norfolk native, Tom was a pharmacy technician with the DePaul Atrium Pharmacy and a Member of Ocean View Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday school teacher and deacon. He recently attended Chestnut Memorial United Methodist Church in Newport News. Tom was dedicated to service for others and had a deep love of family and God.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph A. Florence, III. He is survived by his mother Wilma T. Florence of Newport News; three sisters Ann Florence of Norfolk, Lea Florence and husband Dr. Geoffrey Hoare of Gainesville, FL and Sara Jane Florence and friend Kevin Gregory of Baltimore, MD; brother Dr. Joseph A. Florence IV and wife Rev. Kaye Florence of Jonesborough, TN; nieces Heather Sheets, Maggie Florence Roll, Nora Florence Beauchamp and Lea Carter Florence; nephews Sgt. John Walter Mills III, U.S. Army, Joseph A. Florence V and Gabriel Hoare.
The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel on Monday, July 9, 2012, from 6 to 8 p.m. The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel by Rev. Bob Gochenour. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Florence
Gillbette Johnson
July 3, 2019
Hello Florence Family my name is Jill I worked for the Florence's for about 8 years from 1986 to 1993-I have been employed by UVA-Pharmacy for 26 years now and give all my credit for being a Pharmacy Tech to the Florence Family. I always appreciated Tommy's dedication to God his Family and the family business. I think of them often and miss working with them even now. All my Love and Prayers Jill
Susan Robinson
July 30, 2012
This is such a shock. I send my condolences to your family. I remember well that cute curly headed little boy and then running into him as a man when I used to live n Riverpoint and get RX's over in the medical bldg. God Bless you all.
Susan Hundley Robinson, Camas Washington 360-253-3641
Gale Durbin
July 17, 2012
Prayers go out to Tom's family and his extended family, the Atrium Pharmacy folks. What a wonderful person - always friendly and eager to help.
Truly a beautiful soul who I'm sure lives on.
connie owens
July 16, 2012
Mrs. Florence & Family,I can remember as far back as to when I was young and Mr. Joe had his pharmacy on First View St. and the sandwich counter,then moving to a smaller building around Doug's hot dogs. Tommy such a hard working dedicated son,even then you knew he loved and lived for Jesus.,you raised an amazing man.I know the Atrium was his extended family and will never be the same.my heart is heavy laden and my tears like rain.I just found out today but know my prayers are with you.
Louise Jester
July 15, 2012
Dear Florence Family, My thoughts and Prayers go out to you at this time of your lost. Tom was such a great person. When ever I saw him I would ask how the family was and he would update me. He always had a kind word to say. He will be greatly missed and I know the Atrium Pharmacy is at a lost without him. My heart goes out to them also. God Bless to all. Tom you will be greatly missed.
William Reed, MD
July 14, 2012
I am so sorry to have just read of Tom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Wilma, and go out to your family, to Jay and all who have known and worked with Tom. I will miss seeing him at the Atrium.
June Hecker
July 13, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Florence family and to everyone in the Atrium pharmacy. Tom was friendly and compassionate. He will be greatly missed.
Michele Sinclair
July 13, 2012
My prayers are with your family. Thomas was such a kind man.
Edna Hodges
July 11, 2012
Tom was such a wonderfully kind gentleman. People all over Norfolk especially those who came in contact with him through the Atrium. He always had a smile for you and a kind word.
July 11, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss, Our prayers are with your Family, Tom will be missed. Pete and Laurie Rogers
Ronald Gesford
July 11, 2012
May you rest in peace.
Nicol Franklin
July 11, 2012
Sorry for your loss Tom was a great person
Laurie Clarke
July 10, 2012
Wilma,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I found out last night. Tom was a very kind, devoted, caring, and loving gentleman to all of us at The Chesapeake. His smiling face will be missed by all of us at "The Cafe" as he came to visit you. He was a wonderful care giver to you.
God bless you and your family and guide Tom to his designated peaceful path to heaven.
Valerie Rascoe
July 10, 2012
I have been going to the DePaul Atrium Pharmacy for about 20 years. I remember Tom from the beginning. Everyone there is so kind and thoughtful. I know Jay and everyone else there has lost not only a co-worker but a family member. My heart goes out to Tom's family and everyone at the DePaul Atrium Pharmacy.
Beverly Cross
July 10, 2012
I am so sorry for your lost and he will be truly miss my family. We will miss his love and warmth he share me and my family.He was always at pace and good sprite every time I visit the Atrium Pharmacy.
My love goes out to the Florence and his co worker at the Atrium pharmacy.
With lots of love
Cross & Lomans Family
Bill Ward
July 10, 2012
Tom and I had just gotten to be good friends at work and it saddens me greatly to hear of his passing. The only thing that brings peace about this is knowing how much he loved the Lord and is now in his presence. Until I see you there, my brother... To Wilma and family, our prayers are with you and peace to you as he is where we all look forward to being one day...
Wendy Warrick Hecker
July 10, 2012
Sorry for your loss. My father ran into Tommy a few years back at the Atrium Pharmacy. He was always friendly.
Paul
July 10, 2012
Tom was an amazing neighbor and an amazing guy. When I first bought my house next door to him he came right over and introduced himself. Tommy loved to make sure you were doing ok. As a neighbor if there was anything that I needed he wouldn't even hesitate to help out. A true testament to the kind of heart he had. He was such a wonderful man... He will be GREATLY missed.
JILL JOHNSON
July 10, 2012
WILMA AND FAMILY
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I AM IN SHOCK AND OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, WE LOVE YOU ALL
Larry and Linda Foster
July 10, 2012
Wilma, our hearts are aching for you losing Tommy so young. He was like a little brother to me. Tommy put a smile on so many faces. He was a very kind and gentle soul. Tommy is with his Dad now. God Bless you and your family. We love you Wilma.
leona ross
July 9, 2012
he will be missed greatly by our family seeing him at the atrium always bought a smile upon us. RIP TOM :( it will never be the same walking in there and not seeing u behind the counter.
Stephen Parsons
July 9, 2012
I will miss Tom's kindness and helpfulness. My thoughts and prayers are with the Florence family and Tom's Atrium family.
John Franko
July 9, 2012
Joe,
We are very sorry for this tragic loss to you and your family. We send our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Donna Franko
Evelyn Madison
July 9, 2012
My prays go out to the family. Tom was a wonderful and kind person, he will missed so much.
Amy Dacumos
July 9, 2012
Tom will be missed! He was so nice and and always had a smile on his face. The pharmacy will never be the same...... Amy Ho Dacumos
Lisa Martin
July 9, 2012
Thoughts and prayers are with Tom's family, co-workers and friends. May he rest in peace.
Annette Sprague
July 9, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Florence Family. Tom was such a nice guy. He always had a kind word and a warm smile. You will truly be missed Tom.
Dr Hasas And Staff
July 9, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family, We will truly miss him.
Crawford Anderson
July 9, 2012
Visiting the Atrium Pharmacy at DePaul will never be quite the same again; Tom was such an integral part of the "family" behind the counter. My sympathies go out to his family and coworkers. We will all miss him.
PAT STINSON
July 9, 2012
HAVE KNOWN TOM FOR YEARS, BACK WHEN HIS FAMILY HAD THE PHARMACY, HE WAS TRULY ONE OF THE BEST! HE WILL BE MISSED. PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS TO FAMILY
Tracy Coy
July 9, 2012
My prayers go out to Tom's family. He was always smiling when I would come in. He will be greatly missed.
Toni Ewell
July 9, 2012
Tom was always caring and paid attention to detail. He will truly be missed.
Conrad Crow
July 9, 2012
Dear Joe and family, Bound together as membranes in the body of Christ, we weep with you. Our thoughts embrace you. Our prayers ascend for you. Our God is companion in grief. "The song of triumph has begun. Alleluia! Amen."
The Lord's Peace.
Fay Robinson
July 9, 2012
1Corinthians15:57-58 But thanks be to God,who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.Therfore,my beloved brethren,be steadfast,immovable,always abounding in the work of the Lord,knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. May God bless your family and I will miss you so much Tom..Keeping the family in prayer
Michael and Melanie Labeaud
July 9, 2012
We will miss Tom very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Patricia Butts
July 9, 2012
Tom will be truly missed, such a kind person. With my deepest sympathies.
Patricia Butts
Tammy Nance-Lindquist
July 9, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Florence Family. My father, Spud Nance, sends his deepest condolences as well.
Lynn Meyer
July 9, 2012
Tom was such a great guy whom will be greatly missed by many. I only take solice in knowing that he was a mighty man of God and that he now rests with his Heavenly Father. My days will never be the same walking into the Pharmacy and not seeing his smiling face everyday. I miss him so much already. My prayers go out to Toms family. May the Lord wrap you in His comfort and peace in your time of grief.
Respectfully,
Lynn Meyer
Janet Lockstampfor
July 9, 2012
Dear Wilma and family,
You are in our prayers and thoughts at this time of your loss.
May our God surround each of you with comfort and peace.
Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Grace, Peace, and Love,
Mildred and Janet Lockstampfor
North Riverside Baptist Church
Wayne Ewing
July 9, 2012
We will miss Tom's smiling face every Sunday at Chestnut Memorial. He was very dedicated to his family. Our prayers are with Wilma and family.
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