THOMAS P. HIER

THOMAS P. HIER - BRISTOL - Thomas P. Hier (or "Tom," as he was well known) passed away peacefully on the fifth of July 2013. Tom was the youngest child of Agnes (Cousino) Hier and William R. Hier. He was born on Jan. 1, 1938, at home on School Street in Bristol. Tom lived most of his life with his parents. After his parents were unable to care for him due to age. Tom then lived at the Mens Group home in Middlebury. As Tom aged, he then moved in with his cousin and caregiver, Peter Cousino at the Cousino family home. Tom was well known for his infectious laugh, good sense of humor and artistic abilities. Tom had numerous paintings displayed throughout Middlebury. Tom loved to sing and dance and attended many social events in the Middlebury area with his friends from the group home. Tom was a gentle person, always had a smile and hello for everyone, and when asked his age always replied that he was "18 years old." Tom was predeceased by his parents, Agnes Hier and William Hier; siblings, Wilma Hall, Gordon Hier, Vernard Hier, Marceline Guardino, Everett Hier, Albertine Perry, and Albert Hier. Tom is survived by his siblings, Barbara Bushell and Franklin Hier; many nieces and nephews; several cousins; and many family friends. Special thanks to Peter and Gail Cousino, whom have cared for Tom at their home over the past several years. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013, at St. Ambrose Church in Bristol. There will be no calling hours. Donations in Tom's name may be made to Children with Special Health Needs, 108 Cherry St., Burlington, VT 05401.