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Tom graduated from North High School in 2000. Talented in photography, Tom took many pictures of his family and friends. He enjoyed nature and walking in the outdoors. He loved music and he liked shooting pool. Tom enjoyed reading his Bible. Tom's most treasured moments were spent surrounded by his family and friends especially his nephew, Jackson.
Surviving are his parents, Ron and Leah Ann (Sullenger) Guess of Evansville; brother, Tim Guess and his wife, Erin; grandparents, Carl and Ramona Guess of Kuttawa, Ky., and Bill and Mary Lee Robertson of Evansville; the joy of his life, his nephew, Jackson Guess; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Tom was preceded in death by his grandfather, Jim Sullenger.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, August 20, 2009, at Browning Funeral Home, 738 Diamond Avenue, with the Rev. John Lefler officiating. Burial will be held in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Friends may visit from 2 to 8 p.m. today, August 19, 2009, at Browning Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the family for the education of Tom's nephew, Jackson. Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Guess
The Compassionate Friends
August 30, 2009
Dear Ron & Leah Ann,
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
The Evansville, IN chapter of The Compassionate Friends. TCF is a mutual assistance, self-help organization offering friendship, understanding, and hope to bereaved families following the death of a child.
Julie Freier
August 21, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Tom's family! I went to school with Tom and he was always such a pleasure to be around and ALWAYS smiled! I know he left behind a lot of wonderful memories.
You are in my thoughts,
Julie Freier
August 21, 2009
Dear Ron and family, please accept our sympathy on the loss of your loving son. Our prayer are with you all!
paul and susan schroeder
Martha Reek
August 21, 2009
Dear Ron, Leah Ann, and Tim, Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and prayed for each of you today. Leah Ann - thank you for sharing Tom's artwork with me. Even though I didn't know your son, I could sense from his expressive photographs and drawings that he was quite special. God be with each of you. Sincerely, Martha J. Reek
Terri Elsfelder
August 20, 2009
LeAnn, Sorry to hear of the loss of your son Tom. I am so sorry I could not make it to the funeral home, but know that my thoughts and prayers have been with you and your family.You will have thoughts that make you cry and ones that make you smile,cherish them as they help you get through the rough days and months ahead.Take Care and God Bless.
Roger Silva
August 19, 2009
RIP Tom, he was a great guy, I remember him coming up to my locker when we were in high school, I was a freshmen and he was a senior, hard to believe that was 10 yrs ago, but we were good friends and he was always a positive role model to be around and was glad to know him, I miss u man, I may have only known him for one yr in school, but long enough to know he was a good person. I love u man and rest in piece.
Roger
August 19, 2009
Ron, Leah Ann & Tim,
Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. We didn't know Tom well but could see he was a kind and gentle soul. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin & Kim Licht
Doug Hoffmann
August 19, 2009
I'd like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of Tom, you are all in my prayers. I met Tom a few years ago through his very very good friend Rebecca. Tom always liked to spend time with his friends and family, and always brought fun to whatever we did. We went out to places in and around Evansville and he showed me the sights of the area on numerous occasions. He always jumped at the chance to show people places and spend time with his friends. I'll miss him and his sense of humor and fun immensely.
ECHO clinic
August 19, 2009
Our thoughs and prayers go out to the family in this time of need. We always enjoyed seeing his smiling face in the office. He will be greatly missed.
Mike Massie
August 19, 2009
Ron, Leah Ann, and Tim
I was sorry when I heard about the passing of Tom. It was only a few years ago that Tom and his brother were Tommy and Timmy. Tom was always friendly when I saw him. The last time we spoke was at Target last year. Back many years ago, the Guess family rode by on bikes when we lived on south Frederick. Your family is in our prayers and I hope your loving memories of your son Tom are with you forever.
the Massie family
August 19, 2009
Those of us at Scott Township Fire Department are very sorry for your loss. Jeff and I knew Tom from fishing at Jim and Betty's lake and he always stopped and talked to us. He was such a sweet young man.
Linda L Niemeier & The Scott Township Fire Department.
Will and Tracy McEuen
August 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our small neighborhood will never be as happy and cheerful as it once was. Tom was a constant ray of sunshine for all of us on the drive. He is already dearly missed. We are here for you.
August 19, 2009
Ron & Leah Ann:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Take comfort in the support from friends and family. It truly warms the heart to know how much love one person could generate while here on this earth.
Bob & Peggy Bruning
Greg Ford
August 19, 2009
Ron, I'd like to offer my sympathies and prayers to you and your family for this unfortunate loss. God bless you all and may you find comfort and strength through your faith and endless loving memories.
Greg Ford
August 19, 2009
Ron & Leah Ann, You and your family are in our prayers.
Mark and Ruth Stout
tami burke
August 19, 2009
Tom always had a beautiful,bright smile to brighten up anyone's day he came into contact with...He will be missed terribly here on earth but will make the angels sing w/ his beautiful heart~My prayers are with you all~
derek snyder
August 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family He will be missed
Derek Snyder and family
DeAndria Hawkins
August 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Tom's family! I went to North with Tom, and he was such an AWESOME person.Words can not express how I feel.I know Tom is in heaven smiling down on us.
Stephanie Tenbarge
August 19, 2009
Tom and I were friends in High School. He is missed! He was very active in our impaX club at North and always was a support for new people joing us.
Anthony Payne
August 19, 2009
I remember Tom always having a smile and doing things for others, take care brother
derek snyder
August 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Tom was a good kid and will be missed
Derek Snyder and Family
August 19, 2009
Ron & Leah Ann, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May your family bring you strength and comfort.
Greg Hortin & Sherry Wilkerson
Megan
August 19, 2009
My prayers go out to the friends and family of Tom Guess. Esther, Jeff and kids.. I am always here for you guys. God Bless!
Bob & Sherry Bell
August 19, 2009
There is not greater loss than the loss of your child. Cherish all the pictures he took to help you though this very hard time.
Gerald Embry IV
August 19, 2009
Me & Tom Went To School Together, We Were Never Very Good Friends But He Seemed To Be A Good Person To Me, I'm Sure He Will Be Missed
Tabitha&Joshua Hubbard
August 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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