DELAWARE — Thomas A. McPherson, age 73, passed away quietly in the loving arms of his fiancee, Nancy Price Fleming, on November 10th, 2020. Tom gave up his exhaustive battle with cancer after many years of combating the disease, and he embraced wholeheartedly his belief we will all be reunited in the afterlife.

Tom was born in Athens, Ohio on July 12, 1947 to Mary Gibson McPherson, and Arthur George McPherson. Tom had a rich family background in American History including General James B. McPherson of Civil War fame. Tom attended elementary school in Indiana, and Junior High and High School in Delaware, Ohio. He often reminisced about the wonderful times he had playing ball in the neighborhood when Hayes High School was no more than an open field behind his house. He was athletic and competed in track, winning many track and field events. He loved sports and absolutely loved to follow high school teams, and he was a fan of all college football teams, but especially the Ohio State Buckeyes.

Tom was a graduate of Central Technical Institute, Kansas, MO. He worked for Western Electric, and then owned and operated his own television and repair shops, McPherson TV Sales and Service, in Kansas City and Pandora, and Ottawa, OH. While located there, Tom was a member of many community and school organizations.

Tom was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War having served in Korea and Germany, 1965-1967. He valued his army experiences, and was proud to have served, gaining a rich background in many other cultures.

Anyone who knew Tom was quickly aware of his dedication to family, his quick wit, and his love of nature. Tom was a great story-teller with an infectious laugh. He possessed a vast knowledge of many current and historical events. He loved his fishing trips with his friend, Rick Reider, his cabin in Canada, family vacations there, and boating. When confined to his bed, he enjoyed keeping track of the hummingbirds, cardinals, and wildlife out his window.

Preceding Tom in death, besides his parents, was his brother-in-law, Richard Gassen.

Besides Nancy, left to grieve his passing is his sister Annie McPherson (David Cook), his nephews Ranjit Sellars and Devendar Sellars, his sister Carol Gassen, his aunt Sharon McPherson, six step-children and seven step-grandchildren, and numerous cousins, friends, and extended family members.

Due to the situation with the coronavirus, a private service in honor of his life will be held at a later date, at the convenience of his family. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Delaware County Historical Society, Meeker Museum, 2690 Stratford Road, Delaware, OH 43015.

Special thanks is given to the wonderful Hospice Team at OhioHealth, SourcePoint, and all who assisted him. Thanks also to his high school classmates who so generously kept in touch with encouraging words.

Arrangements were made by the Snyder-Rodman Funeral Home.

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Published by The Delaware Gazette from Nov. 13 to Nov. 14, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas McPherson

5 Entries

Craig

July 22, 2024

Him and Joanna from Redcliffe are missed on ABC Nightlife.

Bernadette AWAD

April 18, 2023

I used to listen to " Tom from Delaware " on ABC Radio Nightline here in Sydney Australia. He always rang in for the 25 question quiz. We got to know him through this. His knowledge was amazing & he never complained about his health. I was listening to the quiz last night & thought, I hadn't heard him on radio for a long time & did wonder if he had passed over. He's missed by his " nightline pals". Rest in Eternal Peace "Tom from Delaware".

Rebecca Jolliff Metcalf

November 28, 2020

I remember the first time I met Tom, he had just moved into the neighborhood on Orchard Heights. We became good friends and when he locked himself out of his bedroom I showed him how to use a bobby-pin to open his door. I was privileged to have enjoyed his company a couple years ago in St. Joseph, Mo. we talked about our lives and how things had changed and I told him to follow his heart and I know that he was really happy to have the time with Nancy. My God bless you Tom and I will see you on the other side.

Roxann M. Newton

November 19, 2020

As a friend of Nancy’s, I had the pleasure of meeting Tom this past year. He was a wonderfully kind man, and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.

Nancy Claypool

November 13, 2020

Tom, you will be greatly missed. When we were young I would pretend you were my big brother. Many things you said to me in my youth still come to my mind today.
I was so happy when you reunited with your Nancy.
Love, your cousin Nancy.. see you on the other side ❤❤

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