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Thomas Callaway Obituary

CALLAWAY Thomas W. Callaway, 39, of Columbus OH, formerly of Covington, GA, went home to be with God on March 21, 2010. Mason with University Lodge 631 and Aladdin Shrine and a Marine vet of Desert Storm is survived by wife, Heidi; children, Justin, Jordan, Cameron and Alexis; mother, Keren; brother, Andy; sister, Amanda; as well as many other friends and family. Service will be held in GA at a later date. Family requests memorial contributions be made to Ohio Cremation & Memorial Society, 5464 N. High St., Columbus 43214 to help defray expenses. RODMAN FUNERAL SERVICE.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 23, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Callaway

46 Entries

Joanie Belden-Colquitt

May 27, 2010

Dear Keren,
You probably don't remember me, but I was a friend of Cholly's back at Woodward Academy. I loved him dearly. I have tears in my eyes when I think of you so many years ago--how brave you were and how kind to me in my grief. I later gave my heart to the Lord and want you to know that I am praying for you and your family. May the Lord comfort you in your loss of your son and protect and keep you in the years to come.

Libby Lane

April 7, 2010

Dear Keren, Heidi and family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear the news about Tommy. I have lost touch with you all, and I wasn't even aware that Tommy was in Ohio. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all.
Love, Libby

Trevor Breedlove

April 7, 2010

Callaway Family,
My name is Trevor Breedlove from Covington, GA. I knew Tommy in Middle School. We were in Boy Scouts together. If I remeber correctly he had a Grandfather that was a Doctor? Anyway Dr. Callaway delivered me as a baby. I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't been in contact with Tommy for at least 20 years. God Bless you all!

shaun bruey

March 31, 2010

Callaway Family,

My wife Emily and I just wanted to offer our condolences. Tom was a former colleague of mine. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Shaun and Emily Bruey

Willard and Heidi VanGundy

March 30, 2010

Heidi, We would like to offer our condolences to you and your family. I can not even imagine what you are going through right now. If there is anything that we can do for you, please do not hesitate in asking. We offer our thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Heidi Callaway

March 30, 2010

Tom was not only my husband, but my best friend.. Mornings and evenings are hard. I miss him SO much. I had not been able to find this page and had only heard of it through friends and family. I would like to thank everyone for their kind words. To those of you who witnessed this tragedy and tried to help, I greatly appreciate you. It is reassuring to know he did not die alone and so many tried to help him.

I love and miss you, Tom

Your wife always and forever,

Heidi Callaway Dublin, OH

TERRA HORTON

March 25, 2010

WOW IS THE MOST THAT I CAN SAY. I WORKED WITH TOM AND ANDY AT ALLSTAR FOR MANY YEARS. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE CALLAWAY FAMILY. KEEP UR HEADS UP ANDY, JUSTIN, AND JORDAN. DEBBIE U STAY STRONG FOR JUSTIN AND JORDAN AND LET GOD HANDLE THE REST.

Julius and Jamie Hays

March 25, 2010

Words escape me. I can only pray for Tom and all the members of his family. I had lost contact with Tom for the past couple of years. Out of the blue, he called me a couple of months ago. We had several long conversations. We talked politics and family , just like the old days. I want Justin and Jordan to know that he loved you very much and that he misses you now and has been missing you. Take comfort that he is now with our Lord, the same Jesus that will guide and comfort you through this troubling time

C. Brewer

March 25, 2010

To the family of this man:
My husband and I witnessed the aftermath just minutes after this terrible accident. We were deeply saddened and troubled by this throughout our trip to Cleveland.
God be you and strengthen you. May this man's wife, children, mother, siblings - all find strength from God at this very tragic time.

We did not stop because we knew there was nothing we could do and many others ahead of us were already stopping. Although the traffic did not seem heavy at that time, we felt it was safer for the traffic behind us if we just kept on going.

God be with you always.

Christian Henderson

March 24, 2010

I wanted to share my deepest sympathy to the Callaway family. Tom will be missed by many people.

Brooke Buirley

March 24, 2010

I and my girlfriends were witnesses to this terrible accident. We are praying for your family.

DDN Reader

March 24, 2010

I am sorry to hear about your sudden lost. I hope all will get better and i will pray fo the safety and and the spirit of your family.

debby searls

March 24, 2010

You remain forever in our hearts and minds. We miss you terribly.

Linda Miller

March 24, 2010

May God hold you in his hand until he can hold you in heaven. I love you and will be praying for you. I can't say I know what you are going though, but I can sure pray for you. Love through Christ.

March 23, 2010

To the Callaway Family-
I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. My girlfriend Jackie and I, stopped to assist moments after the sceen. Just to let you know, every one of us involved attempted endlessly to gain access to Tom until medical help arrived. I am so sorry we could not have done any more. It also pains me to learn he is a brother Marine.
RIP Devildog, and Semper Fi!
Brian Taylor, Grove City,OH

Don and Marcia Floyd

March 23, 2010

Keren:

Our prayers are with you.

Barb and Jack Kingsley

March 23, 2010

Dear Heidi,

Mike alerted us to your terrible loss. Our hearts go out to you, the children and Tom's parents. Know that you are all in our prayers.

Much love,

March 23, 2010

Dear Mrs. Callaway and Family,

Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your husband, Thomas. We gratefully acknowledge his service to our country.

Sincerely and God Bless,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Blue Star Mothers
Columbus, OH

GAIL SIDERS

March 23, 2010

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I CAN NOT IMAGINE THE LOSS YOU HAVE SUFFERED. FROM ONE MOTHER TO ANOTHER I AM SO SORRY. IF YOU NEED ANYTHING, I AM HERE.

Frank and Kay Turner

March 23, 2010

Keren,
We grieve with you. To us Tommy will always be the little curly haired 5 year old across the street. He was always full of questions and information and started each conversation with ..."Mr. Frank , did you know?" You are all in our prayers.

Kay & Frank Turner

March 23, 2010

Keren,
My heart breaks for you. For us Tommy will always be the curly haired five year old across the street. Always full of information, he started every conversation with ...Mr. Frank, did you know ?"

Brian Moses

March 23, 2010

I am the witness to the tragic accident. My family and myself wish Mr Calloways' family our deepest condolences.

GAIL SIDERS

March 23, 2010

I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. NOTHING ANYONE CAN DO OR SAY WILL HELP EASE YOUR PAIN. JUST KNOW THAT WHEN THE TIME COMES WE ARE ALL HERE FOR YOU. THE LOVE OF FRIENDS ARE POWERFUL.

MEDICAL ARTS

March 23, 2010

YOUR FRIENDS AT MEDICAL ARTS SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND LOVE

ann rivers

March 23, 2010

Karen, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am always here for you. Nothing can ever ease the loss of a child. There are many long days ahead, but just remember that your friends are just a call away.

Terri Egelston

March 23, 2010

I passed the scene of this tragic accident on Sunday and whispered a prayer for whomever was affected. Our lives are changed so quickly - May the Lord be with your family.

William R. Chatman Jr.

March 23, 2010

Thanks For Your Military Service Veit Nam Vet 70s May God Bless You

Brenda Sewell

March 23, 2010

I and my children spent numerous hours in the Callaway home when my children, Tom and his younger brother, Andy, were much younger. I remember so well that smile, his humor and curly blonde hair. They have all grown up, married and have their own children now, but you never forget those memories of wonderful times spent with dear friends.

Heidi, I have never met you, but you must be a very special lady, and Keren has stated how much she loves you, and you and Tom loved each other.

Andy and Amanda-I just lost my youngest sister almost 6 months ago. I keep wondering when the pain and grief will ease.

Keren, my dear friend of many years--I love you girlfriend and am here for you. I would give anything to be able to ease your pain, but only our Lord can do that. Know beyond a shadow of a doubt that he is carrying all of you.

My love as friend and sister in Christ,
Brenda

Patricia Searls

March 23, 2010

Tom is in the arms of our loving God and will be his special angel. Heidi, words cannot express my sorrow for you and your family. Memories will help you through these difficult times, as well as the loving parents that you have to help you through. Love to all of you.

Sonya Brown Moreland

March 23, 2010

My sister and I went to school and graduated with Tommy. He was so funny and always into something or other. My prayers go out to his family. I know you now have a guardian angel and he will always be looking out for you.

Jackie Little

March 23, 2010

You're welcome, Amanda. May peace and the love of God be with you and your family.

Samantha Melton

March 23, 2010

Tommy, you will always be on our minds and in our hearts!

Keren Ashby

March 23, 2010

I will always love you,Tommy.
Mom

Nancy Welker

March 23, 2010

Tommy, you were like a little brother to me. I will miss you! All my love and prayers to the family.

Justin

March 23, 2010

I will miss you dad.

Love Justin

March 22, 2010

Please know that our prayers are with your family as we passed the wreck.

Amanda

March 22, 2010

I love you big brother. Always and Forever. And to the people who tried to help him... Thank you.

Amanda

March 22, 2010

I love you big Brother. Always and forever.

Adam White

March 22, 2010

Tom and I were friends growing up in GA. Great guy to have as a friend and will be truly missed.

Justin & Stacy Ellis

March 22, 2010

You will be missed Brother Tom!

March 22, 2010

To the family and friends of Thomas Callaway,

My name is Jackie and even though I'm a complete stranger, I just want to tell you my boyfriend, Brian, and I tried everything we could to help Thomas. We saw the scene and turned around to help because medical personel weren't yet there. I'm an RN and he's a therapist and a Marine. There were other passerbys who stopped to help also. Please try to take comfort in knowing this.
I don't have the words to express my sympathy and condolences. I just wanted to start CPR. He's in Heaven and he's an angel and he will forever be watching over all of you.

With our deepest sympathy,
Jackie and Brian

Mike & Misty Rohrer

March 22, 2010

We have only known Tom and Heidi for a short time, we are so very sorry for your your loss. Heidi we are praying for you and your family.

Mark & Brenda Layman

March 22, 2010

We will always remember the times we spent with Tom and Heidi. He will be sadly missed by our entire family. We last saw Tom the day after Christmas, and we will remember him as he was, sitting in our wicker chair, enjoying a last cup of coffee before the drive home. We know that now Tom is truly at home in Heaven.

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