Thomas Charles Clausing

CLAUSING Thomas Charles Clausing, 42, formerly of Worthington, was killed when two medical helicopters collided near Flagstaff, AZ, Sunday June 30, 2008. Tom lived in Leavenworth, WA and is survived by wife, Lucca Criminale; brothers, William, John, Dan; and sister, Cathy Fendelman. Tom, together with Lucca, co-founded Rescue Specialists, Inc. a wilderness rescue school. He spent 24 years as a professional rescuer and wilderness rescue instructor, ski patroller, guide, park ranger and flight paramedic. He will be remembered for his desire to learn about and live in the wilderness, his sense of humor, and genuine care for all he encountered. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Chelan Douglas Land Trust at: www.cdlantrust.org. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries