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Thomas G. Romary

Thomas Romary Obituary

THOMAS G. ROMARY, 61, died Sunday, Oct. 10, 2004. Born in Fort Wayne, he was a Teacher at Indiana Tech, IPFW and Concordia Universities. He was a member of St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church. Survivors include wife, Becky of Columbia City; son, Tyler of Los Angeles, Calif.; daughter, Tammy Root of Greenfield; two grandchildren; sisters, Shirley Vorndran, Nancy Dunfee and Vickilou Wyss, all of Fort Wayne. He was preceded in death by parents, Gerald and Alice Romary. Memorial Mass is 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church, Columbia City. Gathering of relatives and friends one hour prior to service. Arrangments by D.O. McComb & Sons Lakeside Park Funeral Home, 1140 Lake Ave. Preferred Memorials to, SCAN or Christ Child Society of Fort Wayne.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Oct. 13, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Romary

27 Entries

Martha Escobar

July 19, 2025

I know this memorial is from 2004, but I was thinking of Mr. Romary and decided to look him up. He was my math teacher in the '90s. He was a wonderful teacher and mentor. He made a great impact on my life. I became an engineer, and he was instrumental in helping me reach my goals. The world is a better place because he was here, and touched so many lives.

Julie Mansfield

October 8, 2020

I still think of Tom often. I use the diff eq he taught me often enough that he comes to mind at least once a week.

Traci Kendall

November 10, 2004

I am still in shock to learn of Professor Romary's passing. I was one of his students at Indiana Tech in the early 90's. He was such a wonderful teacher and man, I know he will really be missed. God Bless those he left behind.

Denny Beachy

October 27, 2004

I knew Tom for such a short time of 3 1/2 years. Tom was always very honest, fair and smiling. I know thru my work some of his students and they speak very well of Tom. I realize that things don't always go as we want in life, but I wish I had known Tom 50 years ago and had the honor of being a lifetime friend.

Andrew Rich

October 24, 2004

I met Tom last summer when we discussed his teaching at Manchester College. We had a great talk and he showed me the math booklets he had written. In the end, it didn't work out for him to teach here, which was a disappointment because he seemed like such a good teacher.

I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. God be with you, Becky.

Jason Santos

October 22, 2004

I only met Tom once when Tylers parents visited California about 4 or 5 years ago. He seemed like a good guy and I would just like to say that my prayers and thoughts are with Tyler and his family at a tough time like this.

Rahim Pirani

October 21, 2004

Becky,

Deepest sympathy to you for the loss,you will always be in my prayers

Chris Wright

October 21, 2004

I recall a New's Year eve where Mr. Romary piled up his mini van full of obnoxious, possibly overserved 21 year olds and transported us to our planned destinations for the evening.

Thanks for looking out for us Mr. Romary, you are missed.

DIANDRA BRUEN

October 18, 2004

I was shocked and saddened by the news of Mr. Romary. He was my instructor for classes like statistics and general math studies at Concordia University.

He made learning math fun. His booklets really helped me to understand his step-by-step instructions of learning the process. I have never seen anyone enjoy working with numbers as Mr. Romary displayed to his students. My condolences to Mrs. Romary and the family. My prayers are with you.

Rebecca MHB

October 18, 2004

I only met Mr. Romary once when I visited Fort Wayne with Tyler for Chris & Jen Wright's wedding. He was such a sweet guy and super cool because he's a fellow math nerd! I just want ya'll to know that from what I see in Tyler (excluding the math), Mr. Romary was a great man. I have so much sadness in my heart for your family. Take care of each other.

Tammy Root

October 16, 2004

Tom Romary was a great dad! He raised me with great morals and good skills in math. My kids loved him as a grandpa. He will truly be missed!

Mary Riggle

October 15, 2004

Tom was a great friend and teacher. I was fortunate to know him both as a student and as a staff member at Concordia University. Tom will be truly missed by all of his students and our staff. It was a pleasure to have known him. He had a passion for teaching and could get as excited about "you getting it" as you did. He brought enthusiasm, humor, and confidence to our classrooms. Becky, Tammy, and Tyler, he spoke of you often during classes and was really proud of his family. And he was so proud to be a Grandpa...TRIG. Blessings to you and your families. We all loved him too.

Mary Riggle

Concordia University

Becky Romary

October 15, 2004

Tom was absolutely wonderful as a person and a husband. I am very thankful that we had 35 years of marriage. Thanks to everyone for their kind words and support. He will truly be missed.

William Hutson

October 15, 2004

I was shocked to read about Mr. Romary in the paper the other day. I was a student of Professor Romary's a year or two ago at IPFW and I have to say that he was by far one of the best teachers I have ever had. He had such an ability to present complicated math in a way that anyone could understand and learn. I can say that I always looked forward to going to his class. What a great man.

Suzanne DePrey-Brown

October 14, 2004

Mr. Romary was my 5th grade teacher at St. Henrys and because of him my math abilities have excelled. God Bless his Family.

Suzanne DePrey-Brown

Adam Greb

October 14, 2004

Tom was a great guy. One of my favorite teachers at Tech. He will definitely be missed.

Nic Fouts

October 13, 2004

Tom was a great teacher and a great friend. He always had a smile and was always ready to help. He will be missed dearly.

Jim Bishop

October 13, 2004

Tom touched many lives and he will be missed dearly by his friends students and colleagues. Becky and his children can take comfort in knowing that Tom spoke of them often; always with the deepest of love and affection.

May God Bless.

louise jones

October 13, 2004

Tom was always the teacher I would turn to when i needed someone to help a student understand math. He was a genuine career educator and I admired him very much.

Dr. Louise Conley Jones

Dean, Adult Ed, Concordia College New York (formerly CUW-Fort Wayne campus)

Julie Mansfield

October 13, 2004

Tom was so much fun to have as a math professor - it was clear he loved the topic and delighted in showing us the neatest 'math tricks'. I will miss him as a professor, friend, mentor and colleague. Thanks for everything Tom!

Mark Everidge

October 13, 2004

I am a student of Prof. Romary a Indiana Tech. He is truly a good man and has enrichd my life through his caring spirit and devotion. We'll miss you.

Larry Romary

October 13, 2004

Tom & I are second cousins and share the teaching profession (math, no less!) I was always impressed how Tom always cared about doing a good job in his teaching. Tom, you will be missed.......Larry

Tami Hoffman

October 13, 2004

Just last week I was telling my boss that would I have wanted to pursue a career in math or actuarial science, I would take every course that Tom Romary would be willing to offer and that I would ask him to teach me everything he knew about math. I was privileged to take two of Tom's courses at Concordia University. In my experience, Tom's understanding of and passion for teaching math was like none other. His ability to communicate and transfer his understanding and passion made it a pure delight to be his student. Plus, Tom always took the time to ask how we were doing and to learn a little something about us. We discovered that Tom grew up across the street (Woodview Boulevard) from my father, Henry Lepper.

Tom was so proud of his children and grandchildren and spoke of them often. I'll always remember what he wanted his grandchildren to remember as they were learning math: TRIG - "Tom Romary is Grandpa!"

Blessings, comfort, and peace through Jesus Christ to those who knew and loved Tom.

Sincerely and with thanksgiving,

Kurt Webber

October 13, 2004

I was a student of Professor Romary at Ivy Tech in the early 1980s. He was a caring man and took time with his students.

Carol Geller

October 13, 2004

My deepest sympathy goes to the family for your loss. You will be in my prayers for today and the days to come.

Joyce Kerns

October 13, 2004

Becky, I was so shocked to read that Tom had passed away. As you know, I always credited him for getting me through the Algebra class at IPFW that I need for my graduation. He was a wonderful man and a great teacher who had compassion for all people. It is a great loss to you and the academic community in Fort Wayne. My prayers are with you and your family.

Joseph Hurt

October 12, 2004

I was one of Professor Romary students back in 2000 at Indiana Tech. He was a great man and great professor. I will miss him and he will always live on at school and in me.

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