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Thomas Lathrop Obituary
GREAT FALLS - Thomas "Tommy" James Lathrop, 85, of Great Falls, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2018.
A funeral liturgy will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Ann's Cathedral. Schnider Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Tommy was born on January 28, 1932 in St. Paul, Minnesota to William and Helen (Larson) Lathrop. He graduated from high school in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He attended builder's school at Port Hueneme, California. Tom enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1951, serving for four years before being honorably discharged. After his enlistment, he obtained a job with the Great Northern Railroad in Grand Forks and was transferred to Great Falls, Montana in 1965, which later became Burlington Northern. He worked as a machinist and round house foreman until retiring in 1985 on disability.
He kept busy with charitable activities after his retirement including, St. Vincent de Paul and the Deer Lodge prison ministry. He also enjoyed making toys for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He married Karen Stahl on July 19, 1953 at Spruce Hill Lutheran Church, in Alexandria, Minnesota.
Tom is survived by his wife, Karen; son Michael; daughters Lori Lathrop, Anita Bueling, and Susan Lathrop; brother Richard; and five grandsons and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Phil; and sister Judy.
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Georgia Miller
January 28, 2018
Karen & family, my deepest sympathy for losing Tom. He was very influential in my faith journey in my late 20's. I was in a bible study with him and disillusioned with all the sin in the world. He "strongly" convinced me that the "Kingdom of God is ALIVE!" - Alive in the hearts of God's people. Since then I have tried to keep the Kingdom of God alive in my heart so God's Kingdom is ALIVE where ever I am. God's kingdom was always alive wherever Tom was. My kids thought he was Santa Clause and thought that Santa went to our church "St. Joe's." Hope to see him in Heaven.
Dick Michelotti
January 28, 2018
Karen and family,
My deapest condolences, Tom is one who made a lasting impression where ever he was, the GNRR, St Joes or St Ann's .
May our Lord Bless You with peace and His love.
Dick Michelotti
A Caring Neighbor
January 27, 2018
My sincere prayers and condolences for the Lathrop family. May Almighty God provide comfort and strength in his infinite wisdom. Tommy will be truly missed. May all your fond memories delight your heart. With Love
Bridgid Harlan
January 27, 2018
Karen, I am thinking of you in thought and prayer at the loss of your husband.
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MJH
January 27, 2018
My deepest condolences to your family during this most difficult time of coping with the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. There are no words that can ease the pain of losing someone so beloved. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that your loved one is in God's memory, because those who pass on are precious in his eyes. - Psalms 116:15.
January 26, 2018
Karen and family so sorry for your loss every time I hear a train whistle will think of him GodBless
January 25, 2018
Dear Karen and family,
I feel very sorry for the loss of Tommy and send each of you my love, support, and prayers. I remember Tommy well and knew him as a loving, compassionate man who was always ready to "go the extra mile" for anyone in need. He was so approachable and interested in all things pertaining to people. Also, I loved how he loved his wife, family, friends, and especially ....GOD. I am certain he received a warm welcome to Eternal Life. I am sure, God said, "Welcome, Home, Tommy, I know you well!"
Each of you have my continued love, support, and prayers especially during these days.
God bless and take care.
Love, Sr. Mary (Wilson SP)
January 24, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. Although your grief may seem unbearable, know that God wants to comfort you. Pour out your heart to him in prayer and experience the peace that only he can give. Jeremiah 29:11*
tim and carol highwood
January 24, 2018
Micheal and Family, so sorry for the loss of your father. He will live on through your thoughts and memories.
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