Thomas Edward Breneman

Thomas Edward Breneman

Thomas Edward Breneman was born November 19, 1928, in Randolph, Wisconsin, and passed away January 2, 2006. He was the son of Wilfred and Ruth Breneman.
He leaves behind his adoring wife, Betty, of 53 years; and three younger brothers.
The Brenemans lived in Arlington, Washington, from 1962 to 1980. There they raised their four children, Michael (Nancy) Breneman, of Maquoketa, Iowa, Patti Olson (Bob Ferry), and Sharon Richardson, of Arlington, and Shawn Breneman, of Winlock, Washington; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Tom was well respected for his public service and law enforcement record. He was instrumental in the building of Olequea Senior Center, a member of the Elks Club for 39 years, the Hope Grange for 25 years, an important contributor to the Winlock Lions Club and the South Lewis County Chamber of Commerce. He was also an active police reservist in Winlock for 20 years. The Brenemans have provided superior insurance products and service for over 25 years. Tom loved to hunt, especially with his beagles, chasing rabbits. Tom was known in the town of Winlock as the "man with the suit and tie", and was always quick with a greeting for whomever he met. He will be sorely missed by many friends and family.
Private burial at Little Falls Cemetery in Vader, Washington. A celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, January 13, 2006, at the Olequea Senior Center.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Olequea Senior Center, P.O. Box 283, Winlock, WA 98596, or Shannon Lewis Memorial Heart Fund, P.O. Box 777, Winlock, WA 98596.