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Bill Beak
February 25, 2025
Tom was a close friend of mine. We shared many YPO and other experiences together. I miss Tom very much.
Marilyn Thoreson
April 24, 2021
Melinda: I just shared with you and Tom about the passing of my husband. I am shocked at Tom’s passing . He loved you so much with a sparkle in his eye whenever he mentioned you. I’m sure you have my phone number, please do call when you feel like talking. May the Lord be with you now and the days ahead, may He comfort you in your loss as well as Jennifer and Tim.
Karen Geller
April 5, 2021
Melinda, Bob and I want to say how surprised and sorry we were to hear about Tom’s death. We hope that your lifetime of memories will help you get through this difficult time.
Jim Martin
March 19, 2021
So sorry to hear about Tom! Our sympathy and prayers to Melinda and family.
Doug McWilliams
March 15, 2021
It's hard to think that Tom is gone. I first met Tom in 7th grade math class and we just hit it off. We took red cross lifesaving lessons together, played on the Jr. high golf team (Tom was a lot better at the game than I was), pedaled our bicycles out to Lake in the Woods garden nursery on Stephenson Street Rd. to jump from the rocks into the pond to cool off on hot summer days. In high school, we would go to Simmons' and Vrtol's auto salvage yards to get parts for our cars. We both had 1951 Studebakers, mine a 4 door Champion and Tom's a 2 door Starlight coupe. Tom was so talented fixing and working on anything and restored that car to like new condition. He painted that car a beautiful candy apple red. And then there were motorcycles.... so many good memories from the old days.
I pray for God's peace and comfort for Tom's wife Melinda, their children, grandchildren, Tom's mother, sister and brother. Rest in peace old friend.
Dwain and Patti Earnest
March 10, 2021
Melinda so sorry for your loss. Tom was such a kind patient man. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cathy Berg
March 9, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, Melinda and family. I extend my deepest sympathy and condolences. I worked for Tom when he was Vice President of Newell in Freeport. He was one of the great bosses I had over the years and brought so much to the company and to all that knew him. I learned a lot from him. He will be greatly missed. Best wishes and prayers to you all. God Bless. Cathy (Mandt) Berg Rapid City, SD
Ann Pate
March 7, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss! Tom will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the Freeport community as a whole! He was a very good man! Ann Pate
Dave and Mary Youngblut
March 7, 2021
Our condolences to Melinda and his family. He contributed so much to Freeport, both in the community at large and with his leadership at Newell. He will be missed by so many.
Marianne Garvens
March 7, 2021
I will never forget getting to know him through the Vision 20/20 visioning effort in 2000. He was a great man who loved Freeport very much.
Calvin Clayton
March 6, 2021
I was saddened to learn of Tom’s passing. I knew Tom since our high school days and always considered him a friend. He will truly be missed. My condolences to Melinda and family.
Marianne Garvens
March 6, 2021
I got to know Tom through the Vision 20/20 experience.
I appreciated his leadership and volunteerism in the Freeport Community - he was a great community asset. He will be greatly missed.
Marianne Garvens
March 6, 2021
I appreciated Tom’s leadership and volunteerism in the Freeport Community - he was a great community asset. He will be greatly missed.
William Beak
March 5, 2021
Tater and I send our heartfelt sympathy and prayers for you and your family.
Rick and Susan Contino
March 5, 2021
We were shocked and saddened to hear that Tom had passed away this week.
Having worked with Tom for many years he will always be remembered as one of the great ones to help so many be successful within Newell We have the utmost respect for his professionalism and poise. We will miss you Tom.
Annette Skipper
March 5, 2021
With a sad heart I extend my condolences to Mr. Ferguson's Wife Melinda and family. He often spoke of his grandchildren. Especially the youngest one. I pray they will always treasure his memory and legacy.
George and Susan Hamilton
March 5, 2021
Our sincerest condolences to Melinda and family on your loss. Tom will be missed by many.
On a personal note, Tom has been a mentor, an ally and a friend to me for many years. I should also add a tough boss. Always setting a high bar, Tom’s creative and principled leadership style have set a terrific standard for me and so many others. Rest in peace Tom. Your legacy will be felt for years to come.
Beth Winter
March 5, 2021
Tom was such a kind man. At FCC he always made a point to come talk to Mark and myself. He listened when you spoke and really cared about what you had to say. Sincerity is a beautiful thing that he gave to everyone he knew. A wonderful person gone too soon. Prayers to his family.
Mark and Beth Winter
Anna McKinnon
March 3, 2021
He so loved Melinda.
Always a neighbor, always a friend, always a gentleman. Rest In Peace....Tom
Anna McKinnon
Judy Eikstadt
March 3, 2021
My heart goes out to Melinda and the children. Tom was a great man and did wonderful things for our community. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Don & Cindy McIlnay
March 3, 2021
Cindy and I send our heart felt sympathy to Melinda, Jennifer and Tim. We will all miss Tom deeply. We have shared great times both as Freeport Pretzels and Newellies! We are who we are today because of the experiences and unforgettable events we shared together.
Jack Teela
March 3, 2021
Great guy and great leader. Many fond memories working with him and for him over the years at Newell Helped many in their careers best times were the many ski trips together at Crested Butte
Greg Miles
March 3, 2021
Tom - a trusted friend, workmate and confidant.
Will miss his insights, creativity and our conversations. Best wishes, thoughts and prayers to Melinda, Tim and Jennifer. Greg Miles
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