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Tom Hartshorn Obituary

Hartshorn, Tom, 61, passed away on March 9, 2012. Tom was born to the late Thomas and Emma Hartshorn and grew up in Wichita, Kan. He is survived by wife, Dalene; son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Kristin Hartshorn; daughter, Brianna Hartshorn; grandchildren, Ryder and Tatum Hartshorn; and sister and brother-in-law, Susie and Marty Bogart. He retired in 2006 from Dollar General as an executive vice president. His positive, determined and driven character made him a strong leader and well admired by many. Tom loved sports and was an avid golfer and Vanderbilt fan. He was also a collector of antique cars. Tom was a fun loving person who liked to laugh, but he will be remembered most as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather who loved his family well. He was a member of Brentwood Baptist Church where Dr. Michael Glenn will conduct a service at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 15, 2012. The family will receive friends at the church from 3-7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 14th. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scouts of America, P.O. Box 150409, Nashville, TN 37215-0409 or CaringBridge, Donation Processing Center, PO Box 6032, Albert Lea, MN 56007-6632. Arrangements by Austin Funeral & Cremation Services, 615-377-0775. Sign on-line guestbook at AustinFuneralService.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Mar. 13 to Mar. 14, 2012.

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Dan Haynes

March 7, 2024

Miss Tom very much. Loved his visits to Las Vegas. Always had a good time

Dan Haynes

March 7, 2023

Think of Tom often. Miss his visits to Vegas. Was a great friend

Dan Haynes

March 19, 2012

Dalene,I am so sorry for your loss. I admired Tom very much. I will miss him tremendously.
I will especially miss his visit's out here to Vegas. We always enjoyed seeing him, having dinner and taking in a show. You and the whole family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Brian Lassley

March 15, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Tom was a good friend of my brother, Tom. They both attended Wilson, Jardine, and South. Tom was in my brother's carpool to Jardine; I remember my mother driving them to school. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Deb Barrett

March 14, 2012

Dalene,
I am so sorry to hear about Tom. The one time that I met Tom was at your parent's home and he and your dad were tinkering around the yard. My first impression of him was what a kind man, just like your dad. I can just picture your mom and dad greeting Tom when he entered into Heaven and that thought is so comforting. Love you.

March 13, 2012

Dalane, Doug and I are so saddened to hear the news about Tom. Our prayers are with you and your family. Sherry Howard

Jim Paul

March 13, 2012

Just heard about Tommy's death and I am stunned! I Saw him in Newkirk casino about a year ago, we talked laughed for an hour or so. I emailed him after I got word that he might be sick, telling him that we would eat breakfast next time he came to Wichita! Tommy and I went to Wilson Elementary, Jardine and South! He got me hired at TG&Y. He stayed (rest is History) and I went to college. Tommy, I all the guys played all summers at Wilson playground. having fun and hanging out. My dad got us jobs as baseball shaggers at lawrence stadium in the summers. Tom, Kelly, all of the guys living in South City were close... The great memories I have of all the guys playing and growing up together.I will miss Tommy. I remember Tommy Bringing over his new Album, Jimmy Hendrick "Are you experienced" Tommy love Hendix and I never heard of him! I had to go buy one too! We listened to it in my house over and over on my sisters stereo. Truely a life long friend. I was happy about his success. and will miss him even though he lived far away.

Earlyn Scott

March 13, 2012

dalene, i am becky saunders sister, she just told me about your wonderful husband. i am so saddened to hear of your loss. my prayers are with you and your family

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