Thomas W. Cartwright

Thomas Cartwright Obituary

Thomas W. Cartwright, 63, of Leawood, KS, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2003, at St. Luke's Hospital after a brave fight with cancer. Visitation was at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 100 E. Red Bridge Rd., Kansas City, MO, from 7-9 p.m. on Friday, December 26, 2003. Funeral services will be Saturday, December 27, at 11 a.m., also at St. Peter's Episcopal Church. Tom was born October 31, 1940, to William F. and Jessie M. Cartwright. Tom was an inspiration and role model for all that knew him. He was generous with those in need and was a source of strength to his family and friends. In high school, Tom played on the Southeast High School Football team as a guard and was a member of the interscholastic all-star team. Tom enjoyed traveling, reading and playing golf. He belonged to Blue Hills Country Club and served on its Board for many years where he made lifelong friends. In 1980, Tom founded American World Forwarders, an international shipping company. He was a pioneer in the shipping industry and held various positions with the household good forwarding associations. Tom was also a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity at the University of Missouri and served as pledge class president. He was an active fundraiser and supporter of the American Heart Association and a member of the Jackson County Bicentennial Board. Tom was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, William F. Cartwright, Jr., and John Patrick Cartwright; and his brother-in-law, Kenneth Peck. He is survived by his loving wife, Judy Cartwright; his daughters and sons-inlaw, Leslie and Raymond Gorman, Jr., and Megan and Stephen Thornberry; his stepdaughter, Tracey Seiger; and mother-in-law, Marie Fox. He is also survived by his brother, Michael Cartwright and wife, Roma; his sisters, Colleen Peck, Vivian Ward and husband, Francis, and Corriene Johnson and husband, William; sister-in-law, Dixie Cartwright Curry; and grandchildren, Alexandra, Hayley and Caroline Gorman; and many nieces, nephews and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Thomas Cartwright to The Cancer Institute Foundation, c/o TCI Donations, P.O. Box 413035, Kansas City, MO 64141, or the American Heart Association. (Arrangements: Cremation Society of Kansas and Missouri, 8837 Roe Ave., Prairie Village, KS 66207, 913-3839888)

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Published by Kansas City Star from Dec. 25 to Dec. 27, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Cartwright

9 Entries

Patricia Trotter Pazdral

December 29, 2003

I shall always remember Tom as smiling, even when high school days were rough. He encouraged us all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sue Baker Thorsen

December 28, 2003

Judy,

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through the next few months. I'll treasure the time we spent at the class reunions and Tom will always be in our hearts.

Timothy ward

December 26, 2003

Uncle Tom, will always be a giant of a man in my eyes, his force to get things done, and his heart of gold. Tom put his family and friends first. I remember him telling me about the game he honor Golf his victories and loses. Those bright blue Irish eyes that could look right thought you , and his gift of gabe, the competitive nature of him.

Tim Ward

Larry Magill

December 26, 2003

To Judy and Mike: In June of this year, I was both inspired and honored to express, in writing, words of encouragement to Tom, as he struggled with his illness. Now, I take the loss of Tom, as further inspiration to emulate his calm courage in the face of extreme adversity. God bless you both, as we savor the knowledge that Tom will never be forgotten as an inspiration to us all.

Larry Magill

Amy Ward

December 25, 2003

Uncle Tom's family and friends-Tom and his amazing amount of energy will be greatly missed. I'm pretty sure one year on Christmas Eve, Santa kind of looked like Tom if you know what I mean. (Wink, wink) Here's to an old Mizzou tiger who lived life with exuberance! May you be in the Lord's peace now and that comfort extend to your loved ones. With all my love and lots of kisses, Amy

patty rocha

December 25, 2003

To Vivian and Bob so very sorry for your loss.We will keep you in our prayers.

Sincerly Patty Rocha

Pamela Montez

December 25, 2003

Judy,

I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband Tom. The love and support that was shown by you truly is a testament to your love for Tom.

I know your pain is immense and will seem unbearable. There are no words that can express your sorrow, therefore it is hard to find words to comfort you.

I do pray that you can find comfort in knowing how much Tom loved and adored you. It was obvious when the two of you where together.

Aunt Alice and Leon had kept me updated on Tom. If it can be of any comfort please know that Aunt Alice and I prayed for both Tom and you many times, often over the phone. I know that Leon loved Tom like a brother and that Tom will be sorely missed by him.

Rest assured that our prayers will continue without cease. I ask the Lord to hold you in His arms and that you feel His presence.

I know that your circle of family and friends will surround you with both love and support. Even though it seems impossible, allow them to help you carry your heartache and pain.

May the Lord both bless and keep you In His care.

In His Love,

Pamela Montez

Bud Redmon

December 25, 2003

Tom was always uplifting and an inspiration.Though he has progressed on; his memory and spirit will forever be instilled in those he loved and befriended. Bud Redmon SE '58

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