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Larry Boutwell
October 21, 2022
Our lifes have flown by . It is with Sadness that your husband passed at a young age . May you be with your Family for many years to come . Our Love is yours .
Jennifer Coletti (Dalrymple)
September 10, 2020
I have just heard about Toms passing, and although I do not personally know your family, I’ve lived in Bedford my whole life and remember the kids in the family thanks to McKelvie yearbooks. I am also a runstreaker—only 4.5 years in—and this tragedy breaks my heart. Please know the runstreak group on Facebook is sending their love and support during this difficult time. Tom is inspiring us all to keep running!!
Claire Norfolk
September 9, 2020
My sympathies to you, Linda and your family for the sad news and loss of your loved one.
Merridee & Dan Pavlenko
September 5, 2020
Linda, Tom, Danny and Matt, Our Deepest condolences for the loss of your wonderful loving husband LInda and a great dad to his son's and granddad to the grand children. Our visits were way to short when we came back east, thou our visits were always wonderful doing catch up time. Spending time together and sharing in the news. My bro Tom had a wonderful gift of humor, and a smile that keeps everyone in the spirit of passing it on. Our passion for the "Red Sox" was given to us our dad taking us to FenWAy Park each summer and afterwards eating at Fishing Men's . We enjoyed his humor "You just can't get there from here". His love of life, family and friends and the memories we shared will forever remain with us.Again our Love to each of you and our deepest condolences. Our Love and Prayers go forth--Merridee and Dan ( or as Tom, would call me, "Semi sister"
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Steven Hojlo
September 1, 2020
Linda, Tom, Danny and Matt,
My deepest sympathies on Tom's passing. He was an absolutely incredible man and I am proud to have known him for a great portion of my life. Be it the times I was fortunate enough to be at your home or during fantasy football season, he always brought I smile to my face and undoubtedly to anyone who met him. All my love,
Steve Hojlo
James Langley
September 1, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear this news and send my deepest condolences. I was on the cross country team with Tom at Concord High School. When Tom won the State and New England championship races helping CHS win, it was an incredible inspiration for everyone on the team. It taught us to believe in ourselves and that anything is possible. It was a lesson that I (and I'm sure our other teammates, too) benefited from throughout life. Thank you Tom for giving us that wonderful gift, and RIP.
Laurie Gill
September 1, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful person. I knew Tom long ago when he went to Plymouth State and later at the road races. He was always so sincere and thoughtful and always had a smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Lucille Pepin
September 1, 2020
I would like to offer my condolences Linda to you and your family. I remember Tom coming to pick up your son at daycare with the Pepsi truck. He was always smiling and courteous. Tom was a wonderful person and will be missed by all.
Kathy Thorpe Haddock
September 1, 2020
Mrs. Atherton, I would like to offer my condolences on the passing of Tom. The Athertons were our neighbors while I was growing up in Concord. A memory I have of Tom is that he once found a cat and gave it to me as my first pet. I was probably 5 or 6 and Tom was 12 or 13 at the time but I still fondly remember that small gesture of kindness. He was always nice to us "little kids" in the neighborhood. These memories have stayed with me for all of these years. Your family will be in my prayers.
Nick Caprio
September 1, 2020
Very sorry to hear about Toms passing we met when he came to Wilmington Pepsi and being two of the older guys we hit it off right away Tom and I would talk at 530 in the morning and a lot of times on our long rides home and always about family and life and what we would do later in life I can only say how sorry I am for his passing To his family he was one of the best men I have ever met
Rick & Carol Ward
September 1, 2020
In 1990 my family and I relocated from out of state to Bedford, N.H. Tom was one of my first aquantances. He became a good friend during the eight years we lived in Bedford convincing me to become a runner. We enjoyed many runs that were always filled with laughs prompted by his " unique" humor. We moved out of state in 1998. Tom remained a great friend with frequent communications right up to the day before his accident. I wil miss Tom, his jokes, kindness and his listening ear and just good old fashion fun. He always took the time to talk with my wife Carol and always asked about our three sons and their families, while keeping us up to date with his three sons as well. His dedication to family, friends and his employer's Pepsi brand was remarkable!!
Charlotte Ferris
August 31, 2020
Sorry Linda and his kids and grandkids my Dads good friend from Pepsi RIP Tom
Andy Vogt
August 31, 2020
Sorry to receive such sad news. We were teammates and friends at both CHS and PSC. Certainly a good guy that will be greatly missed. My sympathy to Linda and their family.
Debbie Charest
August 31, 2020
Linda, Tommy, Danny, and Matt - words just can't express how sorry I am this happened to such a great, thoughtful guy. Just so unexpected. He just had that infectious smile that added to his super personality! He loved you all so much and was a great family man. He bled Pepsi and was one of the most dedicated employees. I will truly miss him. Rest in peace my friend.
joan smith
August 31, 2020
Sorry to about the passing of Tom we first met tom on Pleasant Lake in Deerfield back in the 1960's my 2 older sisters & I with our parents rented a camp every summer all summer long on the opposite side of the lake near the Cicchetto's so how we first met tom was when he would deliver the concord monitor by boat and he would help out our mom a lot he would drive her too the chit chat laundry mat down on route 107 so she could do our laundry when dad had to still work at times he was an airline pilot with pan am he would have to drive back home every once in Massachusetts so we were every once in a while with out the car while our dad was away flying our dad would even pay tom extra for his help . so my condolences go out to the Atherton family ! joan MacNeil Smith
Gary & Nancy (Sullivan) Stewart
August 31, 2020
There are few we meet, in a whole lifetime, that are of the quality of a Tom Atherton. There are few words that will do him justice here. We can only offer heartfelt sympathies to Linda, Scott, and the entire Atherton family, and that they will know how sorry we are to hear this tragic news. Great times were had at my parents house when we were growing up, when Tom stopped in. I taught him how to blow bubbles with baseball bubble gum while we all watched a movie (not a scary one!). He was so good about visiting with my mom and dad, and how they loved him! We saw Tom for a nice visit at Pleasant Lake a month ago. And now this. Love you, Tom and Linda. ❤
Tina Cook Chuck Walker
August 31, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Atherton family at this tragic time. I know now is a dark and depressing time but just hold all those happy memories in you hearts to help you. Sending prayers and hugs for peace and calm. Tina and Chuck
Candy Roux-Goyette
August 31, 2020
I can't tell you, Linda, Matt, Tommy and Danny, the profound sadness I feel after just learning of Tom's death. Although I haven't seen any of you for years, I will always remember the warm, welcoming feeling I always felt around all of you. The one thing that stands out so much in my heart was when Tom was my son, Jay's, Little League coach. Jay was having a "tough" year as a little guy, trying to get a hit. Tom never gave up on him, always encouraging him in every way. The day when Jay got his first hit, everyone stood and cheered and Tom gave Jay the game ball. It still brings tears to my eyes thinking of this kind, loving, gesture that meant so much to a little boy. Please know Jay, Jeff and I are thinking of all of you and send our deepest sympathies.
Valerie Perkins
August 31, 2020
I was so sorry to read the newspaper and see Tom's passing. I always enjoyed watching Tommy run in CHS X-Country races at White Park with his mom Elaine. My sincere sympathies to all of you. Barbara Richards.
May we also convey our sympathies to the family. Tom was one of the great CHS athletes of our time. Sincerely, Val(Richards) and Jeff Perkins.
Thomas OReilly
August 31, 2020
I worked with Tom at Pepsi. The very first thing I noticed about Tom was his smile and willingness to help anyone at any time. Although I left shortly after Tom started, We remained friends and always had things to share and laugh about when we ran into each in the following years . He truly was a friend you knew you could count on. He loved his family and community and and will be missed by all who knew him. R.I.P. Thomas.
Neil Ackley
August 31, 2020
Tom was a rival of sorts, a friend for real and a fixture at the annual Luti Race. Every twelve months the conversation would begin "is the streak still going?" until one year the answer was "no" ... and this Sunday's Union Leader news confirmed it. My sincere condolences to Tom's family. When we were young we were blessed to be around some very special people and the influence continues.
Carol Bourque
August 30, 2020
So very sorry to hear the horrible news. He was a very nice man! Our deepest condolences Linda to you and the family. So very sorry for your loss.
Denise Trombly
August 30, 2020
Tom 's sense of humor was especially appreciated by so many. He could always be counted on to work with the Myasthenia Gravis community. The raffles just won't be the same! Sympathy to the family. He was one of the good guys in this world. He will be missed
Penny Abbott
August 30, 2020
Tom was the love of my sister's life, and a devoted husband, father and grandfather. Would that we could have spent more time together; nevertheless we knew we were always in each other's hearts. He was a blessing and inspiration to all who knew him, and left behind a legacy of love and fond memories.
Jeff Palmer
August 30, 2020
Shocked and sorry to hear about the death of Tom. We were both members of the New England support group for myasthenia gravis, and I enjoyed participating and working with him at the meetings. He was always upbeat and funny. My prayers go out to him and his family.
Janice Wiegman
August 30, 2020
OMG so sorry Linda, it's so sad, I will keep you and your family in my prayers, through this devastating time. It's just heart breaking
john sellar
August 30, 2020
Linda, and family,
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you.
Tom will be miss every day, We grew up in Concord and Pleasant Lake.
Speedster you will be missed.
Shawn and Kim Stewart
August 30, 2020
Our condolences to the Atherton family. Tom may you Rest In Peace.
Dennis and Janet Luddy
August 29, 2020
Dennis and I are very deeply Saddened by the passing of Tom. Tom would do anything for anyone. He loved doing things with his family and especially with his grandchildren ! He had many friends and enjoyed being with all of them. Sending hugs, love, and prayers to Linda, Tommy, Danny and Matt and their families.
Barbara Garry
August 29, 2020
Linda and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Tom. My condolences and prayers for the family.
Rick Bateman
August 29, 2020
It was my honor to serve with Tom in Scouts with our sons.
Dick & Darlene Guilbert
August 29, 2020
I worked with Tom for many years at Pepsi, he was a hard worker who you could always count on. I'm so sad to hear of his passing . May God Bless you and your children Linda, I know he is looking down at you from his now eternal life in Heaven.. RIP Tommy
August 29, 2020
I am so deeply saddened to learn of the great loss of Tom. He was for sure nothing less than a stand up guy. We were both worked for Pepsi many years ago. Always warm, kind, friendly, loyal, humble, gentle, sweet and a true gentleman. What touched me most about Tom that always brought the fondest memories of him throughout the years when he came to mind was how devoted he was to care for his mother who was alone. Deepest heartfelt sympathy to Linda and the family.
Glenn Bilodeau
August 29, 2020
Tom was one of the most dedicated person weather at work or personal and I will miss him and that happy face he always wore. God speed my freind. Glenn Bilodeau
Meg Stafford
August 29, 2020
Sending prayers and hugs to the family. I hope you all know how many people loved and respected Tom. He sent me texts to say Happy Thanksgiving/Mothers Day/Christmas.... or even just to check in. No matter how long it had been since we had seen each other, he made me feel like we had just hung out together the week before. I will miss him.
Ed Patterson
August 29, 2020
Our heartfelt condolences to the Atherton family. Tom's infectious smile and dry sense of humor are memories we will cherish forever. He was a dedicated and hard working family man to the core. God bless and rest in peace.
Ed, Mary, and Courtney Patterson
Lindsay Tremblay
August 29, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was the best! Always caring for those around him. Made me feel like I was one of his kids the first time I met him. He is going to be missed. With love and hugs Lindsay Tremblay and Brandy Jackson
Andy Conway
August 29, 2020
Linda, Tommy, Dan, and Matt,
Jim and I are so sad about this. Jim says he sees Tom running almost every morning and yells out to him. Our thoughts and hugs are with you. He was one of "The good guys" for sure.
Mary Mcneill
August 29, 2020
Matt Iam so sorry for your loss your dad was so nice the times I've been around him your wedding the lake he will ne missed by many.Linda my thoughts and prayers are with you all love you all Mary
Ken Williams
August 29, 2020
A true friend to me, my thoughts and prayers are with Linda and their family
Debbie & Ed Sinamark
August 29, 2020
Ed and I are heartbroken for your loss. Tom was a kind, gentle soul who loved his family deeply.
Kristina Provencher
August 29, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Linda and family. Prayers for strength, comfort and healing to you during this very difficult time.
The Provencher Family
Kris, Kristina & Emily
Scott Henderson
August 29, 2020
My parents and Linda's parents were best friends from her Indiana days and we would go to NH to visit occasionally. I'll always remember as a kid, Tom would let me ride along on his Pepsi delivery route. It was fascinating to me when we could swap a warm one for a cold one, . We couldn't get Orange Crush in Indiana then, and I think I drank enough to float a battleship that day! This world hasn't seen many men as good as Tom and he will be missed. Love to all the Atherton and Durell families.
Paul & Roxanne Gosselin
August 29, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the Atherton family.
Bruce and Lynda Sellar
August 29, 2020
I grew up with Tommy, aka Tommy Speedster, at the lake. Always a hard worker and such a gentle soul. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our deep sympathies to his family.
Bob Souza
August 28, 2020
Tom was a friendly, outgoing regular guy involved in his kids education and sports and a loving husband.
Bob Proulx
August 28, 2020
A better friend you’ll never find. I’ll miss you my friend
Marc Gosselin
August 28, 2020
Tom, RIP dear friend Worked many years with him at Pepsi Will be greatly missed
We are so saddened over Tom's death. How can such a wonderful, loving man be just gone? We saw him only once a year at the Bill Luti 5 Miler, but he was always so happy to greet us and talk for a little while. We will always think of him with that brillia
Angela (Luti) and Bill KLEIN
August 28, 2020
We are so saddened over Tom's death. How can such a wonderful, loving man be just gone? We saw him only once a year at the Bill Luti 5 Miler, but he was always so happy to greet us and talk for a little while. We will always think of him with that brilliant smile and twinkly eyes. Blessings on his family as they start their new life after this huge loss.
Trudy & Butch Tetro
August 28, 2020
Linda, Tommy, Dan and Matt, please know that Butch and I are so very terribly sorry this has happened to your wonderful hubby/dad. Tom was one of the best guys east of the Mississippi. He will be sorely missed by everyone who came into his life. I am willing to help in any way, even if it's just to talk. Love you all xxoo
Steve Burris
August 28, 2020
A wonderful man with a positive outlook that resonated with all who came into contact with Tom. A great runner and part of CHS lore. He always had time for a good word with anyone. Condolences to Tom’s family and his running compatriots as well.
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