Thomas Gerald "Tom" Eberhard

Thomas Gerald "Tom" Eberhard obituary, Cincinnati, OH

Thomas Gerald "Tom" Eberhard

Thomas Eberhard Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 2, 2023.
Thomas Gerald Eberhard, known to his loved ones as Tom, passed away on September 26, 2023, in Cincinnati, Ohio, at the age of 85. Born on July 15, 1938, in Cincinnati, Tom was a beloved member of his community who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Tom was a truly giving man, known for his compassion, generosity, and quick wit. He had a remarkable ability to bring smiles to the faces of those around him with his sense of humor. Tom was not only a fantastic friend, but also a loving brother, husband, uncle, father, and grandpa (Tutu) to his fortunate family members.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Diane Eberhard, sister Jacque Shear (Doug Shear), and his loving daughters, Lisa Eberhard Pugh (Armour Pugh), Dana Eberhard Kelley (Brian Kelley), and Hallie Eberhard (Kurt Searer). He is also survived by his cousin, John Spooner (and the late Eydie Spooner); his nieces and nephews Kevin Shear, Heather Wilson, Linda Santiago, Jim Powers, Chris Powers, James Powers, Keith Powers, and Alexander Powers. Tom will be fondly remembered by his adoring grandchildren, Lauren Dowrey, Hannah Dowrey, Sophie Dowrey, Jake Tufts, Ryan Tufts, Emma Kelley, and Rohan Kelley.

Tom attended and later taught at Cincinnati Country Day School. He graduated from Maryville College in 1960, where he pursued higher education and was a founding member of the "KT Group" for alumni. He valued learning and embraced the opportunities his education provided him. Later, he owned his own printing business, was a Kiwanis member, and a Sycamore Township Trustee.

Tom's family would like to recognize and thank his loving nurse, Theresa Schoonover and her entire family, who made the last few years of Tom's life incredibly special.

The family would also like to thank Sycamore Presbyterian Church, where he and his wife were active members. Tom's memory will be cherished by his family and friends, who will forever remember him as a kind and loving individual.

For those who wish to pay their respects and honor Tom's memory, a gathering for the celebration of Tom's life will be held at the Synder House in Mason, Ohio on Friday, October 27th from 6-8pm. The Snyder House is located in Cottell Park at 5847 Irwin Simpson Rd, Mason, OH 45040.

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Charles E. Crissman

January 3, 2024

In 1956 I met Tom at Maryville College for the first time. We both joined the Alpha Sigma Fraternity and became lifelong brothers.

In my junior year we became roommates and shared everyday of college for the next 2 years. In September of 1956 we went to the golf course to check out the new freshman girls who wanted to be cheerleaders and were practicing. That day both of us met our wives to be. They asked us to help them with lifts and encouraged us later to try out for cheerleading with them. Tom and I both made the team, but Faye and Dee did not much to their dismay.

I was Tom and Dee's Bestman in their wedding in June 1960 and he was supposed to be mine in December 30, 1960. But they had a bad car accident near Knoxville, Tn on a snowy day and ended up in the hospital. Over the past 63 years we would visit together at college reunions and visited at thanksgiving before we had children.

I just learned this week that Tom had passed away from a college friend and my heart was broken and I was so sorry that I was unable to attend his funeral and pay my regards to Dee and His family. We were both married to our college sweethearts for 63 years this year. I will cherish his memory for the rest of my days and some day we will see each other again in Heaven.

Charles "Criss" Crissman
Class of 1960

Steve Zilles

November 2, 2023

Met Tom and Dee through "KT Week". I am from Ohio and we had a lot to talk about - especially sports. He talked about his time serving as an usher at Reds games and his being graced with singing our National Anthem once.

Both were great to talk with during the week, especially at "The Pharmacy".

He was always covered in dirt and I was covered in sawdust.

Sincere condolences to the Eberhard family. Steve Zilles

John Spooner

October 10, 2023

I'll always remember the wonderful times I spent with my parents and family at Tommy and Dee's house. I can't express how loving and caring he always was to all family members. He left a wonderful legacy in his family and was a mentor in community service. One humorous story I'm sure he would remember was about one day when I was in high school and had missed my bus. I walked over to their house from the high school unannounced to visit and to call my dad. They were surprised to see me at their door, but without question welcomed the unexpected visit. It was wonderful and we spoke about that memory quite a few times over the years.

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