Thomas James "Tom" Huntsinger

Dear Eva,

I just saw the memorial notice. I worked with Tom for a few years and remember his passion for collecting comic books and movies. It was a pleasure to know and work with him.

Eva, I hadn't heard about Tom's passing until I saw the Memorium in the RMN today - a year after his death. My ex-husband, Gary Hoover, worked for you and Tom on many home improvement jobs - I think you supported him for at least 6 months!



I worked with Tom @ CH2M Hill for about 13 years and always enjoyed his sense of humor and his down to earth attitude. He truly was a wonderful human being.



I'm sorry for your loss and pray you find comfort knowing so many people care.

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We were so sorry to learn about Tom's passing away. We who lives in Sweden are distant relatives of Tom.

Tom's ancestories came from Sweden. My grandfathers oldest sister Shopie was grandmother of Lila Huntsinger.

God bless you all in your great mouring and loss.



Lov and prayers from us

JR with family



We have met Lila and Del in Raymond once in 1999, it is an unforgetable

happening in our lifetime.

Eva,

I am truly saddened by Tom's passing. Continue to live & love as you always have.

John, Becky & Zachary Holzwarth

Dear Eva,

You don't know me but I've been friends with Del and Lila for over 20 years.(my husband and I cut their hair). I just heard of this heartbreaking news and wanted you to know that Lila has shared many stories of her children with me over the years. She has described stories so beautifully that it has made an impression on me of what Tom must have been like. Although I have never met him I know that he was a wonderful husband, son, father, grandfather and friend.His parents are so proud of him and her stories always reflected their love for him.



In a certain way I share your loss and my heart goes out to you and your family. You're in my prayers.

Eva --



I was shocked and saddened to hear the news about Tom. I wanted you to know that you have been in my thoughts and prayers a lot over the past few weeks. I hope you can take comfort in knowing that there are many people honoring Tom's memory and wishing you the best in the weeks to come. Take care.

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL STORY. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.

Dear Eva, family & friends: Thank you for sharing your memories of Tom. I did not know, Tom but would have considered it a privilege. I work for Calvert Hospice in Prince Frederick, MD, coordinating their bereavement services. Keep telling Tom's story -- it will help you heal. Please know my prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort you and yours daily, Kay Hilton

We are saddened to learn of Tom's passing. We wish you, and the entire family, all the best during these difficult times. Our national convention is this week in Boston, and we would have anticipated seeing Tom there. We'll miss him very much!



You are in our prayers with hopes of peace and joyful remembrances.

Eva,

My heart is with you. I truly comprehend your loss. Love Nan

Dear Eva:

I was saddened by the unexpected news about Tom's passing away. All the old memories kept coming back, particularly as Tom was assigned to me as a young Resident Engineer on a Cowlitz County, WA, landfill. Already then he has shown original thinking, sense of humor, and a real interest in the work which was somewhat below his actual qualifications.

God bless you and the family. Let him rest in peace.



Otto

Thank you - everyone - for your caring words and prayers. Hearing from you is helping me and the family through the pain of Tom's sudden death and your thoughfulness will always be remembered.



We buried Tom last Tuesday, October 9th. The mass, burial and banquet were full of music and songs from Tom's life, and we did a lot of sharing of memories and stories involving Tom. Oh - the stories - from how he obtained car parts for his GTO (through Midnight Auto Supply), to hiding liquor in the washing machine when the cops raided a party, to trying to explain to Sean (his eldest grandson) the proper names of certain body parts and their uses!



His memory jar is full and the many gorgeous flowers that many of you sent filled the vigil, church and Pittock Mansion with sweet scents. His tie collection was set out for people to keep one as a remembrance. It was great to see folks wearing them - from Kyle (Tom's 3 year old grandson) to the ladies of his high school gang (the Back to the Beach Club). Arnie (childhood friend of 50 years and cohort in pranks never discovered before the Tom and Arnie duo) and Rick (dear friend from high school) gave the eulogies. The charties are grateful for all the donations that are rolling in.



After much exploring, I found the perfect site to lay Tom (or so I thought). Everything he would want...rolling hills, deer, trees on either side, well planned transportation access that allows for various other modes in the future, lots of room, and sunrays at sunset. It wasn't until his actual burial that we discovered that this perfect spot sits among the graves of over 300 nuns! Yes - he's got them all from Sister Alice to Mother Zelda all around him. Many got a chuckle out of this, including Tom's first wife Linda! At the house blessing, a special prayer was offered for those nuns - that they would have plenty of patience with Tom and the ability to withstand his manner of speech and his version of the sign of the cross (spectacles, testicles, wallet and watch!). I just figure that karma was at work here and I can be rest assured that he's being well taken care of....



Other touching moments that we'll always remember include Sean kissing Tom's casket and saying, while waiving, "Bye bye Papa"; the Back To The Beach Gang (all nine of the guys) as pall bearers; Tom's sister using the CH2M Birthday cane, Rusty (Tom's furried friend) attending the burial and playing with all the many children; the absolutely beautiful day (clear skies, warm, full of sunhine); the gorgeous piano music Jody (Tom's duaghter) made throughout the day's sevices; and Amazing Grace played by bagpipes up the hill from Tom's grave.



All of this brings home what is really important...



1. Always take the time to give that hug!



2. There is an afterlife.



3. Taking care of each other is what it is all about. Nothing else compares. Period.



I'm not sure what I'm going to do and will let you know when I know. In the meantime, thank you, be happy, and remember those hugs..



Love,



Eva

Eva,

We are saddened by the news of Toms death. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.

Eva,



I was very sorry to hear about Tom. I had not known Tom for very long, but I had greatly enjoyed the visits we had together. On September 19th, Tom and spent the afternoon together looking at various projects and getting to know each other. It was a sunny and wonderful day. I hope he enjoyed it as much as I did.



Best wishes to you and your family,



Pete Capell

HI Eva, It has been a long time since I last saw you and Tom. I am very sorry to hear of his passing. No doubt he lives on in all of our memories. Both of you are people who create tremendous impact in people's lives. Take care and I wish you the best.

-Tess

Eva,



Dave and I were very sorry to hear about Tom. Although we have been poor correspondents in recent years, you're often in our thoughts. Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Eva,



I am sadened by your loss. Tom was a fine and honorable man. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

EVA,



With our profound condolences to you and your family. We shall always include you and Tom in our prayers. Tom was a truly great guy. I shall missed him.

Dear Eva,



We were so very shocked to hear of Tom's passing. Please know you and the rest of his family are in our thoughts and prayers.



We know he will be so very missed. Please let us know how you are doing.



God bless,



Crystal and Ken

Eva,



Jim and I were so sorry to hear about Tom. Our thoughts are with you and his children. Write when things settle down, would love to hear from you.

Gretchen

Eva B,



Tom always motivated and entertained. He motivated to pursue greater challenges and entertained with his endless stream of stories and jokes. He's one of a kind.



Les, Pat, Shauna, and Benjamin

Eva,



We've always admired you and Tom for the generosity you shared with friends and family. Please accept our condolences for your loss. We'll always remember the happy times.

Eva-

I didn't know Tom well, but he taught me so much--his lifetime perspective on transportation policy over one long lunch date. His wisdom will be greatly missed.



My prayers are with you and your family.

Eva, my thoughts are that you will find comfort in the fact that you spent wonderful moments together which can never be forgotten or erased, my prayers are with you.

Eva:

We want you to know how much Tom will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please call if there is anything we can help with, or if you just want to talk.

Our love always,

Ed& Sharon McCormack

Tom and I became E-Mail friends when he sold me his collection of Spider-Man comics several months ago. It meant a great deal to him that another collector had recieved them. I cherish them even more now than I did then. Tom and I corresponded regularly after that, and I considered him a friend, though we never met in person. My deepest heartfelt sympathies.

Eva,

My thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy are with you...last year I lost my 50 year old aunt. I found some solace in an old chinese poem..."Fish dream of serenity, peace, love and harmony"...things I know Tom and my aunt now dream of...Debra

Eva,



I am in shock! My heart goes out to you! You are in our thoughts and prayers.



Love,



Tom, Joni, and Dawn Ionta

Eva - Thanks for sharing the pitcures of Tom and family with us... they confirm what we already believed.... Tom enjoyed many very happy times with you and the Huntzinger family. He was very proud of you & your family.... I very much appreciated his high value for family... His efforts here at work will benefit us for years to come. Thank you for introducing us to him...



Let us know if you need anything.



Richard, Kelly, Nick, & Devin

Eva

Even though I do not know Tom's children, I did know both of you. My heart and prayers are with you and you family during this time.



Love and support,



Ellen

EVA OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU

Eva,



My prayers and thoughts are with you. The memories of Tom will always be with us. God will take care of you and comfort you at the same time.



Millicent/SFO

Dear Eva--Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers over these very difficult days. It was a privilege to be able to be with you for those hours last Thursday. On behalf of each of the emergency services people who responded to your home, we extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. Please don't hesitate to call if I can be of any assistance to you in these coming weeks. As your friends gather around you today, may you deeply sense that you are loved by them, and by our Lord, who so profoundly demonstrated His personal love for each one. God Bless You, Eva.

Eva,

We can't tell you how sorry we are for your family's loss. Tom was a very fine person and it was an honor to have been included as both "business partners" and as personal friends over the years. He will be greatly missed. Please know that we will always carry a special place in our hearts for you both.



Cindy and Jeff

Eva

I was saddened to learn about Tom when we returned from our trip to Eastern Washington tonight. Tom was a good friend and colleague at CH2M Hill for more than twenty-five years. We worked our way through times of stress and then had great times with fun and laughter. I always new Tom as a very smart person with a strong emphasis on caring for other people. I know he had great love for you and the rest of his family. Tom and I shared some great moments and times and were always helping one another when either of us needed help. Tom was a leader in the transportation industry and will be missed. I know that I will miss him as a friend.

I will be keeping you in my prayers.

Eva, our prayers are with you as you go about celebrating Tom's life and the people's lives you and he touched in so many different ways.



Thanks to Tom, I have long possessed a stress ball that makes the sound of broken glass when it hits a wall (or floor). Lord knows, I have almost worn it out. Tom was there for me throughout my CH2M Hill career--always pushing me to new challenges. Only Tom could have talked me into a 3 year assignment in Chicago..and he was there when times got difficult in the end.



Eva, your rock solid committment to Tom and your positive outlook on life --both its good and poorly dealt hands- is an inspiration to us all. I hope all these notes give you the strength, love, and comfort you need to get through this difficult time. See you tomorrow.

Eva:

May the Lord comfort you and your family. I met Tom at my former job and truly enjoyed his kindness and words of encouragement. Like you both, my husband and I also moved from Colorado to Oregon; Tom and I shared some of the memories of the Mile High City. He spoke of you with great love and pride. You are in my prayers.

Eva -



Know that you're in our thoughts and in our prayers during this difficult time. May you find strength and comfort from your friends and loved ones. We are here for you.



Always -



Elissa

Eva,

My heart goes out to you for this sudden loss of Tom. And I am so sorry that I will only have gotten to known him for such a short period of time.

Aron

Dear Eva,



Our prays and thoughts are with you at this time. Always remember the good time, including "Charlie" the bird.



As Always,



Steve & Madeline

DEAR EVA:



ALTHOUGH WE WON'T BE ABLE TO TRAVEL TO PORTLAND FOR TOM'S SERVICE, PLEASE KNOW THAT --



OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOURS, WE ARE ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU (AS YOU HAVE SO OFTEN BEEN THERE FOR US), AND, MOST IMPORTANTLY, THAT GOD IS ALWAYS THERE FOR ALL OF US. (Psalm 23)



WE LOVE YOU AND HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU, EVA.



LOVE, DAD AND NORMA

Eva,



While I only worked with and knew Tom for a short period of time I felt as though we had connected in a special way. I came to know a man who was immensely proud of his family, his professional accomplishments, and the "smartest woman he knew". I also came to know Tom as a man who was always willing to offer his mentorship and never afraid to seek the expertise of others when he needed to. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. If there is ever anything you need please don’t hesitate to ask.

Eva & Jody:



May you find comfort in the warm thoughts and prayers of the many people who knew Tom.

Eva;

Edie and I are both shocked and saddened by Tom's passing. He was a true friend as well as a business partner. Every time I see a covette, a model car, or a stack of comic books, I'll think of him and smile. Please take care of yourself, lean on friends, and call us anytime. You are in our prayers.

Love, Jack & Edie

Eva:

My heart goes out to you during this incredibly difficult time. You have always been such an inspiration to me. Take care and call next time you're in Denver- I'd love to chat.

Lisa

Dear Eva:

We are deeply saddened by Tom's passing. He will be dearly missed in all our lives. It very difficult to think that he's gone and will not be there to brighten our door step when we need him.

Eva and Family -

I only knew Tom for a short time. In that short time, I met a man that i knew without a doubt loved his family deeply, cared about his friends and co-workers, and made a warm impression on my heart. I pray for comfort and loving memories for you to hold in your heart.

We'll remember Tom. Tom led the effort to improve traffic safety in our neighborhood despite his busy schedule. He understood and liked the kids, and knew how to relate to them. It was fun to talk with him about his collections.



Our sincere sympathy to all Tom's family.

Eva:

I pray that God will strenghten you in this time of loss.

All the best to you and your's.

Dear Friends of Tom,



We can't tell you how much your support and kind words have helped! We look forward to meeting many of you on Tuesday.



Love,



Mark & Jody

You have our deepest sympathy. Tom was a great guy. Let us know if there is anything we can do.

Tom will be missed by all. Rusty included. Tom was the strong silent type but I know that he cared about me. When good people like the both of you came in to my life I was BLESSED. Love Bill

Dear Eva: Both of us are thinking of you and the family & if there is any thing we can do for you, please do not hesitate to call.

No one who ever knew Tom, will forget him. He was an inspiration to so many.

Eva, our thoughts are with you. Let us know if we can be of help.

Stay Happy Eva....



Nick - 8

Eva - We were so sorry to hear about Tom. Our thoughts are with you.



Bruce & Janet

Eva- You know how much we loved both of you (and still do). We are here for you and both of you are in our prayers daily.



God Bless