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Cynthia Stavish
December 15, 2016
Dear Linda & family,
I only recently found out about Tom's passing. I worked with Tom in the cardiac intensive care unit at St. Joe's for five years. I was in the Army for six years so Tom & I always spent hours talking whenever I worked the day shift. He was a wonderful man and a great and caring nurse. I will always miss him, but the time we spent together will always keep him living in my heart and mind. Rest In Peace my friend!
October 15, 2015
I only found out recently that our friend had passed away. Tom will always be a treasured gift to our family and we will never forget his loyalty and generosity. It was and always will be a great honor to call him a friend of our family. It is with a heavy heart that I express my deep gratitude to Linda and the kids for sharing your husband and father with us all.....he has left a permanent mark on our hearts.
Diana Schiffler (Broshears)
January 17, 2014
Semper Fi, Marine! I will miss seeing you run carrying the flag. You were not only a patriot, but a South Saint Paul icon. I think multiple generations of us remember seeing you make the beat daily carrying the colors, and running all the way. Truly, it was an honor and a privilege to have known you.
Maria Struve
January 17, 2014
I have many fond memories of Tom from living a few houses down the street. He was a blessing to all those who had the pleasure of knowing him. My condolences, Maria
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January 14, 2014
I also went to nursing school with Tom in 1970, worked with him at Divine. Ran the same TCM when he came in with the flag.There is nothing more I can add that hasn't been said. It was my pleasure to have even known this man!
Kathy Lucivansky Sicard
Beth Leahy
January 12, 2014
Mrs.Schepers,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. I remember growing up as a kid and seeing him running in the area holding his flag. I thought it was so cool and I would ask my parents to honk the horn and get so excited cause I knew who he was. I hope all the wonderful memories will help you and your family get through these next days, weeks and months. Sending my prayers. Love, Beth Leahy
January 12, 2014
You will be missed at TCM. Bless you for all you have completed. Leroy Stanislowski>
Win F. Gordon
January 11, 2014
Farewell Marine. Semper Fidelis.
Erin Caroline
January 11, 2014
If the Army and the Navy
Ever look on Heaven's scenes,
They will find the streets are guarded
By United States Marines....Semper Fi, rest easy!
John Gavnik
January 10, 2014
Rest in Peace Marine, Thank you for your service, sacrifice and heroism. Semper Fidelis!
Carole and Gary Topp
January 10, 2014
Dear Linda and family, We were saddened to read the news of Tom's passing. Such an inspirational man, but you all already knew that. Our deepest sympathies. The Topp family
Elizabeth West
January 10, 2014
Deepest sympathies to your family. Tom helped my brother, a fellow Marine /Corps Vietnam Veteran, when he was hospitalized at St Joseph's Hospital, giving me a list of names to call to assist him in every way in his battle with brain and lung cancer. My everlasting appreciation for Tom's instant interest and knowledge of the system. Bless your soul, Tom.
Laurie Agrimson
January 10, 2014
Dear Linda and family,
My deepest condolences are with you in the loss of your precious husband. Tom was a good man, and a great nurse as well as example to others of how to live. I missed him when he retired from St Joes and now I will miss him eternally. May God comfort all of you as we keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim Schnoor & Family
January 10, 2014
May he rest in peace and our sincerest sympathies to the surviving family.
David Beecham
January 10, 2014
I was a paramedic at Divine Redeemer and I got to know Tom and a small bit of his story. Hero? You bet he was! His heroism in Vietnam goes without saying. As well though, he was an everyday hero to his patients, his family, and his friends. He eulogized my friend Mike Hall, a fellow Vietnam Veteran and unsung hero, and did a superb job. I'll never forget his eloquence. As a Vietnam-era veteran, I salute Tom. As a human being I long to emulate him.
Beech
Connie Siebers
January 9, 2014
Tom & I worked at Divine Redeemer together. He knew how to cheer up the patients. I read the draft to the book he wrote about Vietnam. He was a true American hero.
January 9, 2014
Rip sir.
Nancy and Erik Ramsted
January 9, 2014
Our sincere sympathy to Matt and his family during this most difficult time. Matt, I remember you talking about your dad with great pride. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mel Behnen
January 9, 2014
Dear Linda and Family
We got the Sad report of Toms passing and you are all in our thoughts and prayers during these trying times.
We were Blessed to have been a Support Vehicle for 3 days across central Wisconsin as he made his way to Great Lakes Naval Hospital and the friendship continued to grow over the years. I last visited Tom on Dec 16th , the day before we left for the Valley of the Sun for winter . We also will miss Him, a dedicated Veteran and Hero,
Bernice and Mel Behnen
January 9, 2014
to a dear friend may your dad dance in heavenmay you get that smile back as soon as possible miss you at softball jen may your joyful self come back also your base coach and scorekeeper wally your dad was running a couple times he was there to watch you play celebrate your dads life wally Kelsey
Mel Behnen
January 9, 2014
Linda and Family
We rec'd the sad news of Toms passing. I visited him again on Dec 16, the day before we left to our winter stay in Sun City, AZ
From the days we spent as a Support Vehicle on Toms run to Great Lakes Hospital, we got to know a very dedicated Veteran and kind man and Special Friend .
Our hearts are heavy for all of you and You will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all during these trying times
Bernice and Mel Behnen
Donna Lancaster
January 9, 2014
So, so sorry for your loss. When I worked with Tom in ICU at St. Joes, he would always say "this man is a VIP" when one of our patients was a veteran. My Dad was a vet also and was fun to share stories with him. I miss him and his Marine coffee mug. Take care.
January 9, 2014
Linda and Family,
Joe and I are thinking of you and your family and send our deepest sympathy. Tom was a wonderful person and I feel so blessed to have known him. I am thankful our girls became friends in school so we got to know each others families.
Love,
Cleone & Joe SSP / Arizona
Agma & Scott Bergmann
January 9, 2014
Dear Linda and family: our sincere sympathy to you all on your big loss. Our family have great respect and loved seeing him running thru South Saint Paul, carrying the USA flag, MIA and POW flags, as well. Not to mentioned, his beloved German shepard dog next to him. In a strange way, it gave us comfort seeing him doing this because he was a man that had to express himself in the best way he could and did! We both worked at Divine Redeemer Hospital; me in the lab and later, here at St Joe's Hospital. Always great seeing him at work or jogging/running. may God give you all peace and comfort. He is now resting with our lord.
January 9, 2014
Linda,our sincere sympathy goes out to you and your family. Tom's courage and love of country will keep us all aware of the deep commitment Tom had for the American Flag and what it means to us all. We all enjoyed Tom at our Polar Boy Luncheons, and will remember the stories, he told. We will be Honoring the veterans at our 50th Class reunion in August, Tom will be at the Top of the list! North St Paul Class of 1964. Roger Ader & Classmates
Patti Buss
January 9, 2014
Dear Schepers Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Tom was one of my dad's primary nurses in the St. Joseph's ICU during a several week stay in 2007 - 2008. He was wonderful to my dad - my dad always had great things to say about their conversations. I appreciated all the care and support that Tom gave to me and my family members. He was a wonderful caring nurse. I will never forget his compassion for his patients. My good memories bring you comfort as you adjust to his absence from this planet.
Sean Kennedy
January 9, 2014
Tom was my aunt's final nurse at St. Joseph a few years ago. He was a real blessing to her and the family. I'll always be grateful for my conversations w/Tom along the TCM route.
To Joe, Harriet, and all Tom's family, my condolences to you.
Stefni Westphal
January 8, 2014
Linda and Family, Sincere sympathy to you all with the loss of your beloved husband and father. He lived his life heroically with dedication of mind, body, spirit and heart. He touched the lives of so many throughout his own too short life. My heart goes out to you all during this difficult time.
January 8, 2014
Tom and I worked at Divine. Of course there are many stories to be told. Tom always was thinking of the patients needs first. A great person to have as a friend. Irene Syverson
Diane and Tom Peine
January 8, 2014
We are very sorry to hear about Tom's passing. Tom was an exemplary man. His courage and faithfulness to his country will never be forgotten. We will remember his funny Christmas cards, his great tour he gave us of your unique home, his passion for nursing and running, his gift of gab, his laughter, his smile, and his strong love for his family. We are blessed to have known him.
I miss teaching with you, Linda! Prayers are with your family!
Janet Humphrey
January 8, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's death. Tom and I worked in adjoining units at St. Joe's Hospital. He was so kind to our patients and could be so funny. His experiences in the Marines wove their way through his life. He once told me he had no idea what to do for a career after his Marine service. As he thought about it, he realized he had a lot of admiration for all the nurses and medics who had taken care of him when he was wounded so concluded that that would be a good thing to do. Tom was at or near the top of the seniority roster with all the double shifts he worked. Ask me or some of his other friends about the infamous triple shift when he was at Divine Redeemer. Tom worked hard so that St. Joe's might have a U.S. and POW/MIA flag on our campus where it can be seen from the freeway, and I'll always think of Tom when I see it waving in the breeze. Thanks, Tom, for being the kind and friendly person you were and are. I am so thankful to have had the chance to work with you.
January 8, 2014
Tom, You are gone from this earth, but you will never be forgotten. From 1970 at ASN to the last time I saw you running outside the Metrodome raising money for the Korean War Memorial, you were something really special. God bless your family and God bless your soul. W. C. Moore, Sgt, USMC
Mary and Tim Boyd
January 8, 2014
Dearest Linda, Melissa, Jennifer, Mathew, and my cousins Jim, Joe & Margie,
I am so deeply sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I will always cherish the memories of Tom…The family picnics at Silver Lake, the 100's of blue balls Tom dumped on the basement floor at the house on 19th in NSP, the visit we made to see him at Great Lakes Naval Hospital after his heroism in Vietnam, the “fun” Christmas letters, and the US flag flying through the traffic being commanded by Tom! We will miss him terribly, but the memories and laughter he created for all of us will make him live in our hearts forever.
Love,
Cousin Mary
January 8, 2014
Tom Schepers was a Great American Marine.
He exemplified the Marine Corps Motto
"Semper Fidelis" (Always Faithful) He ran with the American flag every day he could to Honor his Family,Veterans, Active Military, Nat. Guard, and Reserves for the sacrifices they made in serving America. He was a Wounded Warrior who never gave into his wounds.
He never quit his Mission. He Completed it and now he is at rest.
Tom was one of the finest Men and Veteran I have had the privilege to know.
Jerry Kyser-Vietnam Veteran and Honor Flight Twin Cities, Director
January 8, 2014
Dearest Linda, Melissa, Jennifer, Mathew, and my cousins Jim, Joe & Margie,
I am so deeply sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I will always cherish the memories of Tom…The family picnics at Silver Lake, the 100's of blue balls Tom dumped on the basement floor at the house on 19th in NSP, the visit we made to see him at Great Lakes Naval Hospital after his heroism in Vietnam, his “fun” Christmas letters, and the US flag flying through the traffic being commanded by Tom! We will miss him terribly, but the memories and laughter he created for all of us will make him live in our hearts forever.
Love,
Cousin Mary
Tim & Mary Boyd
JERRY KYSER
January 8, 2014
Tom Schepers was a GREAT MARINE and a True American Hero. He exemplified the Marine Corps Motto "Semper Fidelis" (Always Faithful) He ran every day with the AMERICAN FLAG to Honored all Veterans, Active Military, Nat. Guard, Reserves and their Families for their sacrifices. It hurts deeply to loose a Fellow Warrior and Friend as Tom was to US. He was Simply one of the Finest Men I have had the privilege to know.
Jerry Kyser-Vietnam Vet, Honor Flight Twin Cities Director
James Lopez
January 8, 2014
I met Tom through my cousin Mike Strand. I never met a nicer person.So sorry to hear of his passing.
Brad Dosch
January 8, 2014
At ease, soldier...at ease.
January 8, 2014
On behalf of the Dept military order of the purpleheart we offer are prayers to the familey,Tom was agreat hero to are country.Past Cmder of the dept of mn MOPH..Mark A.Browne
Darla
January 8, 2014
Linda, Missy, Jen, and Matt ,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Tom. I have so many wonderful memories of Tom from when I was young and at your house weekly :-).
Tom always knew how to crack a joke and make the best out of any situation. Tom had PASSION for life and I really looked up to him. Everyone is in my thoughts and prayers.
Jack and Kathy Zilliox
January 8, 2014
Our hearts are saddened by the loss of Tom. Every step on every road he ran for MIA's and Veterans will never be forgotten. God Bless.
Marilyn Bonngard
January 8, 2014
I am so sad about Tom's passing. I went to Ancher with him and I have many happy memories of that time. I also had the pleasure of working with him for many years at Joe's. He was a special person and I am better for knowing him Marilyn Bonngard
victoria leichliter
January 8, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I still vision Tom holding that marine coffee mug at work. If that mug could talk, we all have a great laugh. Tom truely was a hero and fantastic person. He enriched every life he touched. God speed.
Mary Jo Pechacek
January 8, 2014
I have great recent memory of Tom, he attended the Ancker Schooll of Nursing 40th class reunion in July, he shared wonderful memories and stories, he was a great person, I am so sorry for the loss. My sincere condolences.
Lindy Teiken
January 8, 2014
Tom taught me so many things about life, legacy, strength, bravery,honor and nursing He was a wonderful coworker and friend. I always think about him when I see a POW/MIA flag and I'm sure that'll never change. Truly sorrowful for your loss.
Carol & Jim Buettner
January 8, 2014
We are so sorry that we lost Tom. The memories of him will live on in all of our hearts forever. Lots of Hugs to all of you. Cousin Carol
Judy Johnson
January 8, 2014
Linda & Family, I am so saddened to read of the death of Tom. My parents (Sylvester & Amelia Ricker) always had fond memories of working with him at Divine Redeemer. Now they can all talk about old times together in heaven. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob Bultinck
January 8, 2014
The vision of Mr. Scheppers running the streets of So. St. Paul with the Flag is forever burned in my mind! Semper Fi to a brother in arms!
Marge Quirk-Vitally
January 8, 2014
Linda and Family
I'm so saddened to hear of Tom's passing. I have alot of great memories of working with him both at Divine and St Joes ...There will never be anyone to fill his shoes.
He totally was a fabulous man, husband ,Father ,Nurse,and Friend. He will so be missed by everyone he touched...I will never forget him.
Julie Jagunich-Carlson
January 8, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
Jaimie Bahl
January 8, 2014
I first saw Tom in 2004 when attending ceremonies for Memorial Day & Veterans Day. Immediately he was an inspiration even without knowing his story. He was always such a pleasure to talk to & I always looked for him each year. He will be missed. May he rest in peace & our condolences to all who knew and loved Tom. VFW 7th District Commander - Jaimie Bahl
Rita
January 8, 2014
Sweet Linda and Family~ You have my heartfelt sympathy. Tom was one of a kind. I always cracked up laughing at the Christmas letter he'd send out. I wish there were words to comfort you. Only thing that comes to mind is you have ton's of memories....keep them close to your heart..Tom will always be there smiling down at you, the kids and family. Cousin Tom, you will be missed!
John Blake
January 8, 2014
Thank you, Tom, for all you have done to serve our country and its veterans. You were an inspiration and a friend to every Minnesota Vietnam War veteran.
January 8, 2014
Tom Schepers was Real American Hero…. Tom, as some of you know, was a Vietnam Veteran that was so severely wounded in Combat, that they thought he would never walk…. Much less survive his wounds. Instead, Tom overcame his wounds to not only walk…. But, to RUN! He ran cross country for the both the Korean and World War II Memorials. While he was working at St. Joseph's Hospital, he would make the daily rounds of ALL the Veterans Memorials on the grounds of the Minnesota State Capitol. Everyday, between 4:30 and 5:30 PM, Tom would carry the American Flag and POW Flag and run to each Memorial to pay his respects…. A TRULY HERORIC TRIBUTE!!!
So many times, we take things for ‘granted'… Tom, like so many of our ‘quiet' Heroes --- has gone Home… to be with our other Fallen Heroes….
On behalf of the Department of Minnesota, VFW, we offer our Prayers to Tom's Family and we THANK YOU for allowing him to SERVE Our Nation and its Veterans.
Jim Hesselgrave, State VFW Adjutant Quartermaster
judy fischer
January 8, 2014
I am sorry to learn of the loss of Tom. It was apleasure to work with Tom at St.Joseph hospital and his patients loved him dearly too. My memory of him with the briefcase and ducttape coming in the moring. Always telling me ducttape could fix anything.You will be missed but your service will live on forever.
Michelle Thompson
January 7, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you Jen and your family thru this very sad time. Cherish & keep memories of him close to your hearts to give you the strength to heal.
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