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Thomas McCartin Obituary
He received excellent and compassionate care from Dr. Michael Kommor and the entire CBC group at Baptist East. He was born July 10, 1937 in Sellersburg, IN to the late Fred and Lorena (Glanville) McCartin. He was a member of Our Lady of Providence High School's founding class of 1955. He completed his Associate Degree at IUS and obtained his real estate license. He worked as owner and president of Tri-Mac Business Forms up until his death. He was a 42 year member of St John's the Baptist Catholic Church and founded their Independence Day parade. He was devoted his entire life to his family and faith. He was an avid golfer and euchre player amongst friends. He was a lifetime member of Cardinal Ritter Council 1221 Knights of Columbus, having earned his 4th Degree, serving as Faithful Navigator, and helped to found the St. John's Council, serving as Grand Knight. He served his country as a U.S. Marine, and was a member of the Marine Corps League and the Floyds Knobs American Legion.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his brothers, Fred McCartin, James McCartin, and Don McCartin; and his sister, Shirley Mull.
Survivors include: wife of 50 years, Rose Marie "Rosie" (Grantz) McCartin ; daughter, Stacy (Chad) McCauley; grandsons, William Thomas McCauley and Samuel James McCauley; brothers, David (Brenda) McCartin and Ronnie (Pam) McCartin; sister, Bonnie (Jerry) Smith; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 2-8 p.m. Monday at Kraft Funeral Service, 708 E. Spring Street, New Albany, IN. His Funeral Mass will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 8310 St. John Rd., Floyds Knobs, IN, with burial to follow in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to: Friends School, 901 Breckenridge Ln., Louisville, KY 40207 or Franciscan Kitchen, 748 S. Preston St., Louisville, KY 40203.
Online condolences may be made to www.kraftfuneralservice.net
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April 24, 2014
Rosie, I just read of Tom's passing tonight. I am so sorry & I know he will be so missed. May God bless you in this time. Pat (Hess) & Don Cummins
Lynn S.
April 12, 2014
What a wonderful man. I'm so sorry to learn of his passing, yet, grateful for his time here and all of the lives that he touched. He is missed and will never be forgotten. My condolences to his beloved family.
charlie Day
April 1, 2014
Rosie I just heard about Tom .I would have come to be with you if I had known. You have our deepest sympathy and prayers. Rosie you know Tom is with God now and that is where we all want to be, May God bless you in this time of your life.
Mark and Lois Barrett
April 1, 2014
Tom was a special man who gave of himself to all he met.
May his memory be eternal!
Praying for God's grace to surround you during this tender time.
Leon & Diane McCauley
March 31, 2014
Tom truly loved his Lord, his family and life and it was apparent everyday. We treasure our times shared together and the beautful memories. God truly blessed us with your Family! We will miss him greatly and now have a guardian angel to watch over us. Rosie, Stacy and Chad our deepest sympathy and love.
March 31, 2014
Dear Rosie and Stacy,
Words cannot express my sadness in Tom's passing. He was such a wonderful man. Rosie, you have been an inspiration to me as a wife and a mother! Stacy, I love you more than words can say, and I am praying for you to find comfort In the outpouring of love everyone had for Tom! You have been an amazing family role model! Love always,
Terri Purichia
March 31, 2014
Thanks for serving our country. Thanks for starting the parade at Starlight, so much fun. Thanks for being a great neighbor. Thanks for being you with that great smile. You will be greatly missed by all.
John & Tricia Eurton
Carl and Sandy Koetter
March 29, 2014
Please know you are all in our hearts and prayers . We are so sorry we can't be with you during this time. Rosie, Stacy, and Chad, our deepest sympathy. Tom
Had a contagious smile we will remember always. Love to all of you. Carl and Sandy Koetter
Bob Breneman
March 29, 2014
Dear Rosie,
I will forever cherish and remember the time I spent with you and Tom so many years ago. I am so sorry to hear about his death.
Jim & Mary Somerville
March 29, 2014
Tom was a wonderful friend and neighbor to us. We enjoyed seeing him go by in his golf cart in the evenings to watch the sunset. We will truly miss him. Rosie, Stacy and family please accept our heartfelt sympathy.
Gina Hall
March 29, 2014
Rosie, Stacy, Chad and family, our prayers are with you. May God carry Tom home to a peaceful place. You all are in our thoughts and prayers!
Love, Grover and Hilda Gardner and Matthew and Gina Hall
Mary Kaye Steckler
March 29, 2014
Dear Rosie, my heart goes out to you and the family. May Tom Rest in Peace. Love, Mary Kaye
March 29, 2014
Thank you for your service to our country. Rest in God's eternal peace. From a grateful American.
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