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Thomas Deatrick Obituary
Thomas is survived by his three daughters, Elizabeth Deatrick, Angela Hensley and Michelle Cannon; grandchildren, Benjamin Hensley and Miranda Cannon; his surviving sibling, Nancy Jones; and four nephews. Thomas was preceded in death by his siblings, Robert, Georgia, and MaryAnne, and twin brother, Anthony.
Tom was a long-term Shriner, sponsored youth sports events, and traveled internationally. Even in his later years he remained a sauve and dapper man who enjoyed classic cars and gardening.
Tom passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025, after a short battle with leukemia and will be greatly missed by his family, many colleagues, and friends. A remembrance is scheduled from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, December 21, 2025, at his residence. Burial will be private.
Condolences may be sent online at www.kevinbrennanfamily.com
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Don Roberts
December 27, 2025
Tom you are a treasure that will be missed. My brother and I never forgot taking your daughters fishing decades ago and you sharing their success with us. Rest in Peace my friend. Our family wishes yours our deepest condolences
Robert john provo
December 22, 2025
Tom was a good friend and remembered classmate. Always enjoyed his smile and conversations. Was a great commander in Legion of Honor.
Bob Gabler
December 19, 2025
I will certainly miss my good friend. Tom and I were good friends since we were in Junior High-Roosevelt.
Jim Driggers
December 19, 2025
Tom has been a friend for many years and have been a member of many societies that we belonged to together. I will miss our interesting conversations we had all the time with the Chamber of Commerce.
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