Thomas Deshane Obituary
Tom was born June 12, 1962 in Massena, the son of the late Delbert and Marion (Ellsworth) Deshane. He was raised in Brasher and attended St. Lawrence Central School. Tom worked for a time at Tru-Stitch, Hills Department Store, Ames, and most recently Home Depot. He enjoyed maintaining his lawn, puttering and fixing things – especially small engines, hunting, and cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren.
Tom is survived by his longtime companion, Linda; his children, Faith Joy Deshane (Roger Smith) of North Lawrence, Brandy Lynn Deshane (Henry Giasson) of New Hampshire, Brittany Lee (Joshua) Locy of Massena, and Derek James (Jennifer) Deshane of Brasher Falls; his grandchildren, Kylie, William, Jared, Chase, Connor, Aubrey, Emma, Wyatt, and Waverly; and a great grandson, Wesley.
Also surviving Tom are his siblings, Kaylene (Ed) Villnave, Rhonda Perrin, Darlene (Bob) Briggs, Ronnie (Linda) Deshane, Terry (Christine) Deshane, and Elvis (Shannon) Deshane; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a daughter, Sarah Marie Deshane; his sisters, Patsy Henderson, Janet LaPrade, Valorie Deshane, and Joyce Ward; and his brothers, Gary and Bruce Deshane.
At at his request there will be no services.
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