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Thomas Joseph Follman
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Thomas Joseph Follman, 74, of Orlando, Florida, passed away on April 13, 2025.
Tom was born on October 20, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio, the eldest son of William (deceased) and Margaret (Kraft) Follman (deceased).
Tom graduated from Lakewood High School in 1968, joined the US Air Force, and served as an HVAC specialist until honorably discharged in 1973.
Tom especially loved fishing, car racing, and keeping up with his favorite sports teams, especially the Cleveland Guardians and Cleveland Browns.
Tom was a member of The Fraternal Order of Eagles, enjoying many years as a member at Aerie 3643 in Orlando, Florida.
Tom is survived by his daughter Karen (Follman) Burns (husband Kurt); grandson Gibson; son Thomas (wife Laura); brother David; sister Mary Jane (Follman) Ostrowski (husband John); nieces, and cousins. He will be remembered and missed by many friends.
Interment will be at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery at a later date.
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