Dr. Thomas Francis Gulbronson

Dr. Thomas "Tom" Francis Gulbronson, beloved husband father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and child of God, joined his Heavenly Father on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 9:41 PM.
Born March 1, 1942 in Cumberland, MD, he was the son of the late Thomas Rex Gulbronson and Mary Frances (Lantz) Gifford-Kaylor.
He was also preceded in death by a sister, Naomi Souther.
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Tom graduated from Ridgeley High School in 1960. He earned his B.A. from Luther Rice College (1972). Tom then attended Luther Rice Seminary earning his Th.M. (1974), and D.Min. (1976). He studied at Liberty University and earned his M.A.R. (1989). His M.Div. was earned at Luther Rice Seminary (1994). Tom continued his education at Regent University, graduating top in his class with a D. Min. (2001).
In addition, Tom attended the University of the Philippines, West Virginia University, Washington Bible College, and Wesley Theological Seminary. He studied law for two years with LaSalle Extension University.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a Communications Specialist (1960-1964).
His first pastorate was at Loch Lynn Church of God, Loch Lynn, MD, followed by being the Senior Pastor at Laurel Church of God, Laurel, MD (1966-1973). The next church he served was Maranatha Assembly of God, Morgantown, WV (1973-1976). He continued to serve as a Senior Pastor at Calvary Assembly of God, Hampton, VA. (1976-1979), From 1979 to 2002, Tom served at First Assembly of God in Alexandria, VA. In addition to ministering as the church's senior pastor, he was elected Presbyter of the Capital Virginia Section of the Potomac District. During this time, he also served on the Board of Christian Higher Education, Assemblies of God Colleges in Springfield, Missouri. He served on the board of Regent University at the Northern Virginia Campus. While in Alexandria, VA, Tom had a weekly television program, made appearances on the 700 Club television program, and, spoke and ministered to the Washington Redskins, Phoenix Cardinals, and West Virginia University Mountaineers Football teams. He founded Tom Gulbronson Ministries and attended the Barnabas School of Ministry (2002).
Locally, Tom was the Senior Pastor at Springfield Assembly of God from August 2004 to 2018. While in the area, he was Chaplain for the Frankfort High School Football team from 2007-2015. In his "spare time," Tom authored three books, and co-authored an article that was included in the Encyclopedia of Worship.
On June 16,1962, Tom married Bunny Nestor, who became a major partner in his ministry. Tom and Bunny have two sons, Stephen Thomas Gulbronson and wife Joanie, and Paul Andrew Gulbronson and wife Kelly; grandchildren, Michael Gulbronson (Kristin), Jordan Thomas Gulbronson, Jace David Gulbronson, Taylor Stewart (Nick), Christopher Gulbronson, Macy Gulbronson (Thomas), Kaycee Gulbronson, and Nash Gulbronson; great grandchildren, Madyson Gulbronson, London Gulbronson, Addy Stewart, Ryder Stewart, Wyatt Stewart, and Phoenix Killen; siblings, Ronald Gulbronson (Peggy), Denese Cameron (Lester), Peggy Levine, Bill Gulbronson, David Gulbronson (Cindy), step-sisters, Susie Fields and Dorothy Potter, as well as several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will gather at Springfield Assembly of God on Thursday from 4-7 PM and Friday from noon until 1 PM.
The funeral service will be held in church on Friday at 1 PM.
Interment will be in Fort Ashby Cemetery, where military honors will be accorded by Ft. Cumberland Post #13 Veterans Honor Guard.
Memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Assembly of God, P.O. Box 335, Springfield, WV 26763.
Note: Flowers may be sent in Thomas Gulbronson's memory to Springfield Assembly of God on the day of visitation after 1:00 PM.