Thomas Gerald Ogden

Tom was born in Nebraska. At 14 he moved to Arizona,
where he attended and graduated from Thunderbird
High School. He went on to become a well-respected
and talented professional painter, a trade he learned.
from his father. However, he felt a deep calling to
become a first responder and he did so by becoming a
firefighter in the New River, Arizona and Columbia,
Missouri fire departments, where his career of service
spanned over 25 years. Tom also had a creative and
inquisitive mind, which he put to use in developing.
skills that allowed him to perform a variety of
construction and mechanical projects, which he eagerly
performed for family, friends and even strangers.
He was known for having an outgoing personality and
an easy-going attitude and approach to life. Tom could
also be a bit of a jokester and his carefree spirit and
infectious laughter often filled a room with joy.
That joy echoes in our hearts and minds today as a reminder of the happiness that he brought into
each of our lives. His spirit was one that danced with the winds and soared with the eagles.
During his life here on earth Tom faced with many challenges, but he stood tall, facing each one.
with courage and grace, turning obstacles into steppingstones and setbacks into comebacks. His
resilience was a reminder that with FAITH, perseverance, and a positive outlook, one could.
overcome even the most formidable of challenges.
Tom was preceded in death by his father and a younger brother. He is survived by his four.
children and three grandchildren, his mother, an older brother and a younger sister, a niece and
nephew and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Tom, you will forever be in our hearts, your life a cherished and beautiful memory.
Arrangements are being handled by Lowmans Arizona Funeral Home.
https://www.lowmansarizonafuneralhome.com/
A private Celebration of Life service for family and friends is scheduled for 10:00 AM, Saturday.
February 24, 2024 at 5430 W Glenn Dr., Glendale AZ 85301
Memorials may be directed to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten