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Thomas was born October 14, 1948 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Russell and Theresa (Boorsma) Robinson.
He was united in marriage to Arlene on June 30, 1995 in Wayland, Michigan.
Tom grew up in Grand Rapids and graduated in 1967 from South High School.
He loved the great outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Tom was employed as a serviceman for MichCon and DTE for 33 years before his retirement. He was a member of the Michigan Living History Reenactments and also served as an honor guard for the Vietnam Veterans and VFW and the American Legion in Michigan's Upper Peninisula.
Tom is survived by his wife, Arlene and four daughters, Carol Ann (Steve) Sheldon, Kim (Mike) Lewis, Janet (Paul) Owens and Julie Robinson and six grandchildren and one great grandchild.
He is also survived by five step children, Kim, Pamela (Gary) Teske, Melissa, Russell (Sands) Pratt and Samantha (Chad) Wright and twelve step grandchildren, two nephews, three nieces and numerous cousins.
Tom was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Larry.
A funeral service will be held 12:00 noon on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at the Young-Holdship Funeral Home in Lake City with Pastor Wayne Helsel officiating. A visitation will begin at 11:00 am until services. Burial will follow at the Lake City Cemetery.
The Young-Holdship Funeral Home in Lake City is serving the family. Words of comfort and memories may be shared at www.holdshipfuneralhomes.com.
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Ronald and Jackie Boorsma
August 22, 2025
Ron, and Jackie Boorsma are unable to attend Tom's service. We send our condolences to Arlene, and his daughters, including their families. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!
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