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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Cindy Navarro
June 29, 2004
Mary Lynn and Swanson Family:
My deepest sympathy goes out to the whole family. I've known Tom for 18+ years at PAG. He was a dear friend to me and my family. We have alot of memories of Tom at PAG that will always be treasured. He was very well liked here and I will miss him dearly. Take Care and my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Tony Paez
June 17, 2004
Dear Mary Lynn,
It's been almost a month since Tom's passing into God's Loving Care. Although, I hadn't sent you and Tom's Sons/Family my condolences, my thoughts and prayers have been with you. It has been very sad for me as Tom was such a close and dear friend. I loved the guy! I have so many fond memories of our great times together since our meeting in 1986. His sense of humor coupled with his professionalism was so unique that he touched many people over the years. I was so happy that he found you...I know he was. His love for his sons, Michael and Matthew, was quite evident. He was so proud of them. Mary Lynn, I want to thank you for Tom's return to Tucson for his 60th birthday. I was one of the lucky ones to have visited with him. I lost a dear Friend and I will miss him.
Tom Buick
June 7, 2004
Dear Mary Lyn,
Thank you for loving and taking care of Tom. He was the one who always took care of others and tended to distain attention for himself. Tom is sorely missed. I was devastated to learn that we all are going to have to get along without him now.
I will always cherish the relationship that we enjoyed over the last 25 years, beginning in 1979 when I went to Tucson to be the director of the PAG transportation planning office. We acomplished a great deal and we got along famously. He would get the two of us laughing till we cried. That was life giving and a sign of the love and spirit that was with us even after separated by geography, positions and issues. These earthly situations always change but quality relationships endure and so it was with Tom.
My sincere gratitude, sympathy and condolences go out to you, Michael, Matthew, family and friends. May you be comforted in the memories you shared along with the thoughts and best wishes of your friends.
Brenda Waters
June 3, 2004
Mary Lynn,
We were so sorry to learn of Tom's passing. Please know that you are in your VDOT family's thoughts and prayers. May God's love provide you comfort, strength and hope.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Brenda Waters
VDOT Public Affairs
Bristol District
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Louis Schmitt
June 2, 2004
Dear Mary Lynn,
Tom and I worked many years together and I hold Tom in the highest regard. Even when it seem like we would not be able to accomplish our planning objectives in the face of public dissension Tom's ability to put everything in perspective with a bit of humor was always appreciated. Tom will be missed by all he came in contact with. We share your loss and may God be with you.
Lou
Karen Heidel
June 1, 2004
Tom's loss removes one of the "Good Guys" from our midst. Tom's irreverent humor kept us "PAGlets" up to speed during difficult times, and he left a legacy of exemplary work in metropolitan government. Many join in sympathetic thoughts and prayers for his family and friends.
Dave Ledford
June 1, 2004
The short time I worked with Tom was a joy. We will all miss him.
Micky Murphy
May 31, 2004
Mary Lynn, Tom was one of a kind, the best that this earth has to offer and all of us, his brothers in Beta and family and friends, and more especially YOU, have been blessed to have had Tom in our lives, even if for such a little while. If you ever need anything, please let me know. Hope to meet you one of these days. Sincerely,
Micky Murphy
Garry Morfit
May 29, 2004
Dear Mary Lynn,
It is of course no surprise that you are getting so many warm and heartfelt messages about Tom. When I talked to him recently on the phone he was his usual positive self and was convincing in his effervesencent attitude that all would be fine. Knowing he was very ill, his comments only further exemplified his life long attitude of keeping people thinking positively reguardless of the situation. He will be missed by all means and hopefully you will be able to quickly use the memories of his life to help you through this trying time.
Rita Hildebrand
May 28, 2004
To MaryLynn and the Swanson family: It's taken me awhile to wish you my prayers, condolences and sympathy for the loss of Tom. He has touched so many over his life time and I especially had many things to thank him for during my 25 years at PAG with him. He always had faith in my abilities through good times and bad and I owed him loyalty as an employee and friend. As many have already said, I'm thankful he had some happy times with his new life. Thank you also for this guest book and a way to share our good thoughts of TLS.
Sincerely, Rita, Jeff and Denise
Carol Dorsey
May 28, 2004
Bob and I are so sorry to learn about Tom's passing. Our hearts go out to his family. I worked with Tom in the late 70's at PAG, and never had a finer or funnier boss.
Frank Darmiento
May 28, 2004
Mary Lynn:
There are many of us back in Arizona thinking about you. By all accounts Tom was a remarkable person. No one can take from you the time you had together.
God speed,
Barbara House
May 28, 2004
May God Bless you and your family in your time of loss. He can do anything but fail, Keep the faith.
Hiram Cannon
May 28, 2004
To Mary Lynn: I have written you expressing my sorrow before I knew about this guest book. What a wonderful idea, and I hope you gain comfort from the thoughts expressed by Tom's many friends.
John Hudson
May 27, 2004
It was my pleasure to know Tom when he was Executive Director of the Pima Association of Governments (PAG) and I was a member of the Arizona State Transportation Board. We had divergent views on many transportation issues, but that didn't keep me or any member of the Board from having deep respect for Tom's honest point of view. My deepest sympathy to Tom's family.
Pat Kendall
May 27, 2004
Knowing and working with Mr. T. has been a wonderful experience as he created a most enjoyable work atmosphere. He never failed to make me laugh, and I cherish memories of his smiles. If we could all make such a difference in peoples' lives! Deepest sympathy from Pat & Tom Kendall
His smile always brighten up the day.
May 27, 2004
Ron McCready
May 27, 2004
Mary Lynn-
Please accept our sympathy and condolences for Tom's passing. Having known you both before you met, I was so happily surprised when you told me that you were getting married. Tom was a fine and gentle man who possessed a terrific sense of humor. He will be missed by all of us who were fortunate to know him. Heather, Sean, and Tyler asked me to pass on their deepest sympathies. Please know that we are thinking of you and that share your grief.
charles hodges
May 27, 2004
we will always remember tom as a man who knew how to balance senses of duty and responsibility with a sense of humor. rest in peace friend. our condolences to mary lynn, matthew and michael.
charles and suzanne hodges
I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one. I'd like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done. I'd like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways, of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days.
May 27, 2004
Wayne Collins
May 27, 2004
Mary Lynn: I was shocked to hear of Tom's passing. As you know I worked with Tom and PAG for many years prior to your coming to ADOT. I was tickled to hear that you and Tom had married and gone back to Virginia. That "new life" has been much too short. Please accept my condolences and best wishes as you and Tom's family move ahead. Tom was very special to Arizona and Pima County - and all of his family.
Matt Carpenter
May 27, 2004
Mary Lynn,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Tom was a gentleman through and through and it was an honor to work with him. You're in my prayers.
Ken Leonard
May 27, 2004
Dear Mary Lynn and family,
I was so sad to hear about Tom's passing. I only knew Tom a short time but truely enjoyed his company and sense of humor. His professional success and awards speak for themselves. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Ken & Sue Leonard
Charlie Howard
May 27, 2004
Mary Lynn and Family,
I really appreciated Tom's good nature and his willingness to help out - professionally and personally. I have fond memories of the great dinner, conversation, laughter (and way too much wine) we shared in Phoenix. You are in my thoughts!
Sandee Mills
May 27, 2004
I knew Tom only a short time, but I found him to be a very caring and funny person. He was a pleasure to work for and with, and will be sorely missed. I want to extend my sincere condolences to Mary Lynn and all his family.
Howard Ward
May 27, 2004
I just wanted to say what an impressive man Tom was. I worked with him on and off over the past 15 years and we both had an interest in classic cars. I found him to be always humble and always looking for the best solution to any given problem or opportunity. He will be missed greatly!
Charlene FitzGerald
May 27, 2004
Mary Lynn, I am sorry to hear the sad news. I hope that during your time together, the two of you had a wonderful life and shared many happy memories to help you through your time of sorrow and for your future. My prayers are with you and your family. Tom was a very sweet man. Sincerely, Charlene
Jess Jarvis
May 26, 2004
The bell tolls for me, too, Tom. I sorrow for Mary Lynn. How happy I had been for you two!! Now,with your graduation onto a new phase of your eternal journey, our times of working "shoulder-to-shoulder" for the betterment of ADOT/PAG relations and project improvements rise to memory with appreciation for your Tall strengths, Open doors, and Manner of comfortable communications. Our times of "Gatherings" will e'er shine successful thanks to you and others of your character caliber. Thanks, Tom, for the memories that live on in our Arizona Transportation Family!
Melissa Minerich
May 26, 2004
To Mary Lynn, Matt, Michael and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom was not only a pleasure to work for, but he had a gift for reading people and relating to every kind of person he met. He treated his staff with the utmost respect and confidence and allowed them to their job without interference. In turn, he got 150+% from them and he made PAG a wonderful place to work. I am grateful to have had the pleasure of working under him. His sense of humor will be remembered by everyone who met him and there is not a day that goes by at PAG that we don’t miss his leadership and management style. I take comfort in knowing he was so happy with Mary Lynn and very proud of his boys.
Jimmy Ford
May 26, 2004
To the family of Tom, I heard with deep regret of the death of Mr. Tom Swanson. He made a difference in my family and I life when he hired me at PAG in year 2000. May God provide for all of your needs during your time of sorry.
Best wishes and God bless you all.
Lee Comrie
May 26, 2004
Tom, with his great sense of humor, sharp wit and gentle heart will be missed by many of us at PAG. My condolences to his family. He has left a void that can't easily be filled.
Thomas Velde
May 26, 2004
Far to often the good go first. This is one of those cases. Although it has been 10 + years since we gathered at Tucson National for that 'Midlife Bloweata' and I had the opportunity once again to bask in Tom's wonderful brand of humor, I feel somehow assured I will have the opportunity again some day - Tom,God bless. -Kai- TV
Juliee Hughey
May 26, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Swanson Family. It was a privilege to have worked for such a great leader. I remember Tom for his great sense of humor and warm smile. He truly cared for the people that worked for him and it showed through his employees. Tom will be greatly missed. May God Bless you during this difficult time.
Chuck Nicholson
May 26, 2004
Dear Mary Lynn and Family,
So sad to hear of Tom passing on. Tom always was a super fraternity brother and always had a great attitude and a super sense of humor. You have our utmost sympathy.
Chuck Nicholson, Delta Beta of Beta Theta Pi.
Richard Rea
May 26, 2004
Far, far too soon. Not for Tom who is going to a better place. But for those of us who remain who will always have wonderful memories with no way to refresh them.
God Speed, Tom
Sandy and Dick Turner/Straehl
May 25, 2004
Mary Lynn. We had the great good fortune of knowing Tom, and also of knowing you both together as a loving couple. Tom had a wonderfully adventurous spirit, who knew he needed to follow his love and his heart in all things that mattered. Mary Lynn, please accept our deepest sympathy. We share your grief. Sandy and Dick
John Kennedy
May 25, 2004
Mary Lynn and Family,
I never knew Tom to have a bad day. He was always a great guy to be with, even if he had just totally bombed an exam. After school we would see each other when he trekked to the Navajo reservation with Shell Oil and he remained his positive self. Tom was a good fraternity brother and good man. God Bless his soul.
Peter Winterble
May 25, 2004
Dear Mary Lynn,
It's so sad to learn of Tom's passing, especially knowing from later reports that he seemed to be making some progress and fighting so strongly. I can't imagine the sense of loss you and your and his family must feel; I can only offer my condolences and prayers.
I know, from a conversation a while back and a couple of e-mails, how enamored Tom was of you and how excited he was about approaching his new life in Richmond (unfamiliar humidity notwithstanding) -- and especially how happy he was to have met you and fallen in love so hard.
As you know, the Beta "thing" was especially strong in our chapter in Tucson during Tom's years there, and I'm pretty sure all of us who knew him -- and loved his whacked sense of humor and great smile -- would agree that he was one of the very best examples of Delta Beta we knew.
He is, and will be, greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Charlie White
May 25, 2004
To Tom's family: I haven't seen Tom since we graduated from the University of Arizona in the late 1960's, but remember him vividly! He was a great guy to be around and a real contributor to the Beta spirit. I only recently heard of Tom's health problems, and immediately felt a bond with Tom, even over the distance that separates us, as I too have had heart problems (5 operations, 6 bypasses, 4 stents, pacemakder/defibrilator). I called Tom just a few weeks ago and he was cheerful and hopeful. I've very sad
to learn that he's not with us anymore. We will miss him!
Charlie White
Ginger Murdough
May 25, 2004
Dear Mary Lynn and Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this very sad and difficult time. With my deepest sympathy,
Lisa Pendrick
May 25, 2004
Mary Lynn,
I am so sad to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dan Drackett
May 25, 2004
We'll all miss you deeply, Tom. You were, after all, the warmest and funniest of all the Delta Betas, and the laughter never abated as we ran into each other over the years----until now. We'll smile and raise a glass to you, old friend. Godspeed. Yours in -kai-, Dan
Pedro Nájera
May 25, 2004
During the 12 years I was at PAG, Tom was the boss. In the Hispanic Culture all bosses need to have a nickname. So I named him "El Cisne" (The Swan). He loved it when he heard someone say, "Here comes El Cisne." May God have mercy.
John Carlson
May 25, 2004
Mary Lyn:
I was deeply saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He was someone I respected greatly. He always impressed me with his intellect, kindness,professionalism and sense of humor. It was an honor to have know and worked with Tom in his many years at PAG. The Tucson region is a much better place because of Tom.
I wish you and Tom's family brighter days ahead.
God Bless
John Carlson
Zonia Kelley
May 25, 2004
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Swanson family. Working for Tom at PAG was a pleasure. He brought such smiles to everyone and will be greatly missed.
Noreen Grasse
May 25, 2004
To Tom Swanson's family: I am so very sorry for your loss. I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with both Tom and his wife, Mary Lynn. I remember how happy I was when they met and fell in love. They are both such precious people and it was so obvious how much they loved each other. I was so stunned and devastated to hear of Tom's death. He was always so friendly and helpful and such a pleasure to be around. His smile and his laughter and the way he treated everyone who was blessed to know him, will be the way I will always remember this special man. Please know that Tom and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. I'm so very very sorry. Sincerely, Noreen Grasse
Craig Rudolphy
May 25, 2004
Mary Lynn
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Claire Zucker
May 25, 2004
I feel very privileged to have worked for Tom here at PAG, where his warmth, sense of the ironic and true compassion for others and the world was so apparent to me and to all of us. He will be greatly and dearly missed. I cannot think of Tom without a smile of memory creeping onto my face, now tinged with great sadness. My deepest sympathies go to those whom he loved and cherished.
John Kanan
May 25, 2004
Mary Lynne and Family; My deepest symphany to you and family in this difficult hour. Swanney was always a bright spot for us in the Beta house. His humor, spirit and bond with all of us will be forever remembered. May the diamond always shine bright on him as it has throughout his life.
Susie Avelar
May 25, 2004
Mary Lynn,
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Ungyo Lynn Sugiyama
May 25, 2004
To Mary Lynn and Family:
I am very sorry to learn about Tom. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Michael Curtis
May 25, 2004
To the Family: Our prayers and our tears are with you during this time of great loss. He was a wonderful person. My recollections are dated to the 60s, so he will always be young, wonderful, fun, enthusiastic, and a very good friend and a good person. I like remembering him this way. Michael Curtis
Les Wallach
May 25, 2004
I will greatly miss Tom. Although we saw each other infrequently, every year or so Tom and I would get together to to solve some earth shaking problem and eat "salads" at El Charro Restaurant. Tom was always ready to lend a helping hand and offer good,and often humorous advice. The world was definitely a better place because of him.
Lenny Bazoo
May 25, 2004
Bro:
Thanks for the great times together. Let's continue our good times together in another place in approximately 40 years (+ or -).
----kai----Bazoo
Linda and Jim Marasco
May 25, 2004
Linda and I would like to express our condolences to Tom's family. When I think back to our days at the Beta House I am reminded of this quick walking, quick talking person who always had a smile or laugh to share. Tom will be missed by all who knew him. Linda and Jim Marasco
Dick Schaffer
May 25, 2004
Mary Lynn and Tom'a family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. It sure was a privledge and pleasure to have known and worked with Tom here at PAG. Hisp assion and wit will surely be missed.
Dick
John Bernal
May 25, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Swanson family. Tom was a true friend to all of us at Pima County and his role in assisting us to work together will not be forgotten.
Bill Brammer
May 25, 2004
Mary Lynn & family: It is never easy to lose someone from your life, but when that person is as special as Tom, it is just that more painful. He was such a wonderful person, and brought such enjoyment to those with whom he came in contact, that is is doubly difficult for all of us to now be deprived of his gifts. A good friend, father & husband, he will be terribly missed. The best part of this difficult time is all the wonderful memories we have that will buoy us as we go forward.
Ira Domsky
May 24, 2004
Tom's real mark was taking his business seriously without taking himself seriously. He demonstrated this to me over a letter that I had written as a joke to my supervisor, but was signed and sent without question, by mistake. Anyone else would have been insulted (and may have never forgiven either me or my boss), but it struck a note with Tom that instantly endeared me to him. That taught me a lesson, and Tom shared more of his wisdom and quirky sense of humor during his tenure in Tucson. He provided a unique brand of courage and leadership that seemed to work, even though it was contrary to all of the dogma of politics in Arizona. I thank Tom for opening his heart and mind to me, and wish all those he held dear and who hold him dear my deepest sympathies.
Dennis Smith
May 24, 2004
Mary Lynn and Tom's Family
It is with great sadness that I write these comments about Tom. I consider Tom one of my best friends in Arizona, knowing and working with him since 1976. He cared about PAG and the State of Arizona and was the ultimate professional and a great friend. I will miss his humor, and friendship. Via Con Dios.
Nancy Wrona
May 24, 2004
My deepest sympathy to Tom's family and friends. Tom's humor and forward thinking enabled him to make great contributions to the community. He was a delight to work with and will always be remembered as a model of outstanding public service.
Bruce Postil
May 24, 2004
Tom,will be missed by evertone who came in contact with him. I will miss a good friend for over thirty years.I came to know Tom by hiring him at PAG in 1972. My pryers go out to Mary Lynn and all Toms family. Bruce Postil
Joanne Homer
May 24, 2004
I am saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He was a nice person. I pray God grants you much comfort during this difficult time.
Jim Glock
May 24, 2004
On behalf of the City of Tucson Department of Transportation our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tom's spirit will live with us for years. He was a fierce champion for the region and someone whom I personally held in high esteem. His good humor and cunning wit will be missed.
Kurt Weinrich
May 24, 2004
Our morning was saddened with the news of Tom's unfortunate passing. Our thoughts and prayers go with you, Mary Lynn, and Tom's family.
Liz Votino
May 24, 2004
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He was a gentle, caring man, with tremendous wit. My dealings with him in his role as Director of PAG were always warm and professional. My prayers are with you.
Mattie Smith
May 24, 2004
My deepest condolences are with you and your family in your time of loss. My prayers are with you. Have faith.
Larry Maucher
May 24, 2004
Tom was a great personal and professional friend for many years. My sons and I would go to the local car shows just to vote for Tom's car. He was always my greatest professional supporter for the visions I had in Tucson and I don't know where ADOT in Tucson would be today without him. Tom will always hold a special place in my heart - he has no match.
Brian Babiars
May 24, 2004
Having worked with Tom for many years as fellow COG Directors, I was extremely saddened by the news of his death. We will all miss his keen ability to problem solve, while always keeping his sense of humor.
Our prayers are with you!
Dick Hileman
May 24, 2004
Mary Lynn and family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. It was a privledge and pleasure to have known and worked with Tom.
Dick
Kevin Biesty
May 24, 2004
Mary Lynn:
Our thoughts ands prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Regards,
Kevin
Stacey Stanton
May 24, 2004
Mary Lynn,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Stacey Stanton and your ADOT MVD Family
Gail Kushner
May 24, 2004
Tom was a great friend and mentor to me. We worked together at PAG for 16 years. We made each other laugh as we tried to move the region forward in a constructive way. There are so many pieces of advice that Tom gave to me, but they were slightly irreverent (you know Tom!) so I won't repeat them here. Tom was a great friend. I'm very sorry for your loss. I'm very sorry that the people in his life on the east coast didn't get as much quality time with Tom as those of us in Arizona had. Tom will be greatly missed.
Melaney Seacat
May 24, 2004
I am deeply saddened by Tom's passing and want to express my great sympathy to his family and wife Mary Lynn. Tom served the greater Tucson region for 25 years, as an employee and Executive Director of PAG and is loved by many here in the Old Pueblo. His humor and warmth still infuse these PAG walls and his memory will always bring smiles to the faces of all us "paglets". It was an honor to have worked for Tom and I will continue to miss him and the creative, fun, family-friendly workplace he created here.
Tim Ahrens
May 24, 2004
Mary Lynn, Michael, and Matthew:
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Tom was a great leader and a great friend.
He will be missed.
Joe Brannan
May 24, 2004
Not just a friend
Not just a peer
Not just a mentor
Tom was truly an amazing collection of "not justs" who left a mark on this world, and me, that will be never be erased, nor should it be.
Our thoughts and prayers are with family, friends, and associates who share in this great loss.
Jacki Ontiveros
May 24, 2004
Mary Lynne, Michael, Matthew and Family,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. In the 3 or 4 years that I worked with Mr. T there was always a smile on his face and on those around him. I have several memories about Mr. T and he will continue to make us all smile for years to come. We Love You Tom!! Jacki O.
Rene` Gastelum
May 24, 2004
Tom was a great story teller and a great friend. Our friendship stretched for over 30 years. I'm sure his work and suffering here on earth will be rewarded by our Lord. He is now in heaven enjoying all of the "SS" Chevy line.
Benny Young
May 24, 2004
Tom was a good friend. I will miss him so. His wonderful sense of humor was a part of what helped sustain me through some difficult times in my own life.
Greg Hess
May 24, 2004
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Tom's family. I feel really fortunate to have known and worked for such a talented, kind and modest person. What I will remember most about Tom is the humor, joy and laughter that he brought to so many people's lives.
Karen Bazinet
May 24, 2004
I had the pleasure of working with Tom for ten years at Pima Association of Governments in Tucson. He always made work enjoyable. He had a wonderful and devilish sense of humor. I was thrilled when he found Mary Lynn and they were so right for each other. I was sad when he left Tucson, but happy for him and the happiness he had found. He will be missed more than I can put into words.
Colleen Crowninshield
May 24, 2004
Tom,
I will alway's remember you for your passion, charm, and unique ability to make all your work family become a part of you. I will miss you so very much. Your emails kept me believing that I was making a difference in this world. I was very blessed to be a friend of yours.
Rev. Gina Wyse, Chaplain
May 24, 2004
My thoughts and prayers remain with you as you endure this time of tremendous loss and grief. I have been greatly touched by your devotion, love and courage in the most difficult of times. Rev. Gina Wyse, Chaplain @ Retreat Hospital
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