Thomas C. Michael Jr.

1941 - 2024

BORN

1941

DIED

2024

Thomas Michael Obituary

Thomas (Tinker) Cramer Michael, Jr., 83, passed away on June 23, 2024, in Frederick, MD. Born on May 18, 1941, to Anna Jane Michael and the late Thomas Cramer Michael, Sr., Tinker was a lifelong resident of Frederick and a respected member of his community.

After graduating from Frederick High School, he furthered his education at Potomac State College. Tinker dedicated 30 years of his career to Eastalco Aluminum Company, where he was well-regarded by his colleagues.

He was a member of Fredericktowne Baptist Church in Walkersville, MD, where he found joy in his faith.

Beyond his professional and spiritual life, he had a passion for the outdoors and was an avid hunter and golfer. He was also a fervent fan of Maryland Terps basketball, and he cherished the times spent playing cards with his close friends, Donny and Simone Phebus. Above all, family was central to his life, and he treasured every moment spent with his loved ones.

Tom is survived by his loving wife, Linda Jones Michael; children, Jamie Petrosky (Sonny), Jason Michael (Kristen), Stephanie Egan (Cameron), and Brian Boone (Gina); his mother, Anna Jane Michael; sister, Connie Katz; brother, Charles Robert Michael (Diane); grandchildren; Carlie Petrosky, Haylie Petrosky, Georgia Norwood, Caroline Michael, Christian Michael, Nicholas Maxey, Kellam Maxey, Chaz Egan, Carter Boone, Brittany Minor, Rachel Bart and 8 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas Cramer Michael, Sr., granddaughter, Andie Marie Petrosky, and grandson, Jaron Michael Ivey.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Tom's life was marked by his kindness, dedication, and the deep impacts he made on his family and community. He will be profoundly missed by all who knew him. Thomas (Tinker) C. Michael, Jr.

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Published by The Frederick News-Post from Jun. 26 to Jun. 25, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Michael

13 Entries

Bill Siedling

July 2, 2024

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Tink and his family took me to my first professional baseball game many years ago at Griffith Stadium to see the Washington Senators. May his life always remain a blessing.

Norman G McBride

June 27, 2024

A great guy to be missed greatly. I have known Tinker since Little League, he for Frederick and me for Walkersville. We worked closely together at Eastalco for many years.I will surely miss him and may he now walk with God.

John & Stephanie Staley

June 27, 2024

Our condolences to the Michael family. Tinker was a memorable person.

Vern Damsteegt

June 27, 2024

I have known Tinker for more than 40 years and he has always been a true friend. Tinker was always quiet but you knew he was there for you. In the past few years we would see each other at church each Sunday and I always came away from our seeing each other with renewed respect for a great friend. Tinker will be sorely missed but I know he is now in a much better place with our Savior. Rest in peace Tinker

Patricia Zimmerman

June 27, 2024

Linda and family I am so sorry to hear of Tinker's passing. He was such a wonderful man and I know he meant a lot to Ryan as well as me. Now they can have a Hunt Club in Heaven and still enjoy the outdoors. Linda you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Remember all the memories that were shared, it helps to get you through the rough times.

RAMONA RIDGELY

June 27, 2024

MR. TINK WAS SUCH A GREAT PERSON ALWAYS SMILING. SO VERY PLEASANT.
HE DELIVERED PARTS HERE AT THE CITY MECHANIC SHOP. LOOKED FORWARD TO SEEING HIM.
I SURE DO MISS HIM COMING BY.
RAMONA - FRIEND

Kitty Fawley

June 26, 2024

I was fortunate to work with Tinker at Eastalco for many years. He always had you laughing. He will truly be missed by so very many. RIP Tinker.

Stephen Zier

June 26, 2024

So sorry to see of Tinkers passing. I worked with him at Eastalco for many years and enjoyed his sense of humor and playing in the American Legion Golf Tournament with Tinker and Bryan Hissey. Together they would have me rolling on the ground laughing.
My sincere condolences to Tinkers family but I know he is up there making others laugh.

Tommy Mills

June 26, 2024

I had the pleasure of knowing "Tink" thru my good friend Pat McHenry. Tink was such a great man, felt privileged to have known him. My sympathies

Sherry Cannon

June 26, 2024

I had the pleasure of knowing Tinker while caring for his Mother. He always was very positive. My prayers go out to his entire family.

John and Anne Jeffas

June 25, 2024

Having lived next door to Jane for 25 years, we always welcomed Tinker's smiles and laughs. He was such a kind and wonderful neighbor down the street. We always got a kick out of watching him drive his mower up the street to cut his Mom's grass. In our house, when we heard a tractor motor, we always said, 'Here comes Tinker!'
Surely, Tinker is now having a blast, 'cutting God's glorious green carpet.'
Our deepest condolences to Linda, Jane, and all the family. We will pray for your comfort and strength. Be at peace, knowing Tinker has found his paradise. God bless you all.