Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Thomas Edward Vandermee
Thomas Edward Vandermee
Obituary
Guest Book
About
Thomas Vandermee Obituary
Lutheran Hospice Center in Wheatridge, Colorado with his wife, daughter, and son-in-law by his side. He
is preceded in death by his beloved son Tommy, his parents Ed and Barbara Jean Vandermee, and his in-
laws James and Berdean Burden. He is survived by his wife Mary, daughter Deana, son-in-law Mike,
grandsons TJ and Kristopher, dogs Bella and Duke, and several other family members.
Tom was born in Pueblo, Colorado, and grew up in the Englewood, CO area. He graduated from
Sheridan High School in 1969. He was married to Mary in September 1971, and welcomed twins (Deana
and Tommy) in August 1972. In 1973, he joined the Englewood Police Department as a cadet. He spent
38 years with Englewood Police, and retired as Chief of Police in May of 2011. After retirement, he
enjoyed traveling with his wife, golfing, rooting on his Denver Broncos, and spending time with family
and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday 9/17/2022 from 1:00pm-4:00pm at Apex Community
Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd, Arvada, CO 80003. The Englewood Honor Guard will present
at 1:30pm, followed by a prayer and Eulogy. Light snacks will be served. The family is requesting those
attending dress in casual attire as that is what Tom would want.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the Concerns of Police Survivors –
Colorado Chapter at https://www.coloradocops.org/colorado-cops/support-us. This organization helps
families after line of duty death or suicide with counseling and financial support.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
People and places connected with Thomas
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Thomas Vandermee's name
How to support Thomas's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Thomas Vandermee's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more