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Thomas Yasson Obituary
Thomas Yasson, 75, passed away suddenly on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Gilbert, Arizona. Tom, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, mentor and friend will be missed by all.
He was a 1966 graduate of Jim Thorpe Area High School, earned his bachelor's and master's degrees from Kutztown University and The University of Scranton, respectively.
Tom served the Carbon-Lehigh counties from 1973 until his retirement in 2007 as a counselor for the Manpower Program, Carbon-Monroe-Pike Drug and Alcohol Commission and a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor for the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.
Tom was the son of Harry and Ella (Kroculik) Yasson.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Theodore, Harry, Eugene; and one sister, Susanne Hunadi.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Michele (Slavin); daughter, Trista; grandson, Len; brother, Raymond (Angela); and several nieces and nephews.
Tom was a proud United States Army veteran serving his country from 1966 to 1969 which included a 13 month tour in Vietnam. He was also a longtime member of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.
Service: Tom will be laid to rest in the National Memorial Cemetery in Cave Creek, Arizona, on Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022.
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Scott Pompa
December 2, 2022
Met Tom in the 1980's while I was working as a C/O in Carbon County Corrections. Tom served the inmate population as a D&A counselor. We shared in many good laughs and life experiences during these days. Always had my respect and admiration. He was always looking to help someone! Rest easy Tom. I'll never forget you, our conversations and the impact you had on others!
Paul & Sharon (Curtin)
November 29, 2022
We are so saddened by the loss of Tom, he was such a great addition to our family for over 50 years. We cherish all the memories that we had with him, especially are wedding video, the AZ trips, the ones with my parents (visiting the biker bar!) and are most recent one in March 2022. Tom you will always be with us and and always present in our hearts. We love you and will we keep a watchful eye and heart on Michele, Trista, Len and Nathan always.
Sharon & Paul
Bill Heffelfinger
November 24, 2022
Raymond and Angela and Yasson family, deepest condolences on the loss of Thomas. Bill and Marie Heffelfinger Raleigh N. C.
Sharon Young
November 22, 2022
Michele and Family, so sorry to hear of the loss of Tom.
Rick Beers
November 22, 2022
Sorry to hear about this sad news...Tom was our bass player in the band Stinger in the early 1980's...I can still picture him playing and having fun rocking out to great music....Thank You for your service Tom!....Rock On!
Mary Fulton
November 22, 2022
Tom was such a nice man. He always went above and beyond. Would help anyone in need. The world is a better place because of him.
Nancy Yasson and Family
November 22, 2022
Michele and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Tom. He use to spend a lot of time at my Mom and Dad house in Nesquehoning when he was younger.
Brandi Steigerwalt
November 21, 2022
Mrs Yasson and family, So sorry to see that your husband past. My you find comfort in all of the great times you shared. Steve, Brandi ( Borger) Morgan Steigerwalt
Grateful
November 21, 2022
Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Thomas Harp
November 20, 2022
Tom was a joy to call friend. I hired him as an OVR counselor and never regretted it. My sincere condolences go out to Michele, Trista and Tom's extended family. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Priscilla and Jim Cano
November 19, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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