Edith Gilbert
January 25, 2010
Tom has been an ever present point of light in my life since my early teens. Though he struggled mightily in the early years I am glad I was able to see him come through it all and become the gracious, loving, committed husband and father we all looked up to. Jennie and Patricia; I'm glad I got to meet you and share in your good fortune to be a part of Tom's life. He will be missed.
Beth Pettit
January 8, 2010
I was very saddened by the news of your husband's passing. Please know Jennie that I am thinking of you and Patricia.
Chris Froning
January 6, 2010
Jennie and Patricia, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Bawn and I are truly blessed to have known such a wonderful man. May the love and warmth of God surround you during this most difficult time.
January 5, 2010
Tom and I were roommates during our Lieutenant days in the Air Force in Cheyenne. He was a great friend with a genuine faith, a great sense of humor and was an outstanding cook. He was one of my groomsmen at my wedding 30 years ago. I will always remember him, and look forward to seeing him in heaven.
Chaplain Harry Mathis (Ramstein Air Base, Germany)
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Bob/Jean Burright
January 4, 2010
Jennie,
Bob and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Patricia. We are sorry we cannot come to the service. We enjoyed the times we had spent with you and Tom in the past and hope to see you sometime in the future.
Love, Bob and Jean Burright
Gary Armour
January 4, 2010
Tom was such a committed man, committed to his family, his faith, his church and his students and his country. He fought the good fight. His determination to continue to teach up until just two weeks before the semester was over is a testament to his desire to serve, mentor, teach and face each day with courage. Our prayers for the family are with you. May God’s Grace and Peace carry you through this time of saddness, Pastor Gary Armour and your Countryside Family in Mission, Kansas
Tim and Shannon Clevenger
January 4, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss, Jenny and Patricia. Sorry we couldn't make it up, but you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paula Johnson
January 4, 2010
I was very sad to hear of Tom's passing. He always had such a big smile on his face, no matter what pain he might have been feeling inside. My heart goes out to you, Jennie and Patricia, and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Simpson
January 4, 2010
I was so very, very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Please call me if there is anything I can do to help at any time. This will be a difficult time for you and Patricia, but I know you can do it with the help of your family and friends.
Kim Sautter
January 4, 2010
Jennie and Patricia - Thoughts and prayers are sent your way during these rough times and the days a head. Know that you are surrounded with love and support from family and friends.
Kim and John Sautter
Becky Helton
January 4, 2010
Jennie and Patricia, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin and Missy Throckmorton
January 4, 2010
We send our thoughts and prayers to you, Jennie, and to Patricia. May your loving memories bring you comfort and peace.
Teresa Kabourek
January 4, 2010
I was saddened by the news of Tom's passing. I am so very sorry Jennie. Please remember that you and Patricia are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Idalene R. Williams
January 4, 2010
I will truly miss Tom. My faculty office, at Metroplitan Community College, was across from Tom, so we had many days of laughter and fun. Tom was always upbeat and smiled everyday, never complaining, despite his illness. I will always remember Tom as a caring and strong person. My prayers are with his wife Jennie and daughter, Patricia, as you celebrate Tom's life.
Bill Fead
January 3, 2010
Thanks for your Military Service.
Past Commander V.F.W.
Diana Fredenburg
January 3, 2010
Tom was a most gentle soul. Strong in his faith, loving of family and friends, always inspiring the best out of those he touched. Our love and prayers go to Jennie and Patricia from us and all of your First Christian Church Falls Church family. Though time and distance have separated us you have been and always will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Diana
Naomi Romanchok
January 3, 2010
I am so honored to have known Tom. I will never forget the dinner that "Peaches" created for Jennie and I - so thorough and always a dry sense of humor. Thinking of Jennie and Patricia at this very difficult time.
Jim Van Arsdall
January 3, 2010
The faculty at Metropolitan Community College have lost a great friend and colleague. During his illness he never complained and contributed to the college till the very end. I have never met a more brave and honest person. I will really miss Tom.
Kelly Christensen
January 2, 2010
Tom was an amazing man. One of the best and strongest. He will be greatly missed. We love you Jennie and Patricia and are are thinking of you every day.
Kelly and Zoe
Chris and Leslie Bright
January 2, 2010
Tom was a great Air Force officer and long time friend. We ran several marathons together and were part of each other's weddings. Our sincere condolances to Jennie and Patricia.
Bruce Newton
January 2, 2010
Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted
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