He was the husband of Stephanie M. Allwein Gahres, to whom he was married for 40 years. He was born in Lebanon on January 21, 1950, a son of the late Russell S. and Christine M. Early Gahres.

Tom was a tech-ed teacher working for 37 years at

Governor Mifflin Senior High School in Shillington, where he also coached wrestling and boys and girls tennis. He was a 1968 graduate of Lebanon High School and 1975 graduate of Millersville State College. Tom served in the U.S. Army from 1968-71. He was a member of the Millcreek Lutheran Church in Newmanstown; Mt. Olivet Lodge #704 F and AM; Lebanon Council #27; Hermit Commandery #24 of Harrisburg; Weidle Chapter 197 and Consistory A.A.S.R. 32. He enjoyed hunting; his six German Shorthaired

Pointers, as well as spending time at his camp in Tioga County. Surviving in addition to his wife are children:

Jason T. Gahres and wife Erin, of Robesonia; Ryan T. Gahres and fiancé, Brandy Deahl, of Richland; Lauren M. Jordan and husband Jeffery, of Dillsburg; Angela Williams, of Ind.; grandchildren, Paisley and Austin Gahres; stepgrandchildren: Makenzie, Zarrick and Jarron Jordan.

He was preceded in death by a half -brother, Richard L. Shultz.

A celebration of Tom's life will be held on Thursday,

January 24, 2019, at 12:00 p.m. in Millcreek Lutheran Church, 221 N. Sheridan Road, Newmanstown, PA., with a visitation time beginning on Thursday at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lebanon VA Medical Center, c/o Volunteer Services, 1700 S. Lincoln Ave., Lebanon, PA 17042.

Rohland Funeral Home Inc., is handling hi

arrangements. www.rohlandfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Reading Eagle on Jan. 20, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Gahres

27 Entries

Ed Gahres

January 14, 2025

Well it has been six years since I last saw Tom. Here is one from 2017 at his daughter's wedding. Another year has passed and with it goes more memories. Still missed.

Ed Gahres

January 14, 2024

Tom spent many an hour fishing but little time catching. Many good laughs as we had the opportunity to fish. This is a 2007 photo of Tom getting ready for his fishing adventure at Lake Hammond.

Ed Gahres

January 15, 2023

One of Tom's hobbies was hunting. Here we are on the first day of small game season in 1974 in Lebanon County.

Gerald Wiley

January 14, 2022

Stephanie, 2019 wasn't a good year for us who have lost our spouses. But, we never forget the years we treasured with them. They may be gone but not forgotten. Accept my sympathy on the two year anniversary. Love, Gerald

Ed Gahres

January 14, 2022

Ed Gahres

January 14, 2022

Ed Gahres

January 14, 2022

Well Stephanie, Jason, Ryan and Lauren, three years have gone by quickly, but there are visual triggers that bring back the memories. Tom and I spent many hours together as kids but raising families kind of redirected our lives towards those efforts. Stories will need to be handed down to the grand children.

1990 at Fred Gahres' home<br />

Ed Gahres

January 14, 2021

Ed Gahres

January 14, 2021

Tom and I spent many years as kids in Jonestown and when I was with my grand parents in Lebanon. The time together had lasting memories. Many times the memories are triggered by current events.

Ed Gahres

January 14, 2020

A year has passed but I frequently reflect back on my many events with Tom.

Gerald & Mary Ellen Wiley

January 28, 2019

Stephanie,
Though Tom is no longer physically with you, his spirit and your memories are. Time has a way of healing grief. It doesn't take away your pain in this time of mourning, still it does alter how you look at the future without him. This is where your family comes in. You are fortunate to have them to carry on and face a life without dear Tom. You have received many messages from people lauding praise for him and the effects he had on so many. Use these to look ahead and be joyous that he will always have a place in your home, family and your heart. We, too, are family and are saddened that Tom suffered so much over the past year, or so, but we rejoice in that we knew him...and you. We extend to you our love and prayers.

Grace Dupal

January 26, 2019

Stephanie and family,
I know there are no words that will comfort you at this very sad time, but do know that I am here for you , even if it is just to talk. My thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry I could not be there for you.

January 26, 2019

Stephanie,
I'm so sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joan Killinger Krizan

Cindy Mohn

January 25, 2019

Tom was taken way to soon from us here, but the angels are singing because they have a special person there with them now. I met Tom at school and he was a true pleasure to talk to, he will be sadly missed. RIP. Tom

January 24, 2019

Stephanie and Family,
So very sorry about your dear husband Tom, passing way. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Beth L. (Smith) West

Donna Swisher

January 24, 2019

I'm sorry for your loss, Tom was a great guy and wonderful classmate He will be missed but his memory will always be with us. Donna Griffiths Swisher

Cheryl Strauss

January 21, 2019

Stephanie and family, I am so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. You and Tom were the best neighbor and landlord I ever had. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Mary Hummel

January 21, 2019

StephaniePrayers for you and your family as you deal with the loss of your husband .Call if you ever need someone to talk to. Mary Batz Hummel. 717 3041857

Doris Bergman

January 21, 2019

Dear Stephanie and Family, Our sincere sympathies in your loss of Tom. You all faced many challenges lately. May you all heal and take comfort in the fact that Tom will be smiling down at you. God Bless Frank and Doris Bergman

The DeSantis Family

January 21, 2019

I pray that in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared.

Photo from 2015

Ed Gahres

January 20, 2019

Dear Stephanie, Jason, Ryan, Lauren and family. Please accept my deepest sympathy at the passing of Tom. May you be comforted in the knowing that we share your loss.

Susan Means

January 20, 2019

I am so sorry to learn of Tom's death. He was a real friend, and I will always remember him with a smile.

John Gahres

January 19, 2019

Our prayers are with Stephanie and your family. Love John,Cathy,Robert,Donald,John Mark,Elizabeth,and Jeffery Gahres.

Andy Pannafino

January 19, 2019

God bless

Andy Pannafino

January 19, 2019

So sorry to hear about Tom's death. A truly unique person. A joy to know.

The Awesome Five

Jeffrey Butch

January 19, 2019

Tom was not just a classmate, he was a veteran brother and fraternity brother of CHI Gamma Iota XGI fraternity at Millersville University and a fellow educator and teacher. He was my Vice Chairman of the LHS class of 1968 50th Reunion Committee and my go to guy in timers of questions about our committee work. He had a great sense of humor and yet a very serious side as an awesome educator and teacher. Men like him only come around once or if lucky twice in a lifetime. I am a better person for knowing and interacting with Tom. I will see my brother in Heaven and he will be without pain and according to Dr. David Jeremiah from his book on Heaven, indestructible and without sin and living a life for eternity. We both had similar medical issues and many times he would always ask me how I was doing medically and if I need anything from him fo to do for me. He may be gone from this short life on earth but he is in a much better place that we all strive to eventually be: Heaven. Stephanie and the kids will be reunited with Tom and continue their love as a family.
Tom I love you brother and you will always be in my heart and I will never forget you and await my journey to your new existence and location where I will be able to talk to you again
God & Jesus Please take care of my Brother Tom.

Pat Right

January 19, 2019

Many wonderful memories. Always fun and always a genltal man.

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