Thomas Ray
Woolley

April 16, 1942 -
September 28, 2014

Tom Woolley was called away from us on Sunday, September 28th, 2014. He was born in Grants Pass, Oregon to Ray Woolley and Margaret Ashbaugh. He met the love of his life, Bonnie Sweider, and they married on December 6th, 1961. Their epic love story touched many lives and made a special impact on their son, Michael Woolley, and his wife of 24 years Veronica, and their daughter, Lorrie (Woolley) Normann, and her husband of 28 years, Eric Normann.

Affectionately known as Poppy, his legacy of love continues through their grandchildren Bryan Normann and his fiancé Devon, Brett Normann, Chelsie Woolley and McKenna Woolley. His countless nieces, nephews, cousins and loved ones always knew that he was only a phone call away.

He was proud to be the oldest and only brother to his sisters: Linda Woolley (Dan Scott), Kathlyn Kight (Walt), Judy Seiffert (Steve) and Jan Woolley (Dave Proctor).

Besides the love and pride he held for his family he was honored to have been a Eugene Firefighter, a job he held for 26 years, until he retired in 1994. Always the consummate entrepreneur, he also had a successful carpet business, espresso business and limousine service.

Tom was the hardest working man we knew, but he always found time to pursue his passion for the outdoors. An avid hunter and fisherman he shared his love of the wild with all of his boys and his girls.

Tom never knew a stranger and was known to approach anyone and everyone to talk and brag about his family. Some of his best friends are people he met in line at the grocery store.

While the pain we all feel at his sudden passing is immeasurable, we know that there are just as many people rejoicing in his arrival.

A viewing is scheduled for Friday, October 3rd, 2014, 1pm-4pm at Musgrove Family Mortuary, 1152 Olive Street, Eugene, Oregon 97401.

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, October 10th, 2014, 2pm at West Lawn Park and Funeral Home, 225 S. Danebo Avenue, Eugene, Oregon 97402

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Published by Eugene Register-Guard on Oct. 1, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Woolley

29 Entries

Margaret Cargill

October 10, 2024

I can't believe it's been 10 years. He was an amazing man and miss him

Elaine Godier

October 15, 2014

Bonnie and Family, We are so sad to learn of Tom's passing. He was a very special person. I know that your hearts are broken. May your memories of all the good times will be with you always. We send our love, Jim and Elaine Godier

October 14, 2014

Dianne Tremblay

October 11, 2014

Although Tom was married to my 1st cousin, Bonnie, I didn't have the pleasure of meeting him as my life for the past 45 years brought me to the East coast. When we met at a family reunion in Lakeside,OR a few years ago I found him to be very generous with his time and his love for Bonnie was undeniable. My husband and I want to express our deepest sympathy to Bonnie and her family. Please know you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Jan Duiven

October 10, 2014

I met Tom as our limo driver. He was so nice, and showed us such a great time, that we ended up scheduling an annual trip with him every year.
He was the kindest person and super funny. We all enjoyed his humor so much. We also loved his handlebar moustache! I will miss him very much.
I am so sad and so sorry for your family's loss. Sending hugs and love.

Diane Baker

October 10, 2014

Well we first became friends when we moved to Eugene on Orr Lane he was a fire man and a good friend . I was a mother that couldn't handle blood and had a kids that was getting hurt all the time Tom would take care of them or load them up in the car and tell me get in the car and he would take the kid in the room and tell me to sit in the waiting room. another time I decided to change the door knobs on a door and got locked in the room he had to hand me tools to take the whole door off (we had a window that he could give me the tools). The whole family are loved by many people and he well be missed by many people. Bonnie and Lorrie, Mike and all the rest of the family God has a plan for him to help people in heaven. God bless all of you.

October 9, 2014

Bonnie, Mike, Lorrie and all of you.
I just heard tonight of Tom passing away. I am so sorry.Tom always had a smile on his face when I would see him. Always there to help out at Emporium get to gathers or making coffee or just this last year parking cars for the OCF group.
Our thoughts are with you.
Love, Don Bradshaw and Jim Robinson

Rhonda & Nick Hendricks

October 9, 2014

Our thoughts are with you all. May your many wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.

Kristina Kjosnes Sparks

October 9, 2014

It is so hard to find adequate words. Tom and the whole family hold a special place in my heart, and always will. I am blessed to call you family. My love and prayers will never end. Bonnie, Lorrie, Veronica (Mike, if you dare)...let's have coffee when you are ready. My love to all of you....

October 7, 2014

Bonnie and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of Tom's Passing. What a shock to everyone who knew him. Tom was just a great guy. He and you were the best people on this earth. He was always so nice and such a fine gentleman. We were blessed by knowing both of you.
May you find peace going forward.
Much love and friendship.
Joe and Connie Sneddon

October 7, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers for the family. With much respect and admiration for this very special man,
David and Denise Wolting
Goshen Fire

Joe and Carmen Chouinard

October 7, 2014

"Tom never knew a stranger..." That captures Tom so perfectly! We've never known a warmer, friendlier or more outgoing person. Tom will be missed greatly... and his memory will always bring a smile to our faces.

Denise Gudger

October 6, 2014

We loved Tom's exuberant personality and wonderful sense of humor! We will miss him.
Warmly, Denise Gudger and Rod Morris

Margaret Cargill

October 5, 2014

He will be greatly missed by hundreds of people, but more so by his family. He was a man beyond description, but the first word that comes to my mind is love, unconditional love.

Sandy Marsonette

October 5, 2014

Bonnie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Tom and you for your kindness. Tom always seemed so greet and smile with every encounter he made.
Hugs, Sandy Marsonette (Lemmon)

Terri Knotts

October 4, 2014

Bonnie,Mike and family I am so sorry for your loss. Tom quickly became one of my favorite customers at Bimart when I started working there 15 yrs ago. He always had a smile that was contagious especially when he talked about family,fishing or hunting with me. My deepest thoughts and prayers to you all. I will miss him so very much.

Dennis And Teri Kruckman

October 4, 2014

Bonnie ,Lorrie, Mike

Dennis made a cross with a plaque in Memory of Tom. We placed it your hunting camp using rocks from the fire pit. I took a picture if later you would like I can text it to you.

Love Dennis and Teri

Dennis And Teri Kruckman

October 4, 2014

Bonnie,Lorrie,Mike

Dennis made a cross with a plaque in memory of Tom. We placed it in your hunting camp, he placed rocks from the fire pit around the cross. I have picture on my cell can text it if you would like just let me know love Dennis and Teri

Beverly Frazier

October 3, 2014

You will always be my brother I Love you.
You will always be in are hearts and prayers, We
will love and miss you always.
Beverly and Joe Frazier

October 3, 2014

Bonnie,Lorrie,Eric,Brian,and Brett,
I wish had more opportunities to have known your husband, father and grandfather. Even though the meetings with him were short, you could feel his "aura" was as big as they come. His happy nature and love this man exuded was tangible..even when paying for a couple of plumbing items! One felt better for having been in his presence. I like to think that while our loved ones are not in our physical world, they are forever in our lives all around us, all the time.
The wonderful man Tom is, is exemplified in the people he left behind.
We keep you in our hearts,
Kathy and Jerry Fox

Julie Huff

October 3, 2014

Dear Bonnie & Family,

Tom was such a special man, I was lucky enough to meet thru his association with the Eugene- Springfield Professionals Group. He will be remembered for his willingness to help at anytime and his kind and gentle nature, and especially his amazing zest for life and love of adventure. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Meredith Swenson (Fox)

October 3, 2014

Bonnie, Lorrie, Mike and all of Tom's family - I am thinking of you as you experience this incredible loss. You are one of the most loving and special families that I have ever known and I know you will lift one another up as you heal. Tom was an amazing man and I am honored to have known him and spent time with him (and you all). Prayers to you during this difficult time.

Roger Snyder

October 2, 2014

Bonnie,
Thank you for bringing Tom into my life. He and I knew each other for over thirty years and one thing never changed. When he walked into any room or place I was, a smile came to my face because he was there. He and I spent time together from Fields Oregon to Paris, France and he made friends everywhere we went. He, like you, made the world a nicer place to be.
My thoughts are with you and the family. If I were not in Colorado I would be there.

donn elaine altemus

October 2, 2014

Donnandelainealtemusourthoughtsandprayers arewithyouandyourfamilyatthistime.

Jerry de Leon

October 2, 2014

My thoughts are with you guys. I know that love and support is alive and well in your family, and that in itself is comforting. I'll miss having a glass of wine with Tom. Take care of each other and know that I am with you in all ways. Call me as needed. I love you guys.

Joanne ( Jo ) Abels

October 2, 2014

You were my Uncle Tom and even though you were not my uncle, you found a place in my heart closer than any uncle I have ever had. You became known as Uncle Tom to all of my friends and family. You will always be remembered, never forgotten and sorely missed. Rest in peace sweet man! Love and hugs Aunt Bonnie and so sorry for your loss. I will be in touch.

Kruckman Teri

October 1, 2014

Tom we will miss you at hunting camp! You touched so many people with your smile. Bonnie, you and Tom are special to Dennis and I. Tom will greatly missed by everybody he has touched. I won't be able to make it to his service, that makes me very sad. Bonnie I would like to take you to coffee or lunch when we get back from hunting.

Vickie Anderson

October 1, 2014

I've known Tom for over 40 years I'm guessing. I spent many days over at his house growing up...living just across the pasture from them. Lots of sleepovers, riding horses, riding motorcycles, playing in the pasture, collecting eggs, and Bonnie and my mom were the best of friends! Bonnie, Lorrie and Mike...I am so sorry for your loss. It's always hard going thru a loss of a parent, but with time, somehow it gets easier. You will always have that certain smell that reminds you of him or a song that reminds you of him or maybe even a certain food. Hang on to all the memories! Hugs to all of you!

Jennifer Johnsen

October 1, 2014

We live just down the street from Tom and Bonnie. He was a great man very friendly and sweet. We are sadden to hear this news. Prayers for the family.

Ben & Jennifer Johnsen

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