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Thomas William Biesinger 1934 ~ 2009 Thomas William Biesinger passed away peacefully on April 8, 2008 at his home in South Jordan at age 74.He was born on May 13, 1934 in Salt Lake City--a fourth generation Thomas Biesinger. Tom loved his family and was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. All of his life, he gave unselfishly to his family and friends with no thought for himself. His philosophy was "you cannot see another's lack, and not share your glowing fire, your loaf of bread, or your roof's safe shelter overhead that they too may be comforted." Music filled Tom's life. He was an accomplished and gifted composer and pianist. He earned his Master Degree in Music from BYU. He conducted ward, stake and regional choirs. He was a music educator at several secondary schools. Tom was also a successful contractor. He developed and built many commercial offices and buildings, apartments, homes and churches. All of his life Tom was an active member of the LDS Church. He had a passion for supporting missionary work in his ward including serving as a ward mission leader. He also served a full-time mission to the North-Central States. He possessed a strong testimony of the Savior and served in many callings in the Church with great devotion and honor. Tom is preceded in death by his wife, Jean Louise Christiansen, by his wife Ardel Kranz, by his father and mother, Thomas Kenneth and Edna Biesinger, and by his brother, Kenneth Biesinger. Tom is survived by his beloved wife, Dorothea J. Biesinger, by his son, Thomas S. Biesinger (Nina), by his daughter, Louise Goldenson (Larry), by his son, Geoffrey Biesinger (Rachel), by his daughter Rachel Sillito (Broman), by his son, Kevin Biesinger and by 20 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He also helped raise Greg, Shannon and Garret Seibt with his former wife, Laraine Anderson. Tom is also survived by his brother, Joseph Biesinger (Brenda), by his brother J. Robin Biesinger (Bonnie) and by his sister, Norma Gygi (Gerald). A viewing will be held on Friday, April 10, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the South Jordan Highland First Ward, 10227 So. 4000 W. The funeral will be held in the same location at 10:00 a.m. with the interment following the funeral at the Evergreen Cemetery in Springville, UT. Condolences may be offered on line at www.larkincares.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Apr. 9, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Biesinger

8 Entries

Julie Bath

April 17, 2009

Dearest Tom & Nina: We are truly sorry for your loss. You have enriched our lives to a great extent. We pray that God will give you some comfort during this trying time. You are truly caring and exceptional people. We wish we could have met your Dad. He must have been a wonderful man to have raised such an extremely caring and compassionate man.

All our love Kathy Parke, Becky Bingham, and Julie Bath

Julie Ganz

April 11, 2009

My mother married Tom's brother, Joe. Tom was always kind to me, my mother, and brothers. Tom was a wonderful man with a big heart. He always had a warm smile and made people feel good about themselves. He really knew how to put the focus on other people. He had a great sense of humor. I loved to hear him play the piano so beautifully. He was very proud of his family and he loved them very much. He will certainly be missed.

Kirk Shaw

April 10, 2009

Tom Biesinger was a very strong role model when I was younger and was a steady influence in my pursuing music as a lifetime passion and also Scouting. I remember one of my first major performing opportunities was playing trumpet in the orchestra for the musical "Annie," which he directed for our ward in Taylorsville. Geoff, Rachel, and Kevin, I wish you my condolences and want you to know that I have immense respect for your father and will mourn his passing. He is one of the most caring and kind-hearted people I have known.

Amber Hanks

April 10, 2009

Tom Biesinger was the father of my best friend and a truly amazing man. He cared for everyone he met and treated everyone like family. He loved his family and taught them strength. He will be greatly missed by all.

Jolyn Meyer

April 9, 2009

Tom Biesinger was my uncle and I loved him. He was so generous to me and my family and he was a lot of fun. I have many fond memories of him and time spent with him and his first wife, Jean. Jean was my father's sister. He will always have a special place in my heart.

Makayla Biesinger

April 9, 2009

I didn't know you, but my dad Robert Biesinger told me you were a loving and caring man. I wish I could have met you, but sadly I didn't get to. Thanks for being a great uncle to my dad.

*~Makayla Biesinger~*

Dennis Everett

April 9, 2009

Mr. Biesinger was one of my favorite teachers in the early sixties at Springville Jr. High. He taught us a lot of music, made class fun, and even let us hold mock trials to handle class discipline. He was a gentle prince of a man with many talents. He will be greatly missed.

Rebecca Everett

April 9, 2009

Along with my parents, whose love of classical music and jazz enriched my formative years, Tom Biesinger was one of the early influences in my life-long love of music. His delight in music deeply impressed my young soul, and his music class at Springville Jr. High was one of my most favorite classes of all time.
~Rebecca Fechser Everett

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