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Thomas Alan Burroughs - September 29, 1961 to March 30, 2018. Thomas "Tommy" Alan Burroughs passed away in Carson City, Nevada on March 30, 2018, from complications of a neurodegenerative brain disease. He was 56 years of age. Tom was born on September 29, 1961, to Emzy and Helen Burroughs in Pomona California. He was among a wonderful family of seven children: Sandra, Tim, Lance, John, Bobby and Billy. The family moved to San Luis Obispo in 1970 where Tom grew up. He attended Quintana Elementary (Bishop's Peak), Laguna Jr. High and San Luis Obispo High. Tommy tended bar in and around the SLO and Sacramento area. He became a Correctional Officer with the State of California before retiring after 24 years. As fate would have it, Tom passed two days before his first retirement check arrived. He truly loved his job and the many law enforcement brothers/sisters he was associated with during his tenure. He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Emzy and Helen Burroughs; his favorite sister, Sandra Burroughs Holland; and his brothers: Bob Burroughs and Tim Burroughs. Tom is survived by his brothers: Lance (Ann) Burroughs, John (Dyan) Burroughs and Bill Burroughs; many nieces and nephews; and Tippit the cat, all of whom he loved dearly. Tom's passion was his friends and family. He loved collecting art and riding his Harley Davidson trike. Family and friends are invited to Tom's Celebration of Life which will be held from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, Saturday, June 23rd, in San Luis Obispo. Please come by and share stories and hugs. Dress is very casual. Please contact brother, John Burroughs at 775-885-0424 for more info.

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune from Jun. 6 to Jun. 10, 2018.

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Vic Zundel

June 25, 2018

Saddened as well to hear of Tom's passing and missed the gathering on Saturday to tell fond memories of growing up in SLO on the Foothill side of town. A kind and fun loving man with a great sense of humor. We also worked together at a local grocery story and loved it when he'd relive his Sizzler days and jump on the intercom with... #77 with a snicker, clean up or "Emerson on aisle 5 Great memories

Robert Burroughs

June 11, 2018

Uncle Tommy. I was crushed when I heard the news. I'm gonna miss you a lot! I remember as a kid we would come visit you in coalinga, you had a loud surround sound in your bedroom and put the movie Twister on so you and my Dad could catch up. Forever scared for life for being scared to death but forever engraved in my memories. Miss you being around always making us laugh. Thank you for being there for us kids growing up. I know I'll see you again.

Mary Harrington

June 10, 2018

My heart breaks........I first met Tom while he was bar tending at McCarthy's in Atascadero. That was quite a phase & he remained a friend via my daughter, Honey & her father, Rick. He will be missed greatly. A generous and kind soul with a wonderful sense of humor. May he Rest In Peace........❤❤

Angela Ringo

June 8, 2018

My dear Uncle Tommy you are definitely truely missed by everybody. You touched so many people's hearts in many different ways. I bet you are telling jokes and making the Angels laugh right about now. I love you so very much! I will see you in Heaven one day. Untill then, keep on dancing.

Susan Johnson

June 7, 2018

To the Burroughs family, so saddened to hear of Tom's passing. May the Good Lord surround you with his loving care. God Speed to you Tommy till we meet again.

Billy Burroughs

June 7, 2018

I always loved when you commented on my Facebook posts, probably just about every single one, they were highlights of my days when I was going through such a rough time in my life. I love and miss you uncle tommy. May you Rest In Peace. Till Valhalla.

Kaitlin de Varona

June 7, 2018

Love and miss you, Uncle Tommy. <3

JAMES BOND

June 7, 2018

Sorry for the loss as we were friends during our younger years and loss contact as we got older. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone here as loosing a sibling is tough.

cindi clogston

June 7, 2018

rest in peace my friend . my thoughts and prayers go out to your family . Its hard to lose someone you love so much .. I recently loss my daughter i know your pain god bless all of you .

Diane (Deering) Whittaker

June 6, 2018

Tommy was one of the good ones. He will be dearly missed. Prayers for the Burroughs family.

Susie (Johnson)Rumph

June 6, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with you all, Burroughs Family.

Cherie & Neil McCracken

June 6, 2018

There are never enough words to express the loss of one who is truly loved. Our condolences to the family and people who were close to Tom. Rememer with much joy all that Tom has given to each person. May he Rest In Peace !

Brothers-Thanksgiving 2005.

Billy Burroughs

June 6, 2018

Missing you every day my dearest little brother. Still hard to believe that you are gone. You were always so full of life. Hugs to you, Dad, Mom, Boo Boo, Sandi, Tim, and Amy.. RIP

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