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Thomas Marshall Pegnim

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Thomas Pegnim Obituary

Name: Visitation for Thomas Marshall Pegnim
Start: 2014-07-19T00:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-07-19T03:00:00.000Z
Location: Oakmont Memorial Park & Mortuary - Lafayette

Thomas Marshall Pegnim

September 26, 1951 - July 9, 2014

Thomas Marshall Pegnim passed away suddenly early Wednesday morning July 9th. His generosity, caring spirit and humor will be greatly missed by many.
Thomas was born in Mineola, NY and later obtained his Bachelor's degree from Harvard University. While in Boston he met the love of his life, Susan Cameron, and shortly after, they packed their bags and headed cross-country, eventually landing in San Francisco, California. He attended Golden Gate University and obtained his J.D. Thomas began practicing Law shortly after graduation and continued his Law practice for 36 years. With his passion for education, Tom, as friends fondly called him, founded the Pegnim & Ivancich Youth Foundation. He spent his free time golfing, gardening, traveling, "reading" his books on tape, and recently became an enthusiastic bird watcher.
Thomas is survived by his best friend and the love of his life, Sue, beloved children Ryan and Alessandra Pegnim of San Francisco, Caitlin and Paul Coelho of Fresno, Timothy Pegnim of San Francisco, Shannon Pegnim of Lafayette, as well as grandchildren Thomas Coelho and soon to arrive Maverick Pegnim He is also survived by his brother Donald Pegnim of Brewster, NY. All who knew Tom will miss his unique sense of humor and contagious laugh.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation on Friday, July 18, 2014 from 5-8 p.m. at Oakmont Memorial Park & Mortuary, 2099 Reliez Valley Road in Lafayette. Guests are also invited to the funeral service on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Lafayette Orinda Presbyterian Church, 49 Knox Drive in Lafayette. The burial will occur at Oakmont Memorial Park & Mortuary at 11:00 a.m. Immediately following burial a celebration of Tom's life will be held at Contra Costa Country Club, 801 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill. In lieu of flowers the family wishes donations be sent to either The Pegnim & Ivancich Youth Foundation (Care of Pegnim & Ivancich LLP, 3440 Hillcrest Ave., Suite 175, Antioch, CA 94531) or the De La Salle High School Brotherhood Fund (1130 Winton Drive Concord, CA 94518; 925-288-8106), both of which were near and dear to Tom's heart.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Jul. 11 to Jul. 13, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Pegnim

34 Entries

Fowlers

July 7, 2024

Mr. Pegnim, It's hard to believe ten years have passed. You are dearly missed by so many.

Douglas Starns

July 6, 2023

Miss you, Tom. The smartest, friendliest opponent I ever had. 9

John Titchenal

July 6, 2020

Mr. Pegnim.... It just doesnt seem like 6 years have passed. I want you to know that you are thought of very often and the work you did to help me out has been life changing... I hope your family is well and Im sure they miss you constantly. I have no doubt your wonderful spirit has gone on to the next chapter in your journey, but the trail you left in the lives of others will live on. Looks like our Giants may jot play this year, but hopefully this horrible virus will ebb and next year we can be in the running with our new coach!... Peace be with you Tom, and thanks again for everything!.... JT

August 12, 2019

Rev Smith

August 12, 2019

My Condolences to the Family, I miss Mr.Pegnim sense of humor and laugh, but most of all his billiant no nonsense approach to details and life. I will miss him much and he will always be remember in heart and part of my life. Thank you and God keep you. Rev Smith

August 29, 2014

I just read the flyer sent out by the firm. I am stunned. Mr. Pegnim just wrapped my case up in May. He truly was a great man and I wish him well on his next journey. I will never forget him.. Thank you, sir!....

John Titchenal
Brentwood

Don Daniel

August 4, 2014

My deepest condolences to the family of Tom. Tom was a briilant man and endearing to all who came in contact with him. He will be missed.

Jane Pence

July 21, 2014

I've been a client for 10 years. What I want to say is that with his wonderful ability as an attorney, he really turned my life around. My health is better, and still getting better in large part due to his efforts. I have respect, admiration and appreciation. I will really miss him.

Charlene Jaeger

July 21, 2014

My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Pegnim family.

Frank Diaz

July 18, 2014

I will truly miss Tom's humor, but what I will miss most is how smart he was and his passion for his work. My condolences to his family and his office. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Velma Wilson

July 16, 2014

I have been a client of the firm for 4 years and have built such a bond with the entire staff. Shannon, I began to think about seeing you and your dad at the Green & White Ball and watching him stand proud to have his baby girl escorting him in the room. Cherish the memories and thank you for sharing your dad with so many. My closest thought was seeing him in action at Court. God bless you and my prayers of peace and comfort for the entire family & staff of Pegnim & Ivancich

July 16, 2014

I'm Tom Pegnim's cousin.
He was two years older than myself, so I've
effectively known him for sixty years.
I'm aware of his accomplishments, interests,
what he was proud of, the general sum of his
life. But all I want to impart to you is what I
think is the essence of the man.
Whenever I talk to my mother, his Aunt Betty,
aged 88, about Tom, she always says, " He's a
real nice guy." It's a simple thought but it's
everything. Time and again, I think of what to say but I can't get past those words.
It's a fitting epitaph. It's a wonderful epitaph.
It's my cousin Tom
Jim

July 16, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. My condolences to Tom's family.. He was a great man that helped many. He will truly be missed. - Jaylene Allison

Steve Campisi

July 15, 2014

My sympathy for the family and close friends. Tom was my comp atorney. He was a warm and sincere person. He help many and made them feel like they were his only client. I understand he was a train enthusiest also. He told me a few interesting train historical facts. Again I'm sorry he is no longer with us. He wil always be remembered.

Brian Fleischer

July 15, 2014

My condolences to the Pegnim family and those closest to him.

Kathy Empringham

July 15, 2014

My entire family wishes to extend our deepest condolences at this time. I walk through the office and everything looks the same but feels so different. Not only was he my employer but he was a part of all my milestones since moving to California, and I cannot fathom what it is going to be like not having him here to sound things off of. He spoke of his family often and was so proud of his kids. He was still madly in love with his wife and loved to recount their travels with us. Grace to the entire Pegnim family.

July 14, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Tom's sudden passing. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. M. Castruccio

mike mcdonald

July 14, 2014

Tom loved De La Salle. He was a great person and tough attorney to oppose. Tom will be missed.

Doug Starns

July 14, 2014

In eternal memory of a great man.

Doug Starns

July 14, 2014

Tom was an honest, honorable, humorous, intelligent, thoughtful, helpful man. Though on opposite sides of the law, he was a great friend and even a mentor. No matter how disputatious a case, he never showed any acrimony to me. I will miss him more than anyone I have ever lost. I will never believe he is gone, and thank God for all the good memories I have of him. I miss you, Tom.

Sharon Metter

July 14, 2014

Please accept my most sincere condolences. Tom worked hard for my husband, Mike and has been of great support to me, as well. Praying for Tom's family and loved ones. Godspeed, Tom.

Kay Lane

July 14, 2014

funny, brilliant, worked hard and we enjoyed the profits of that work. Remembrance of Tom always brings a smile to my face. I count it a privilege to have known him. God's blessings to his family and friends.
Kay Lane

Maria Chandler

July 14, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Pegnim's death. He has been my attorney and from the moment I met him, I found him to funny, kind and very knowledgeble about the law. I will pray for him and for all your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Mark & Cecelia Williams and Family

July 14, 2014

Dear Sue and Family, we were shocked and saddened to hear of Tom's passing. Please accep our deepest condolences and our prayers during this difficult time.

Jose Cuevas

July 13, 2014

Our heart felt condolences to the family & staff, in our prayers, May god bless you in this sad moment, may god have him by his side. Jose cuevas & family??

Carolyn Poetzsch

July 13, 2014

Sue and family, I am deeply saddened to hear of Tom's death. I so remember those days when we were all raising young families. Tom was such an involved parent and part of the school and neighborhood communiities. He will be missed. Fred and I send our thoughts your way.

Kim Canepa

July 13, 2014

My deepest condolences to the family! I am so saddened to hear this news. Mr Pegnim handled a case of mine and if it was not for him and his expertise and the perfect outcome of my case I would probably not be here today I honestly owe him my life and wish I could tell him this today. He is a wonderful man and will be missed by sooo many.

MaryAnn Liebschutz

July 13, 2014

Sue know that you and your family are in my prayers. May you find peace to get through this time and know many are praying for you.

July 13, 2014

Dear Sue and Family, What a shock! It seems like just yesterday we were at Boy Scouts or LOPC, mostly talking about the kids, of course. Tom seemed larger than life to me, full of life, so it's hard to think he could be gone so suddenly. My prayers for peace and strength to face the coming weeks and months are with you. Kathleen Moseley Krentz

Ruiz - Guitron Family

July 13, 2014

It was an honor to have known and worked with such a wonderful, generous, caring man and I will truly miss him. I will forever be thankful for everything he did for me and my family. My heartfelt condolences to his family that he loved. May God grant you the serenity and peace that you need to get through this loss. Stay strong and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Terri Sameron

July 12, 2014

To the Pegnim family, all my love and prayers to all of you. TMP was truly one of a kind. And he will be so greatly missed. His laugh and love of life will remain forever.

Ronald Cole

July 12, 2014

Dear Pegnim Family,
I'm so very sad to here of your great loss. You don't know me, but I handled Tom's and Lisa's yellow page and online advertising at ATT for.seven.to.eight years. Tom always made me feel as if I were a.friend, and not just a sales rep. I enjoyed our conversations more than anything. I always told friends.that if they need.an attorney in a field he.specialized, he was the go to guy. I never knew.he had affiliations with De La.Salle H.S. Most of my seven brothers-in-law attended there, as well as my wife at Carondlet. One of my brothers-in-law teach at DLS.now.
Tom was a man.of.campassion and always."got me," when we had conversations. I.was always impressed with his words of wisdom and wit, also! I know he.always took you, Sue on awesome trips in Oct., because he would be.gone and that's when I would be.working with him to meet our deadline for the phone book. He also shared your Zappos shoe story, as my wife has a difficult time finding shoes to fit. So, we took his.advice and my wife ordered eleven.pairs.of dress shoes two weeks.prior to her brother's.wedding. And in the box was one pair of "glass slippers!"
The rest were sent back and all was well!
While I have retired from the former ATT Advertising Solutions, I will always remember Tom and the wonderful guy he was. May.God continue to bless you all.
In deepest sympathy,
Ronald Cole
Concord

Sharon Bach

July 12, 2014

My deepest condolences to Sue, Shannon, Caitlin and all the Pegnims on the loss of Tom. He was a huge part of our community, always willing to help out with a ready smile. I will remember him as a good neighbor, a helpful member of swim team, and a wonderful coach for my daughter Katie's peewee soccer team, eternally patient with the kids, who loved him! He will be sorely missed. . .

Tom Finn

July 11, 2014

I'm sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I will remember Tom for his humor and his passionate advocacy on behalf of his clients. He was a very worthy and honest adversary. My condolences to his family.

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