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Thomas Smurthwaite Obituary
December 18, 1965 ~ November 27, 2020
Late of San Mateo, and San Mateo County resident for his entire life, entered into heaven suddenly at home on November 27, 2020. Beloved husband of Patricia for 23 years. Loving father of Zachary and Nathan. Devoted son of Dolores and the late Thomas Smurthwaite. Dear brother of Gary (his wife Tina), Larry (his wife Denise) and Jed (his wife Lina). Also survived by his nieces, nephews and cousins along with numerous friends and family who loved him dearly.
Raised in San Bruno, California, age 54 years.
An Alumni of Capuchino High School in San Bruno and of San Jose State. Employed with Landsberg / Orora Packaging Distributors in Newark, CA for more than 30 years. Tom enjoyed nothing more than being with his family and his boys.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions attendance is limited. Private Committal Service will take place at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Colma.
Condolences may be sent c/o Chapel of the Highlands, 194 Millwood Drive, Millbrae, CA 94030.
His family appreciates donations to the American Heart Association at www.americanheart.org.
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David Callies
December 29, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. I just learned of his passing. I only met him once. I hope you are doing well. I would be happy to talk if you would like to. My best to you and the boys.
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Anthony
December 3, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. The good go way too soon.
Lonnie O’Brien
December 3, 2020
Michael and I are so terribly sorry about Tom. We Wycoff girls love the Smurthwaite boys. I never babysat for Tom. But my sisters did. My sisters told us us about how Tommy always wanted a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. And to watch speed racer. And what a sweet young boy he was. Laurie, Gary, Larr, and Jed. You have our most sincere sympathy. ❤
Steve Bowman
November 30, 2020
Tommy was such a good man who love is boys so much when he talk about them he would like up he had a amazing heart for all people God Blessed Tommy and his beautiful family ❤
Brian Torok
November 30, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Tom was always smiling and such a great guy to be around. Patty, you were always like a big sister to me and I am so sorry to hear about Tom. Our prayers are with you and the boys in this time of grieving. Love, Brian and Mary Torok
Pam Seligman
November 30, 2020
Zack, I was so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. All of your HHS family sends our love and support to you, Nate, and your mom.
Suzanne Arnaud
November 30, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Teresa Higares
November 30, 2020
I had the pleasure of working with Tom for many years. I was a witness to Tom and Patti meeting and dating each other. You could see the love they had for each other. They truly had a wonderful bond. My prayers and condolences to the family. Tom is resting with the rest of the Angels
November 30, 2020
My deepest condolences to the entire family. Always had a great love and admiration for Tommy. Patti, Zack and Nate, I am so sorry. Love always, Deb and Aldo
American Heart Association
November 30, 2020
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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