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Thomas Redpath Obituary

SPRINGFIELD - Thomas E. Redpath II, 47, of Springfield passed away Monday, Nov. 17, 2008.

He was born Oct. 26, 1961, in Springfield, the son of Thomas E. and Shirley Guimard Redpath. He was preceded in death by his father.

Thomas worked as an electrician with IBEW Local 193. He loved spending time with his kids and grandkids. He loved dogs and babies and was a great father and grandpa. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and four wheelers in his free time. He also loved music and cars.

He is survived by his son, Thomas E. Redpath III of Springfield; daughter, Lynae Redpath of Springfield; and their mother, Lisa Redpath of Springfield; two stepsons, Stephen Rexroad and Patrick Rexroad, both of Riverton; mother, Shirley Redpath of Springfield; two brothers, Scott Redpath and Darin Redpath, both of Springfield; three sisters, Shelly Redpath and Rose Bartolomucci, both of California, and Trisha Redpath of Decatur; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial gathering will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008, at Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family of Thomas E. Redpath II, care of Vancil-Murphy Funeral Home.

Please visit www.vancilmurphy.com to offer your condolences.

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Published by The State Journal-Register on Nov. 20, 2008.

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anthony gates

January 20, 2022

I know its been a long time, and I am sorry about that. I miss everything about you, and want you to know how much I miss you, and your friendship. Your buddy, Tony

Bradley Titsworth

December 5, 2008

I will miss tom so much and so will his friends and family I only nkew him for about two months before he passed but in that time I found out that he was one of the nicest and for sure one of the most funniest guys i ever met kaylee me nancy and christa will miss him very much I miss him so much and im glad i got to know him for those two months

Kaylee Beckman

December 5, 2008

Tom meant the world to me my mom Krista and my little brother Blake. He more of a father to me then anyone. I miss his warm smile, his laugh..theres not a day that goes by that i dont think about you Tom. We miss you and love more then anything. You really did mean the world to me..I feel like I'm in a nightmare hoping someday I wake up at moms and ur there making breakfast with that cute smile. I love you Tom..and don't ever forget that.
Love,
Kaylee,Blake, & Krista

Leslie Batas

November 27, 2008

Shelly and family,
My mom and I send our condolences at this time of sorrow. May God bless all of you and our prayer are with you.
Leslie (Wysk) Batas and Sylvia (McNulty) Dorman

Steve Putrich

November 26, 2008

Trisha, I'm very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I hope the words of all those who cared so deeply for him will be of some comfort to you in this difficult time.

Brenda Willett

November 25, 2008

We will miss tom's great smile and friendly face, We will miss him at st.johns.

patty bennett(mayol)

November 24, 2008

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Stacy West

November 22, 2008

Tom, you always made us smile when we saw you and talked to you. We know you are in a better place now. We will miss you Homey!
Love, Roy, Stacy and the kids

Amy Holloway

November 22, 2008

Lisa-
My thoughts are with you & your children during this hard & sad time. Always remember how much Tom loved you & the kids & take comfort in that. You are a strong person & so are your children...please take care of yourselves & I will always be here if you need anything. Tom always had a great sense of humor & very friendly. Take comfort in knowing he is resting peacefully.

Brian Jesse

November 22, 2008

Lisa and Family, What can I say. I loved Tommy and all of you, some of my fondest memories have been running threw my mind for the last few days. Tommy was a friend, we worked and hung together for a few years, It was a true pleasure to call him.... and all of you my friends. Let me know if I can do anything to help.

Jan Monier

November 22, 2008

To Tommy's family, May you find peace and comfort in your memories. Shirl, we're here for you always. Love, Jan and Ron

Mona Strayhorn

November 22, 2008

Trisha, I was deeply sadden when I heard about Tom. I didn't know that Tom was your brother. Each and every time I would see Tom in
passing through the hall of St. John's
he always had a friendly smile on his
face and a happy hello. Not too
many faces are like that at St. John's. My prayers are with you and
your family. May God be with you
through these hard times.

Julie Bachman

November 22, 2008

Lisa,
You are one of my dearest friends. There are no words that I can ever say to help you and the kids through this difficult time, but just know that I love you all,my thoughts and prayers are with you, and will be here for you whatever you need.

Janet Thomas

November 21, 2008

My sincere sympathy to the entire family. Tommy and I worked together at St. John's and shared many conversations, laughs and silly times. He and his smile will truly be missed. May you all find peace and comfort in the many memories.

Aubrey Cramer

November 21, 2008

I am so sad to hear the news of Tom's passing. I have felt like part of the family since I was in elementary school and I have many fond memories growing up with Lynae and her entire family. Tom was always the greatest guy and had such a loving heart toward me and everyone. His presence will be greatly missed. I am so sorry and I will keep you all in my thoughts.

Penny Thompson

November 21, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lisa Kain

November 21, 2008

Lisa, Lynae, Tommy & Redpath family,

I am so sorry to hear about Tom. I can still remember him when we lived in Walnut Valley years ago, He was a good dad and loved working on things, in fact, we still have a stool that he made for Tonna and Patrick that my grankids use now. May God grant your family peace during this hard time. Your family is in my heart and prayers.

Mark Tansky

November 21, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

J Huffman

November 21, 2008

I grew up with Tom and have always known him to be full of life and living it to the fullest. He was a good person that I always respected. Quick to smile and laugh, lend a helping hand that didn't have to be asked.
They don't make 'em like that anymore.
Godspeed Tom, you will be missed.

Kerry Curvey

November 21, 2008

I knew Tom from work and he was always very friendly and helpful. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Julie Brooks (Gand)

November 21, 2008

Trisha & Roseann:
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort your family during this time.

Pam Ritter-Kellus

November 21, 2008

I don't know Tommy's family but was a class mate at Grant middle school. He was a great guy and a very nice person to have as a friend. My condolences to his family.

bailey rexroad

November 21, 2008

Papa I miss you as much as anything in the world. You mean the world to me. I would love when you use to take us on rides on any of your stuff or just invite us over for dinner. Mom and dad know you cared about us. You are a great cook. I still have the gutar tommy gave me and the one you taught me how to play on. I also remeber when you tryed to beat everone on gutar hero. HOPFULY i have said enough to show i love you so much.YOU are in my deems and i think about you all the time. P.S. love you and miss you.

bailey rexroad

November 21, 2008

Papa I love you so much. i will always konw that you took us on rides on the tractor and you were always there for us. We will always be there for someone we love vary much it is you. i will never forget you.You will still be in my dreems and deff in my heart!

Pam Bollinger Hilton Springfield

November 21, 2008

Tommy, I was saddened to hear the news of your father's passing. You and your family are in my prayers. Peace be with you.

Jami Hanselman

November 21, 2008

Trisha and Roseann, I was so sorry to hear of your family's loss. Tom was a patient at the dental practice I manage, and always had a smile. I lost my brother also this year. My heart goes out to you.

Susan Solon (IBEW 193)

November 21, 2008

I am so sorry to hear that Tom has passed. He was always a good union brother to me, even as an apprentice (back in the days when apprentices were the next best thing to dirt). When my daughter was born prematurely, he'd lift my spirits by telling me she'll be just fine, that he had a stepson who was a preemie and everything would be ok. He will be sorely missed by Local 193.

Katy Broglin

November 21, 2008

Our thoughts and prayes are with Tom's family and children- although he was our neighbor for a short time, he was truly one of the nicest guys I have ever met. May god be with your children and grandchildren.
Mike, Katy, Mac & Ryan

Scott & Debby Cowan (Guimard)

November 21, 2008

No words can file the emptiness you must be feeling but knowing there are a lot of people that loved Tommy can help ease the pain. Jack and I had a lot of great times with Tommy and I will cherish those memories forever. I am sure Jack was there waiting for Tommy with open arms. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.

Mike, Jill, Morgan & Jacob Dorworth

November 20, 2008

Pat, Deann, Hannah, Bailey & Katie,

We are so sorry for your loss. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers!! If you need anything just let us know! Girls, always know that Papa is looking over you. He will forever be in your hearts. If you ever need a hug always know he is there with his arms wrapped around you tightly. May your entire family find comfort within each other and find strength to overcome this difficult time.

Courtney Peecher

November 20, 2008

There are no words to express my deepest sympathies... I will keep you and your family in my prayers. To tommy who is a close friend to me and his family that I have always admired and thought highly of... I love you and I pray that God is with you and your family

Tina Theobald

November 20, 2008

To the Redpath Family...

Please accept my condolences on the loss of Tommy.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

PAULA CALL

November 20, 2008

Trisha so sorry for you and your family's loss

Patrick Rexroad

November 20, 2008

Dad you made me laugh with all your jokes and imitations of people. You made me smile everytime you took the girls for rides on the tractor or just gave them something small to show you cared about them I know I wasnt a biological son but that never mattered. I never new how much I loved a person until someone you care about is gone. Thanks for being there for me and the girls and god love you.

Kathy Lamar

November 20, 2008

Shirley,Shelly, Lisa,
Im am so sorry to hear about Tom. He was always full of life and smiles.I remember when the boys were building Shirley's garage next door to Amie my daughter house on stokebridge. He was always playing tricks on his brothers.He showed so much love and care for his family. Shelly, its been along time sence I've seen you. We worked at the bank together. Lisa, take care. Our throughs and prayers are with you and all your family.Remember all the good times!

Marti Williams

November 20, 2008

Lynae and family,
My deepest sympathy to you and yours......

Michael Saltsgaver

November 20, 2008

I felt as though my heart was ripped out finding out that my good friend Tommy has passed. He was a customer of mine at the downtown Starbucks. He would bring us breakfast burritos and other foods that he made at home. I will truly, truly miss Tommy's infectious smile and his way of always making you laugh. I would give anything to see him again. I hope that the Redpath famliy find peace in the coming days and weeks in this sad and troubling time.

Donna Wables Paoni

November 20, 2008

So sorry for your loss.

Britni Laager

November 20, 2008

Lynae, Lisa, and Tommy,
Amanda and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers. May your family bond grow even closer during this troubling time.
Love Always,
The Laager Family

Becky (Rexroad) Havrilka

November 20, 2008

Lisa and family,
You're in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Please express our sympathy to the kids.

Monica Noreuil

November 20, 2008

Tommy- Kristin & I want to give you all of our condolences, and let you know that we are thinking about you and your family-Let us know if you need anything at all.

Jodie Hovey

November 20, 2008

Roseann & Trisha,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kim Homeier (Biggs)

November 20, 2008

Tommy and I worked together at St. John's for many years. He was always upbeat and smiling. I hadn't seen him in years, but just happened to run into him this past weekend at a restaurant. We talked for a few minutes about what we had been up to since the last time we saw each other. It hit me hard this morning seeing his obituary in the paper. I am so glad that I got to see him one last time. To his family, I offer my sincerest condolences. He had a contagious smile, and knew had to make you laugh!

Shannon Tinkham

November 20, 2008

Lisa, Lynae, Trisha and family,

My heart broke this morning when I found out that Tom had passed away. I was just thinking about him Sunday night realizing it had been a few months since I had spoken with him. I am grateful and blessed that we got to create a bond between each other as brother and sister and I will always cherish that. He will always be in my thoughts and your family will always be in my prayers. I will deeply miss him. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you and your family. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Hannah, Bailey, Katelyn

November 20, 2008

To our papa
We will always love and miss you. God took you to be with him and now you are our guardian angel. Watch over us as we grow.

Trisha Hoagland

November 20, 2008

Shirley & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You will all be in our thoughts and in our prayers.
John, Trisha, & Ava Hoagland

Sharon VanDerWal Graham

November 20, 2008

Shirley, we worked at Aetna Casualty way back, you in P&C and I in Claims. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Patty Carnduff (Reed)

November 20, 2008

Lisa and Redpath family:

I was very saddened when I opened the paper today and saw Tom's picture. I'm not sure if I will be able to make it to the memorial on Saturday. We used to have some good times with you and Tom and Jack and Debby Guimard. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Tom sure had a contagious smile. He will be sadly missed.

Darcy Barnes

November 20, 2008

Lisa and kids - you are in my prayers. I am truly sorry for your loss. Tom will be missed by many. He had one of those contagious smiles. Darcy Barnes

Craig Ballow

November 20, 2008

My Brutha,I will miss butting knuckles and you pulling me up for a hug but Tommy boy will always be there you know the smile to light up a room and your comical cartoon voices and man the flavor of your cooking perfection to light your tastebuds I will pray for your family I LOVE YOU BRO See you in Heaven Soar With The Eagles

Jitonna Kain

November 20, 2008

Lynae, I am so sorry for your loss I know how close you and your dad were, he was a very kind hearted, all around great person and I will forever remember him and My heart goes out to you and your family, and your family will be in my prayers.

Tina (Reinheimer) Dye

November 20, 2008

My heart goes out to your entire family. Thinking of all of you during this time...

Tammy Truax

November 20, 2008

My deepest sympathy to you all at this,your time of sorrow may God see you through and comfort you.

Kathryn Miller-Vehovc

November 20, 2008

To the Redpath Family,

You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I know what you all are going through, and you just have to remember the good times to get you through. I remember how close you all were to each other.
God Bless!

Tim Conkey

November 20, 2008

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

ANGELA HOFER

November 20, 2008

Our hearts are heavy with sadness for the Redpath family. Tommy will live on in spirit through his children and grandchildren. We will continue to pray for your family.

Angie and Kim

JACK CRUISE

November 20, 2008

TO THE FAMILY OF TOM REDPATH SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR LOVE ONE. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME OF SORROW.

Karl Lercher

November 20, 2008

My deepest heartfelt condolences to you Darren, your Mother and family.

November 20, 2008

Tom was very friendly and helpful person to work with here at st.johns.
His smile has been missed. My heart goes out to his family. I will pray that God will give you all some peace through this difficult time.
God Bless
Becky Williams - St.John's Empl.

ronda byerline

November 20, 2008

shirley-shelly-scotty-rosie-trisha-d
and entire family....
....my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. tommy's smile was genuine along with his heart.--he will TRULY be missed.
much love to you all....
ronda "driver" byerline

Cindy Jones

November 20, 2008

I am very sorry to hear that Tom has passed away. He was such a nice man. I hadn't seen him in a long time, but ran into him at St Johns Hospital a couple of years ago where he was working. It was great to catch up with him.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann (Leonard) Yocum

November 20, 2008

Shirley & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Tommy and the rest of the kids many years ago while we lived at Candletree. More recently working with you Shirley and hearing the stories about your wonderful kids. I will keep you in my thoughts through this very sad time.

Norene Fields

November 20, 2008

I am deeply saddened to hear of Tommy's passing. My heart and prayers are with his family.

Hannah, Bailey, Kaetelyn

November 20, 2008

To our Papa
We love you and will always miss you. God took you to be with him and now we you are our gaurdian angel. Watch over us as we grow.

Robert & Connie Burns

November 20, 2008

Tom was a good friend and neighbor. We will miss his friendship, smile and witt.

Our prayers go out to his mother, sisters and brothers and children.

Jenn Myers

November 20, 2008

My family and I are thinking of the family and will continue to keep you in our hearts.....Jennifer Myers

Casey Hamilton

November 19, 2008

Just wanted to tell the family my prays are with them in this difficult time.Sorry for your loss.God bless,

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