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Thomas G. "Tommy" Lefebvre

1938 - 2009

BORN

1938

DIED

2009

Thomas Lefebvre Obituary

Longtime local resident Thomas George Lefebvre, 70, passed away peacefully April 29, 2009, at his Kelso home.

He was born Aug. 12, 1938, in Lincoln, N.H., and graduated from R.A. Long High School in 1957.

Tommy served in the Navy, stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii. He retired as a concrete specialist, working through the local laborer's union. Tommy loved fishing with his best friend, Gene Carroll. He was an avid reader and enjoyed playing cards. Tommy was always willing to lend a hand. He loved his family with all his heart.

Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Tommy and Kim Lefebvre of Kelso and Timmy Lefebvre of Friday Harbor, Wash.; a stepdaughter, Stephanie "Sissy" Wehtje (Brad); two stepsons, Marc Embree (Patty) of Castle Rock and Jack Lefebvre of Seattle; a brother, Edmond Lefebvre (Debbie) of Toutle; two grandchildren, Danielle and Stephanie; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Tommy was preceded in death by his father, George Lefebvre; and his mother, Clarrissa Maye (Thomas) Triplett.

A memorial service will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 10 at the Kelso Eagles, 609 S. Pacific.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Community Home Health & Hospice, P.O. Box 2067, Longview, WA 98632.

Arrangements are by Cascade Northwest Funeral Chapel at Green Hills Memorial Gardens & Crematory.

Please sign the guest book at www.tdn.com/obits.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Daily News on May 1, 2009.

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William J Triplett

May 6, 2009

My prayers are with you at this time.

Lower Columbia DAR Ladies

May 5, 2009

To the family of Thomas Lefebvre: Those who have died will never be forgotten. Their sacrifice for their country will live on forever in the hearts of all who cherish freedom. Remembering your loved one. Condolences,

Melody Morgan

May 2, 2009

Tom and Kimber, My heart goes out to you and your family on your loss. He is resting in peace and safe in Gods hands. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Much love to you all.

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