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Thomas Crompton Obituary
Tom is survived by his wife of 20 yrs., Jacqueline (Eno) Crompton. He leaves a son, Robert Crompton and his wife Rachel of Worcester and their son Connor. He also leaves 4 brothers: Richard Crompton and his wife Randy Lee of Rutland, Robert Crompton and his wife Mary of Worcester, Charles Crompton and his wife Jill of Derry, NH, and Douglas Crompton and his wife Laura of Webster; a sister, Winifred Gendron and her husband Alfred of Worcester; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Marilyn Sharron.
He was born April 23, 1942, in Worcester, son of the late Thomas and Marjorie Crompton. He grew up in Worcester, and graduated from South High School, and Worcester State Teacher's College where he also obtained his Masters degree in Education. Tom taught math at Mary E. Wells Jr High School in Southbridge for 39 yrs., retiring 2005. Years ago, Tom was an avid swimmer at the YMCA in Worcester where he also worked with youth groups in between his studies. He also took great pride in the cars he owned, some of them being collectables by today's standards. Most of all he enjoyed his 2 golden retrievers: "Chief 1" and "Chief 2".
Calling hours are Friday, Sept. 30th, from 5-7 PM at Sansoucy Funeral Home, 40 Marcy St., Southbridge with a funeral home service at 6:30 PM. A graveside service will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011 at Mt. Vernon Cemetery Church St., W. Boylston, MA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Crompton
Stephanie Fritz
October 6, 2011
I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Crompton's passing. He was an inspirational teacher who made math class memorable. I'm sure there's not a student out there who won't look back fondly on his Chief stories. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Rebecca Cunningham
October 6, 2011
Oh Uncle Tom, I wish i could have been there to say goodbye to you. I'll never forget you and all the memories i have of you as I grew up. Always having a new caddy that you were so proud of, chief following behind you wagging his tail and probably my most memorable of being the flower girl in your wedding to aunt jackie. You will be missed by everyone whose life you touched. RIP. Love you.
October 1, 2011
I may have had Mr Crompton only a year, but his class was the best I had. I don't have many good memories of Mary E Wells. I do remember almost every Math class I had with him. Thanks to you Mr Crompton for showing the better side of math and teaching altogether. Rest Easy....
Daniel Fournier
Justin Bernard
September 30, 2011
To the Crompton family,
I never did have Mr. Cropmpton for a math teacher, I did have him for Homeroom in 6th grade. However may he rest in peace.
Richard Crompton
September 30, 2011
I wanted to say something about my oldest brother, TOM (teacher of the millennium). From what I have read in the guest book, most of the kids,(now young adults) felt the same way. Yes, Tom had a way to get his profession and true love (math) instilled in their minds and it stuck because it was different, humorous and meaningful all at once. He cared about those kids and their education. He really and truly did. Now, as an older brother, he really took charge. Sometimes it worked and sometimes it didn't.A brother is different than a student. However, he was always there when we got stuck and needed some help. T.C. Yes, TC is the way he introduced himself most of the time. But he didn't have to introduce himself to me. So I remember TC standing for Tom and Chief (his dog). God, he loved those dogs. (there were three of them over the years). And, I'm sure most of his students and the faculty know who they were too. He was a kind man who always stuck to his lesson plan of life. (Teach them, make them smile and head them in the right direction). So Tom, as you leave this earth and pass through those pearly gates, stick to that lesson plan and some day we'll meet again. Say hi to Marilyn and Mom and Dad for me. I love you and will truly, truly miss you. Richard.
Patricia (Buccelli) Marsh
September 30, 2011
Mr. Crompton... YOU are one of the reasons that I became a math teacher! When my students ask my why I tell them about you, your passion for education and your love of math. May there be chalk holders, airport submarine races and NO pains in the lower back in heaven! Enjoy the eternal teacher's lounge! RIP Mr. Crompton
Thomas Crompton
September 29, 2011
Laura
September 29, 2011
You will truly be missed,you have touched many lives.I am honored to have had you as a brother in law.I will miss your stories and your sense of humor.You had such a big heart and wanted the best for your family as well as your students. After reading the heartfelt messages from your former students,it was like listening to your OPUS.You will be missed.
Doug
September 29, 2011
Tom you are truley missed. You were the true sense of a big brother. I have as many memories of things I learned and great times we had as your students have of you. Being Toms youngest brother was great. Most of all his studying was done in my youngest years. So as I grew older we were able to spend more time together. Times at the beach, swiming at the YMCA. To name a few. He taught me how to become a responsible dad. With three children of our own he was always concerned about their schooling. Tom with all the hundreds or thousands of lives you have touched the most I think mine was in the top five. Love you
Lisa Vazquez Chickering
September 29, 2011
Rest ever so peacfully in the arms of our Lord.
Randy Lee Crompton
September 29, 2011
What a legacy for Tom, not only as a great teacher but a good person. Thank you all for your kind thoughts and comments. He will be missed by his family,too. Randy Lee Crompton, sister-in-law
September 28, 2011
Tom Crompton would be so very pleased by the wonderful comments from his former students, a teacher's greatest reward. He was a kind and generous soul and we will miss him.
Ann O'Connell
Southbridge Retired Teachers' Association
Joanne Talabac
September 28, 2011
Mr. Crompton was a great Math teacher... He was well liked by alot of his students, especially me. Joanne Talabac
Cheila Garcia
September 28, 2011
I remember Mr. C in and out of the classroom. I was never a real big fan of Math and although he tried to convince me it wasn't that bad with his jokes and persistance he couldn't. What he did however do was make me appreciate who he was as a caring individual and person. He was a smart man with a big heart. I am saddened by this great loss to the Southbridge Community that I grew up in. He definitely made a great impact in the lives of thousands of people including mine and almost my entire family. My deepest and sincerest condolences
Shannon Blando (Goulet)
September 28, 2011
Approximately 23 years ago, I met a wonderful bright eyed smiling man named Mr. Crompton. My Crompton was my math teacher at Wells Junior High. I am graduating class 2004 and from time to time I still saw Mr. Crompton and still that smile remained. I was a girl that hated Math. I always felt I was terrible at it and always had to struggle. Mr. Crompton made lasting impressions and a huge impact on my life then and now. He made math fun with great stories and picture of "Chief" his retriever who he was so very proud of. He pushed me in class to be the best I could and I will be forever grateful. He is one of few teacher's who I can honestly say made in a difference in my life as I'm sure he did for others over the years as it was his nature. He will be greatly missed and my condolences go out to his family.
Laurie Fazio
September 28, 2011
I will always remember Mr. Crompton as the best Math Teacher there ever was in the Southbridge Public Schools. I feel fortunate to have had him as a Teacher.
Laurie Lamprey Fazio
Dave Beams
September 28, 2011
Tom was a South High class.I was always impressed by how smart he was,yet always easy to talk with. I m not surprised his students remember him in a caring way. I also worked with his brother Doug for several years.My condolences to his family.
Glenn Montigny
September 28, 2011
I remember Mr C teaching me math back in the 60s. He was a passionate teacher and always had a smile for us. He definitely loved his work and his students. He'll be missed.
danny webber
September 28, 2011
I remember Mr Crompton and he always told me to buy savings bonds with my money....I took his advice and still have them....not worth a lot but it was the first savings I did. I always liked him and his stories. He will be missed.
Cristina vovolakis
September 28, 2011
Today I am very sad to hear that Mr. Crompton has passed.What a wonderful teacher he was. I had him for 6th and 7th grade math. I am now 40 years old and still remember all the fun loving stories about Cheif his dog. He was among the best of the best. My prayers and sympathy go out to all of his family in this time of sorrow.
Jocelyn Crompton
September 28, 2011
Love you uncle tom <3
Stacie Brindle
September 28, 2011
My prayers are with you at this difficult time. Mr. Crompton was one of the most memorable teachers ever.
Scott Duval
September 28, 2011
So sad to see TC go
Mary Chaplin
September 28, 2011
I will always remember TC Crompton as the man who finally gave me an interest in math and the skills I needed to succeed in life. If not for Mr C I would never have learned many helpful life skills. His legacy will continue to live on in the many lives he touched.
Andrew Lamica
September 28, 2011
I hate to hear that about Mr. Crompton. He was a wonderful teacher and great person. I was fortunate to be a student of his at Wells Jr. High School. We are praying for the family during this difficult time.
Andrew and Candy Lamica and family
Julie Pena
September 28, 2011
Crompton Family:
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Mr. Crompton was a great teacher that our children was fortunate to have at Wells Middle School, thank you.
Mr. & Mrs. Luis Pena & Family
Michael Garceau
September 28, 2011
I remember "Mr. C" fondly. Although I was unfortunate to not have him as a teacher, his greetings to us students walking the halls to our next class at the former Wells Jr. High School were genuine and really hysterical sometimes. If you were having a bad day, just one funny comment from Mr. C was all it took to make you smile!! Rest in the arms of the angels, Mr. C! We have missed you over these years!
Eudoxia Tsongalis-Arruda
September 27, 2011
Often times educators don't realize what kind of positive impact they have on their students' lives. Your love of Math seemed to rub off on your students. And as a former math student of yours I am truly grateful. You were truly a credit to your profession and your legacy will live on through your family.
Stephanie DeMartino
September 27, 2011
O is for Oreo! Not zero. I'll never forget that Mr. Crompton. My thoughts and prayers to your family at this sad time.
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