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Thomas Grainger Obituary
June 24, 1988 - March 5, 2017
Palmer, Alaska
Thomas Joseph Grainger was born June 24, 1988, in Salinas and passed away suddenly March 5, 2017, outside of Nome, Alaska.
Tom resided in Palmer, Alaska. He graduated from Salinas High School in 2006 and received his pilot's license that summer after graduating from high school. He received a degree in business from Sacramento State in 2010. Tom always dreamed about living in Alaska and drove there with a college buddy, in a beat-up old Ford Bronco, in the summer of 2010. He quickly settled into the Alaskan lifestyle, making many friends along the way. He also found his love, Kristina Roush and her beautiful daughter, Hannah. They were planning to be married in December of this year. Tom was widely known around Anchorage by the many people he dealt with in his job as a Traffic Control Supervisor and for his community involvement, especially his part in the annual Fur Rondy Festival that kicks off the Iditarod Dog Sled race. While living in Salinas Tom was involved in the California Rodeo, where he assisted his Dad in the announcing stand.
Tom is survived by his parents, Joe and Lori Grainger, of Salinas; his two sisters, Maggie and Brittney, of San Francisco; his grandparents, Manuel and Laura Gularte of Salinas, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He also leaves behind his fiancée, Kristina Roush and his soon to be step-daughter, Hannah of Palmer, Alaska.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Sunday, March 19, 2017, at the Rodeo Grounds in Salinas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tom's name to your favorite charity.
Tom's quick wit, incredible smile, giving heart, and sense of humor will be forever and deeply missed.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Grainger
Pam Singley
March 16, 2017
Lori,
I am so very sorry. Love and prayers to you and your family.
March 15, 2017
Lori,
Our family was so sorry to hear about your son Tom. We hope you and your family can find comfort in the memories that you all shared together.. Sons are special and seem to grow up very fast, they pursue the adventure that their hearts lead them to, they seem to enjoy life to the fullest but they never forget where they came from and where they grew up. Tom's adventure to Alaska must have been so special for him as it sounds he found the love of his life and a family of his own.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Lori and your family.
Alan & Amy Jones
Coeur d' Alene, Idaho
Kenny Jones
Portland, Oregon
March 15, 2017
Please accept my condolences for your loss, may you find comfort and strength
from reading Matthew 5:4 during this difficult time.
Jordan Moore
March 15, 2017
Tom was one of the best guys I knew back in High school. My deepest condolences to his family, fiancee and friends.
March 15, 2017
I'm sorry for your loss. God is close to the brokenhearted and he save those who are crushed in spirit. May God be with you during this difficult time.
March 15, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort from our Heavenly Father, the Hearer of prayers.
Psalm 86:6-7
March 15, 2017
Joe and Lori you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Patty Lamar
Allison Murphy
March 15, 2017
Tom you were my best friend no matter how far we stayed in contact. I love you more than I could ever put into words. Thank you for helping me pull my head outta my butt and to start looking forward. I will miss you Mr. Grainger but I will never forget you. With all my heart,
D T
March 14, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family. May fond memories and loving words console your hearts during this sad time.-Isaiah 57:15
Mal
March 14, 2017
You'll be greatly missed Tom. We all loved you so much!
Melissa Martin
March 13, 2017
Terry& Melissa Laughton Martin
Melissa Martin
March 13, 2017
Terry & Melissa Laughton Martin
Diana & John Trapani
March 13, 2017
May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Kira Boyd
March 11, 2017
Algone's hearts and prayers go out to Tom's family and his Fiance Kristina and her daughter Hannah during this terrible time. We are so very for your loss.
Mike Sauvageau
March 10, 2017
May God give you comfort as you grieve the loss of your son, fiance and best friend. I am so very sorry for your loss!
Allison Murphy
March 10, 2017
Tom is the best friend I have ever been blessed with. He is forever in my heart and will always be love and never be forgotten.
KELLEY
March 10, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
March 10, 2017
My heartfelt condolences. Losing a loved one is never easy. Our loving Heavenly Father knows your pain and cares for you in this time of sorrow. (Jeremiah 29:11)
March 10, 2017
My heartfelt condolences. Losing a loved one is never easy. Our loving Heavenly Father knows your pain and cares for you in this time of sorrow. (Jeremiah 29:11)
Leigh Hackbert
March 9, 2017
The world is a little less interesting now. To say you will be missed is an understatement.
March 9, 2017
God speed, Tom.
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