Thomas Tuma Obituary

age 73, of Mt. Pleasant passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020, at the McLaren Bay Regional Hospital. Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held when safe. Tom was born October 2, 1947, in Detroit, to the late Norman and Ovelia (George) Tuma. After moving from Detroit with his family in 1964, Tom graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1966. He married Devra Warren in 1985. Tom worked for Fabiano Brothers, Inc. for 42 years, finishing his career as the company’s Chief Operating Officer after serving in several management positions. Tom was an avid golfer and hunter, and loved to boat, fish, and be near the water in his retirement. Tom is survived by his wife, Devra Tuma, of Mt. Pleasant, MI; two sons, Tyler (Amanda) Tuma, of Hudsonville, MI, and Trenton Tuma, of Mt. Pleasant, MI; three grandchildren, Oliver, Pierce, and August Tuma of Hudsonville, MI; brothers, Jerry (Marcia) Tuma, of Rogers City, MI, and Ted Tuma, of Mt. Pleasant, MI. Tom was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Nellie Ann Tuma; and sister-in-law, Denise Tuma. Memorials: American Diabetes Association or Isabella Community Soup Kitchen. You may view Tom’s obituary online and send a condolence to the family, share a story, or place a memorial donation at

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Published by Morning Sun from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2020.

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Ron George

December 4, 2020

Here, in a few words. is what I could write a book about titled: “Being Tom Tuma’s First Cousin”

Tom and I were born 5 years apart in Detroit and lived near enough that he and I and all of us first cousins, saw each other often. Later, Tom and I spent many golf trips together with our uncles, their friends, and our siblings. In recent years we saw each other annually at reunions and at special events. The stories I could tell about my many experiences with Tom are endless and any attempt I make here to describe this man will understate reality. But I’ll still try. My dear cousin Tom was:

•A unique “character,” not like anyone else you know
•“Bigger than Life”: physically imposing and always dressed to the hilt
•Warm and generous – always there when you needed him
•Genuine: you always got the real guy, no pretentions
•Very successful at work and at play
•Very interesting: being with Tom was always a “party”
•Talented: quick witted, and skilled at the things that interested him
•A close family guy, to his personal family and to us, his extended family

I am absolutely shocked by Tom’s death. I thought he was a guy who would “go on forever.” His memory will go on forever in those of us fortunate enough to have been a part of his life.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Devra, Tyler, Trenton, Amanda and family, Jerry, Marcia and family, Ted and family, and to all of us extended family members, friends and associates who loved and who will miss Tom dearly.

Ron George

Kim Rank

November 29, 2020

Tom was always gracious and kind to everyone. He had a big heart....I will miss him. To his family may the Lord be with you always in all ways.

November 23, 2020

Kev and I are so sorry to hear about Tom 's passing......
Kev so enjoyed Camp Wannaconnee w/ Tom .
May all the wonderful memories you have help you through these sad times. Kevin and Joan McCrone

Sue Carey-Bullard

November 20, 2020

Tom was such a fun, considetate man. I knew him from my Mom, Barb Carey, working for Norm back in the day of Tuma's Store on West M-20, High Street. Then he sponsored my bowling team. Class Act. Condolences to the family.
Respectfully,
Sue Carey-Bullard

Chuck Harry

November 20, 2020

Chuck,Patricia and the entire Harry family extends our sincere condolences to the Tuma family. What great memories we All have, high school, Pat working with Tom at restaurant at cold water lake with me drinking beer at bar waiting for her to get out of work. So many memories I could go on for ever!!!! I will miss Tom but remember him forever!!!

Clyde Weir

November 19, 2020

Rest In Peace my dear Friend. Loved you like a brother.

Dr Thomas & Jayne Keating

November 17, 2020

Devra, Trent, Tyler, Amanda and family, we are deeply saddened by Tom's passing. Tom was a great and special friend. We have many wonderful and happy memories of deer camp with Tom, the Ultimate Host. Tom loved his family and spoke often of his family and grandsons.
May he rest in peace.
Doc & Jayne Keating

Pamela

November 17, 2020

I’m so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Tom’s easy smile and warm personality. He was a great dad to his sons and friend to many. Pam Owens

kathy geiger zadel

November 16, 2020

I am so sad to hear of Tom's death. He was really a great
guy, and was always so nice to me. RIP old friend.
Kathy Geiger Zadel Twin Lake ,Mi

Pat Laughlin

November 16, 2020

Devra, Tyler, Trenton and family: I’m am shocked and saddened to learn of Tom’s passing. Always upbeat, terrific sense of humor, loving husband and Dad. I will find consolation in having had the opportunity to engage Tom in fun, frivolity and friendship. May God bless you, one and all.
✝ Pat Laughlin

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