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Thomas Simrell Obituary
Thomas J. Simrell Jr., DMD, a resident of Greenfield Twp., died unexpectedly at home Sunday. His fiancée is Tania Mangiola.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of Helen Cavanaugh Simrell, Scranton, and the late Thomas J. Simrell Sr. He was a graduate of Scranton Central High School. He was of the Catholic faith. In 1980 he received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Scranton, and in 1984 he received his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry from the University of Pennsylvania. In 1992 to 1994 he obtained a Fellowship and a Mastership in the Academy of General Dentistry. Tom was proud of his service in the United States Navy where from 1984 to 1986 he was a dental officer MAG-13 FA18 Fighter Pilots at El Toro Marine Corps Air Station, El Toro, Calif., and from 1986 to 1988 he was chief dental officer at Sigonella Naval Air Station 1 and 2 in Sigonella, Sicily. He obtained the rank of officer third class and was discharged honorably. From 1988 until recently, he operated the Dr. Simrell General Dentistry Office in Dunmore, Pa.
Also surviving are his son, Domenick Simrell, at home; sisters, Kathleen Simrell, Scranton; Colleen Payami and husband, Madjid, Waverly; Julie Ratchford and husband, Thomas, Kingston; Ellen Volpe and husband, Charles, Waverly; Amy Mifka and husband, Ralph, Scranton; Erin Pinto, Dunmore; Melissa Stevenson, Clarks Summit; and his brother, James Simrell and wife, Kathleen, Clarks Summit; aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
The funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
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William Torbeck and family
August 7, 2022
Thoughts and prayers for the Simrell family. Much love to all.
Joe DeFazio
July 29, 2022
So sadden to hear of young Tom's passing. He was such a kind and compassionate person, with a huge heart and hearty sense of humor. He is loved by all his family and friends.
Donna Spadine
July 29, 2022
To the family i was very sad to hear of Dr. Simrell's passing he was a great guy, and a wonderful dentist i was lucky to know him and work for him very sorry for your loss he was my friend and i worked for him
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Janie Schneider
July 29, 2022
Doc, your passing brings great saddness, but you can now build ponds wherever your heart desires. My heart breaks for your son and Tanya, they have been robbed of a wonderous man. May you rest in peace.
Mary Strizki
July 28, 2022
So sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful dentist and a wonderful person. On a Sunday morning I broke a tooth off my crown and I called him. He was on the road leaving on his vacation and he turned around and I met him and Tanya and his office. That's the kind of man he was
So sorry for your loss. Gone too soon. A wonderful dentist and wonderful person.
Donna Sileo
July 28, 2022
To the sweetest doctor I ever had. You will be missed so very much. I have loved you as my doctor and as my friend. God has a special place for you.
Mary McDonough
July 28, 2022
Mary McDonough
July 28, 2022
Mary McDonough
July 28, 2022
Tommy was a kind, caring and funny guy from our days at Whittier throughout my days in the dentist chair. My heart is heavy for this loss and for his Domenick - Tommy's light and joy & for Mrs. Simrell and Family and their great loss and great pain & for Tanya, you all will remain in my prayers, God Bless!! Rest In Peace Tommy!!!
The Michael Graham Family
July 28, 2022
Tania and Domenic, we are deeply saddened for your loss.
The Graham Family
Susan Moriearty
July 27, 2022
I´m so sad to learn of Doc´s passing. I had the good fortune to be one of his patients for nearly 30 years. He was a wonderful dentist because of his artistry for the craft, and especially because of his genuine kindness and caring for his patients. My heart goes out to his family, along with my deepest sympathies.
Cathy (McNamara) McIlhenny
July 27, 2022
Although I haven´t talked to Tom since college, I know in my heart that he was still the kind, gentle person he was all through junior high and Central. Rest In Peace, Tommy
Georgianna Williams
July 27, 2022
My condolences to all of the Simrell family & friends . may you Rest In Peace
Pat McDonough
July 27, 2022
Tommy was a great dentist and caring person. When I was young and behind the eight ball Tommy would take care of my dental needs no questions asked. This is a huge loss for the community, but more importantly the Simrell family. God bless his kind family and hope he rests in peace.
Thanks Tom.
Meg McGowan Behrend
July 26, 2022
So very sorry to hear of the loss of Tom. While i haven´t seen Tom in decades, I remember him as a kind and caring person. The entire Simrell family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Dr. Charles P. Stefonetti
July 26, 2022
To the Simrell family, I want to express my most sincere and deepest condolences to all. Tom was one of my closest and most loyal friends and his passing is one of the saddest moments of my life. Tom it was an honor having you as a friend...until we meet again, RIP.
Tony S
July 26, 2022
Tom was one of the most honest, friendliest man I knew. Truly a great person.
The Howells Family
July 26, 2022
We are so saddened to hear this sad news. Doc Simrell, has been our family dentist from the start of his career. He was the only dentist my children, had ever went to. He was such a wonderful, kind, and gentleman sole. My condolences go out to his family May he rest in peace.
The Kashetta Family Joseph,Carol,.and Laura , it is very sad to hear of DrS
July 26, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
sal and joan cerra
July 26, 2022
dear Tanya , Domenick and Simrell family, you are in our thoughts and prayers ,Tom was a wonderful man. God bless.
Bill graff
July 26, 2022
Tom iam surprised at your passing away. As my late mother used to say you don't know when your number comes up at the bakery. You had a rewarding life. Hopefully you will have one in eternity. My condolences bill graff.
Ann Lewis-Bonna
July 26, 2022
I´m so sad to hear about your family´s loss, Tommy was one of the nicest, kind, loving and sweetest person around. He will be truly missed. I love you all so much and I will keep you all in my prayers
Terry Schoen
July 26, 2022
Tom and better known as Doc was wonderful and genuine person. Better than that he was a wonderful and better dentist. I was one of his first patients when he started his practice at the Times building back in the early 80´s. When I move out of Scranton in 1987 I continued to travel up the turnpike by myself and later with my daughter till he retired. I was told I was nuts for doing it but I said to everyone whoever said that to me that I loved having him as a dentist and better yet as a dear friend. I trusted him with whatever recommendation he made to me taking care of my teeth. I am shocked at his passing and he will be dearly missed. My condolences to all his family but especially to his fiancé and son. God Rest Your Soul Tom. Rest In Piece My Dear Friend. There will never be another Dentist like Tom. He was the best Dentist I have ever had.
Maurice McGeehan
July 26, 2022
I'm beyond saddened by the loss of one of the nicest and honorable men I had the privilege to have known. My prayers go out to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Linda Yantorn
July 26, 2022
Thinking of you and your family and I can't find any words to express how sorry I am for your loss. I love you all and am holding all of you close in my heart and sending healing thoughts and prayers to all.
So sorry.
Warmest regards always,
Linda
Robin S. Pierangeli - Hughes
July 26, 2022
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Robin S. Pierangeli - Hughes
(Scranton, PA)
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