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Thomas Cornell Walbridge, died peacefully in Chagrin Falls, Ohio on June 8, 2020.
Tom is survived by his beloved wife, Margaret Fraser Walbridge, to whom he was married these past 68 years. Tom is also survived by his three children, Thomas Walbridge, Jr. (Betsy Carl) - Traverse City, James Walbridge (Beverly Epstien) - San Francisco, and Susan Blake (Bruce Blake) - Chagrin Falls; seven grandchildren, Elizabeth Chapman, Dr. Thomas Walbridge, Amanda Walbridge, Peter Walbridge, Malcolm Blake, Cornell Blake, and Carney Blake; as well as two great grandchildren. Tom was very proud of each and every one of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Tom's siblings, Nancy Walbridge Brown and John Mott Walbridge preceded him in death.
Tom, son of Ebenezer "Cornell" and Marvel Fanny Walbridge, was born in Kokomo, Indiana on August 29, 1929. Tom attended Ottawa Hills High School in Ottawa Hills, Ohio where he was both the president of his class and the captain of the football team. During the Korean War, Tom served in the US Navy as a Lieutenant, jg on the Aircraft Carriers the Wasp and the Bennington. Tom graduated from Colgate University ('51) where he was a member of the DKE fraternity.
Tom was very proud to have worked for the same company Libby-Owens-Ford and subsequently Pilkington for 40 years. He was located in Chicago, Detroit, and Toledo. After a long career in sales, he ended up being promoted to Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing and was appointed to the Board of Directors. He said his success with LOF was the result of his hard work and integrity. He loved his customers and had long term relationships with many of them.
Tom and Peg retired in Naples, Florida where they enjoyed the beach and warm weather. Tom and Peg also had a cabin on the Manistee River in Northern Michigan that was one of his pride and joys. He spent much of his retirement working on it, building a second cabin, trout fishing and just enjoying watching the river flow by.
Tom made friends wherever he went and often said that he never met a stranger, only people who he did not know yet.
Tom loved fly fishing, golf, tennis, and squash among other activities.
There will not be a formal funeral service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation of your choice.
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Marie A. Matson
February 20, 2021
To Peggy, I have fond memories of our family days together on Long Meadow Farm. I remember well the days your boys and mine played together.... and their dads, Tom and Ron... built them a rustic tree house. Ron too died last year in January.
CONNIE GUELZOW GULASH
January 30, 2021
Dear Peg and family, My sincere sympathy to all of you on your loss. I have fond memories of working during the summer of 1964 as a "summer girl" in your home in Winnetka, IL. Peg, you and Tom were so kind to me and treated me like family. Such a beautiful family and a lovely couple. My your memories sustain you in the months ahead. God Bless .
Connie Guelzow Gulash
Mary Linda Gauche
June 20, 2020
Tom was a gentleman and delight to work with at Libbey-Owens-Ford and Pilkington. He was a very positive person and friend to all his co-workers.
Paula Bannister
June 17, 2020
I enjoyed all Toms stories but the best of all is his love story about the era when he was in college at Colgate and Peg was in college in Va and he use to thumb rides to go see her on weekends when he could,and that was every chance he could. That exemplifies the neighbor and friend I will miss.
Rest In Peace my friend and neighbor.
Gone but not forgotten.
Paula
Bill and Dot Hagman - Naples, FL
June 14, 2020
om was our neighbor and friend at Moorings Park for many years. He was the most friendly and positive individual on our campus - just a real pleasure to be around,
Robert Swanson
June 11, 2020
Tom Walbridge was someone you wanted to be with...on the paddle court, the golf course or on the deck overlooking the Manistee River...he always had a good word for you...when you arrive in heaven he will be happy to give you a tour....
Robert Swanson
June 11, 2020
Tom Walbridge was somebody you wanted to be with...on the paddle court, the golf course, or on a deck overlooking the Manistee River...he always had a good word for you...when you arrive in heaven he will be happy to give you a tour...
Tony Willis
June 11, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family Tom was a wonderful and kind man rest in peace
Donna Fontana Dupuis
June 10, 2020
Sorry to learn of Toms passing. He was a joy to work for. Warm man, everyone loved.
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