THOMAS LYMAN

1948 - 2017

Thomas Everett Lyman Was born July 22, 1948, and released July 20, 2017. Tom was a Tacoma native who attended Jefferson Elementary, Mason Jr. High, and Wilson HS (class of '66). He enlisted in the US Navy during the Vietnam War, serving aboard the USS Wexford. A party at the Cloverleaf tavern, with JP Patches, celebrated his retirement from Tacoma Power. His later years were spent in Post Falls, ID, where a whole new world of friends awaited. Tom loved trains (volunteering at Camp 6), restoring old tractors, building and flying model airplanes, rock hounding, road tripping, and nearly a lifetime of fun at the family property in Vaughn, WA. Most of all, Tom loved people. His kind, compassionate, and humble heart were always ready to help those in need either of his time or resources. To those who knew him best he will be remembered as a story teller. He was the keeper of family stories, of his own adventures and of ordinary days. The stories most often repeated were the best. It wasn't about surprise endings... just the sound of his voice, his obvious enjoyment in the telling, and love for those who listened. He was preceded in death by his parents Mary Alice and Bernard, and his brother Charles. He is survived by wife Ruth, sister Mary Anne, and brother John. To say he will be missed by many seems inadequate. Words do fail. Nevertheless, "WE MISS YOU TOM!" Be at peace. Contributions are always welcomed by Hospice of North Idaho, or any hospice facility in your area. The caring and supportive work they do is invaluable.