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Brian Thome Obituary

Brian M. Thome 70, passed away on November 18, 2013. He was born on September 27, 1943 in Berwyn, IL to Martin and Lucille Thome. He found his way to Arizona after serving in the Army during the Vietnam War. He started his long time career with the phone company, Mountain Bell, and continued working in telecommunications with US West and Qwest. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Maria Thome; his daughters, Lorraine Doris (Bryan) of Tucson, AZ, Margaret Jones (Mike) of Anchorage, AK, Annette Bates (Bucky) of Chino Valley, AZ and his sons, Brian Thome (Kim) and Duane Thome (Laura), both of Tucson, AZ, his brothers, Alan Thome and Mark Thome and sister, Diane Schaeffer. He is also survived by his 11 grandchildren, whom he loved dearly. He is preceded in death by both his parents and brother, Wayne Thome. A Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 21, 2013 and Services will be held on Friday, November 22, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. at St. Odilia Catholic Church, 7570 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson, AZ 85704. A procession will follow the services to Holy Hope Catholic Cemetery to 3555 N. Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ 85705. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, Tucson Diocesan Council. Arrangements by ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, (742-7901).

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Published by Arizona Daily Star from Nov. 20 to Nov. 21, 2013.

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December 19, 2013

Maria and family, I just found out about Brian today. My sincere condolences to all of you. I worked with Brian for several years. He was very helpful, funny and knowledgeable. He loved a good argument, a good laugh and most of all he loved talking about his family. He would smile from ear to ear to talk about his kids, truly you all were very loved. May God keep him in his arms always. Elva Porchas

Matt Rubcic

December 6, 2013

Maria, and family , I just found out and i'm so sorry.
I enjoyed very much working and being a friend to
Brian. Take care. Matt.

Larry Lewis

December 6, 2013

I shall always remember Brian's cheerfullness and happy disposition no matter what the circumstances. Through is long career he touched many lives with his spirit of giving and helpfullness. I shall miss him. I send condolences to his family and friends. My life was enriched because I knew him.

November 25, 2013

I worked with Brian at 'Ma Bell'. He was always a hard worker and a good friend. My condolences to the family. May God bless you all. Carol Wentz (Slaughter)

Gllen Huffman

November 24, 2013

May God bless the members of Brian's family. After visiting my son's grave site in the grassy area of the Holy Hope Mausoleum today, I visited my own crypt for my wife, Char, and I, and found that Brian's crypt is close to the one my wife and I will be placed in when we pass. It is a nice location. May the Lord grant Brian eternal rest and may His light shine upon him.

Glen Huffman

November 24, 2013

May the Lord bless the Thome family during these difficult times. Each Sunday, I visit the grave site of my son, Scott Kevin Huffman, after his death on March 1, 2012. His grave is in the grassy area in the Holy Hope Mausoleum area. I visited Brian's crypt site today and discovered he is resting in a crypt close to the one my wife, Char and I, will be placed when we pass away in later years. He and his wife will be our neighbors! Our family members are parishioners of St. Odilia Church. May Brian be granted eternal rest and may the Lord's light shine upon him always.

November 21, 2013

In loving Memory of a wonderful man. You will always live in our hearts & prayers. God Bless you and your family.

All Our Love, Ed & Annie Gomez & Family

Nicole Saunders (Chartier)

November 20, 2013

Im so sorry for your loss. He was a great man and will be missed.

Sending prayers to the family.

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Memorial Events
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Nov

21

Rosary

7:00 p.m.

St. Odilia Catholic Church

7570 N. Paseo Del Norte, AZ

Nov

22

Funeral Mass

9:00 a.m.

St Odila Catholic Church

7570 N. Paseo Del Norte, AZ

Nov

22

Entombment

Holy Hope Cemetery

AZ

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Adair Funeral Homes & El Encanto Memorial Crematory - Avalon Chapel

8090 North Northern Avenue, Oro Valley, AZ 85704

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