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Tom Moorehead Obituary
WESTERVILLE: Tom V. Moorehead Jr., 72 of Westerville, formerly of Zanesville, died Sunday, September 23, 2012 at his residence following a sudden illness. He was born September 29, 1939 in Zanesville the son of Tom V. Sr. and Helen "Lou" Louise (Anderson) Moorehead.
He was a member of Church of the Resurrection and served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany during the Korean Conflict. Tom was an Insurance agent with Moorehead Insurance which he owned with his father for many years in Zanesville. He moved to Westerville in 1987 & retired from Englefield Oil Company in 2005. Tom was a member of the Amity Lodge Free & Accepted Masons of Ohio and a member of "The Kentucky Colonels".
Tom is survived by his wife Sandy (Smith) Moorehead of the home who he married May 1, 1986; one daughter: Kara Manz of Pickerington, Ohio, one son: Tom V. Moorehead III/New Port Ritchie, Florida, two step sons: Rick & Theresa Passwater of Columbus and J.D. & Stefanie Passwater of Pataskala; his grandchildren: Chloe Manz, Jessica Passwater, Caitlin Passwater, Taylor Passwater and Hunter Passwater; a sister: Jan Freisinger of Nashville Tenn.; Sisters in law; Stephanie & Dr. Stephen Hutcheson of Lancaster, Sally Stauffer of Columbus, Suzette & Bob Saltsman of Columbus and Stacie (Tom) Potter of Columbus; one brother in law; Sean Smith of Dresden and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by a sister, Joan (Moorehead) Johnson, a brother, Doug Moorehead and a brother in Law, Dr. Gottlieb "Bud" Fresinger.
There will be no public visitation or services observed. The family will hold a private memorial at a later date. The Hillis & Hardwick Funeral Home is assisting the Moorehead Family. To sign the online register book or to send a personal condolence note please visit www.HillisHardwickFH.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Tom Moorehead
October 1, 2012
Dear Sandy & family,
So sorry to read of your husband's passing. May God's perpetual light shine on him throughout eterity. I think of you & hope you are doing well. God bless you and nurture you in your time of grieving. Your friend, Debbi Noll Strohl.
Klint Stillwell
September 29, 2012
To Tom Mooreheads Family: So sorry to hear of Toms Passing. I really liked Tom. He was always nice to me. I was good friends with his son Tom and daughter Kara.
September 28, 2012
Sandy and family,
So sorry for your loss; yet happy for Tom's passing into a better place. I will miss his humor and quiet sarcasm!
Lynda "Lou" Finnerty
Pam and Mike Campbell
September 27, 2012
Sandy, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Chris & Randy Cassley
September 27, 2012
Sandy,we were talking about you and the good old days at the Cozy not long ago.So sorry to hear of Tom's passing.
Becky Martin
September 27, 2012
Sandy,
Our loved ones never truly leave us, they live on in everything they shared & the love they brought into our lives.
Love and Prayers,
Becky
Mike SHANER
September 27, 2012
Sandy,
I'm so sorry for your loss,let me know if there is anything you need.
Mike
Marcia Johnson
September 27, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that your memories soften the pain of life without him. May God continue to bless and keep you.
September 27, 2012
Sending a gentle hug your way, to comfort you, and to let you know that you're on my mind and in my heart today and always. With deepest sympathy, Jackie Kemp
Skip Teaford
September 27, 2012
Sandy, so sorry for your loss.
Catherine Morgan
September 27, 2012
Sandy, you both are in my prayers. Luv U
September 27, 2012
Sandy, Sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Melanie Bucci
Kathi Suver
September 27, 2012
Sandy,
So sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Love always, Kathi & Gene Suver
Farid Shams
September 27, 2012
Please accept our deepest heart felt condolences. We share your pain in these sad times. May he rest in peace.
Farid Shams and family.
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