Thomas's Memory Wall
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I hadn’t seen Tom in a few years, the last time being at a old retired engineer guys from Palisades lunch. He was always upbeat, dependable, and one of the nicest and best and sharpest people in the room but so quiet and unassuming. Lou Gibson said it well. Tom solved problems, likely most people never knew were being worked on, or that they were resolved by Tom.
I am saddened for his family's loss.
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Jim Kuemin
November 6th, 2020 at 9:17pm
Emma,
What a lovely tribute to your Grandpa. Sounds like quite a guy. Keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
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Paula Voss
November 6th, 2020 at 1:11pm
I first met Tom many years ago when I hired him to work with us at Consumers energy in Jackson. He was a remarkable, talented, outstanding engineer. Quiet, with a knowing smile that said, "I know how we can resolve this question". He was the by far the best talent that we had. Respected by all who knew him. It is with sadness that he is no longer with us. He enjoyed life to the fullest.
Louis Gibson
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Louis Gibson
November 3rd, 2020 at 3:42pm
I met Tom through Bev, his second wife. I always admired his gentleness and his willingness to help others. He was truly a man of God and demonstrated this through all of his acts of kindness. My sympathies to his families. Marla Schamp
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Marla Schamp
November 3rd, 2020 at 8:34am
I pray that in the midst of your sorrow you find comfort in all the joyful memories shared. With our love and deepest sympathy as we remember Tom's gentle nature and love for the outdoors. Dennis & Wendy
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Dennis Januszewski
November 2nd, 2020 at 9:00pm
Tom will be greatly missed. His love and dedication to our Mom in good times and very difficult times were a witness to his amazing faith. What a thoughtful, generous soul. He would get embarrassed when we called him St. Thomas, but we certainly meant it.
With love,
Nancy & Tom Fowler
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Nancy Fowler
November 2nd, 2020 at 5:58pm