Name: Michael Aasen
Email: mike@chippewavalleymedia.com
Location: Chippewa Falls

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Name: Leonard Larsen
Email: llarsen@uwec.edu
Location:

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we are so sorry to hear this! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have been out of town so did not hear of this in church. We received an email indicating that it was announced. Tom did so much that it is hard to imagine Lake Street without him. Len


Name: Duane S Popple
Email: duane.popple@wisconsin.gov
Location: 4344 Parkwood Dr., Eau Claire, WI

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Tom and I were part of the Colfax "group" for many years, and we shared time in Eau Claire in recent years. He was a good man. I will miss his voice and his smile.


Name: Barb and Elmer Thorpe
Email: bbridell@hotmail.com
Location: Eau Claire Wi

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Nellie, we'll all miss that sauntering around and visiting we've all been so accustomed to. The first time I ever met Tom, he showed up at my little blue house with paint samples and announced he was Rocky Heike's representative. The professions he chose were so well suited to his personality! He could visit with anyone anywhere. We should all be so lucky to have that talent! We are going to get busy exercizing again, physical activity is good for the soul. xox Barb


Name: Greg & Stacy Berger
Email: gsbslb@wwt.net
Location: Menomonie

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Dear Janelle and family: Tom was everything his obituary stated and more. His ability to make conversation with one and all and his likeable personality will be what others remember him by. I will never forget his "bean" jokes at some family gatherings. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.


Name: Bonnie Owems
Email: hobos@charter.com
Location: Eau Claire

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Dear Janelle & family I'm sorry to hear of Tom's passing. My God be with you during this difficult time. My prayers are with all of you at this time. Sincerely, Bonnie Owens


Name: Jan "MO" Yates
Email: janice_yates@yahoo.com
Location: Eau Claire, WI

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My sympathy goes out to Janelle and the rest of Tom's family and friends. As a recent friend of Janelle's from her mah jongg group, after reading his obituary, Tom sounds like a special man I would like to have known. I know he will be missed by all those who knew him. You will all be in my prayers.


Name: Lou Ann Chartier
Email: lchartier@charter.net
Location: Eau Claire

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Janelle, You have my very deepest sypmathy. Love you, Lou Ann


Name: Diane Breitzman
Email: breitzbucket@yahoo.com
Location: Eau Claire, Wi.

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I finally felt like I got to know Tom to be able to talk to him freely. He always called me Lady Di, which made me feel very good. I will miss him. Diane


Name: Jeff and Jan Voss
Email: janetia@charterinternet.com
Location: Eau Claire

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Janelle, We are so saddened to learn of Tom's death. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Jeff & Jan


Name: Nancee Burbank
Email: jnburb@sbcglobal.net
Location: Eau Claire, WI

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Janelle, I am so sorry to hear about Tom. Please know that my thoughts are with you as well as my prayers. Nancee Burbank


Name: Mary Jane Peterson
Email: imasewnsew@att.net
Location: Chippewa Falls

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I am so sorry for your loss. I hope memories of fun times together will bring you much comfort in the days ahead.


Name: Gordon Knudson
Email: gknudson@sbcglobal.net
Location: Hudson, WI

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My Sympathies to the Family of Tom. I knew him well when we both lived in Colfax. He stopped in at my office in Hudson for a few minutes several months ago when he was in the area. Good to see him and chat for a few minutes.


Name: Talitha Kempf
Email: kempftalitha@yahoo.com
Location:

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Janelle and family~ So shocked and saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He was a lovely gentleman who I always enjoyed visiting with. Tom's obituary was so telling of his wonderful ability to connect with all. Janelle, the relationship you and Tom shared is an example to all. May God's powerful, comforting love surround you. Tali


Name: Jennifer Rhude Krug
Email: jrhude@charter.net
Location: Madison, WI

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To Tom's family, I wanted to extend my sympathy in the loss of your father. I can remember many Saturday mornings when my dad, Julian, would wander up to Colfax to have coffee and chat with Tom. Of course, every football or basketball game would include a little discussion before and after as well on how the Mounders were going to beat the Vikings. Those memories bring a smile to my face and I hope to yours as well. I wish you peace. Jennifer Rhude Krug


Name: Linda Dommr
Email: lkdommer@wwt.net
Location:

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Marcia & Vickie Jo: My family was saddened to hear of your fathers passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both. We all share many memories of our time in Colfax. Linda Dommer Melvin & Anita Dommer Marcia & Jerry Goettl


Name: Ruth Erickson
Email: tileman@charter.net
Location:

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I am sorry for your loss; Tom was one of the nicest guys a person could've ever known. I met him several years ago at the coffee shop in downtown Eau Claire when I worked in that building. Tom was just one of those people that you saw every day, wiht a smile on his face. Tom had the gift of gab and was the most talented process server we've ever used. God bless your family and take comfort in knowing that he is in a much better place.


Name: Sharon Alfuth
Email: salfuth@ameritech.net
Location: Eau Claire

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I attend Bethesda Lutheran Church and met Tom when we had a combined training session for Stephen Ministry 2 years ago. I really enjoyed talking with him. He had a fun sense of humor. He will be sorely missed.


Name: Sally Nichols Lulow
Email: sally@simselectric.com
Location: 116 Willamina CT Roseburg OR 97470

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Dear Janelle, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. My heart goes out to you. I wish I had the words to give you real comfort, just, lean on those near & dear to you. I will be home 8/15-23 and staying at Betty's. If you feel like it give us a call. Sally


Name: Bruce Gelvin
Email: bruce.gelvin@csun.edu
Location: Northridge, CA 91324

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Dear Janelle and family, We just learned of Tom's passing from our friend Vicki and am saddened by the news. Along with Diane, we wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. As you know, you and Tom were wonderful in your support and caring for my mother, Margaret Gelvin. Tom especially provided for her many needs way beyond any ordinary expectations and I will always be grateful for his generosity. Tom also was incredibly helpful to me after Mom passed away. We are glad that you and Tom had the time together that you did and we know that you enjoyed life together. Tom was a good man who gave much to so many and he will be remembered fondly. Bruce Gelvin and Diane Bowers-Parr


Name: DIANNE LUND MCLEOD
Email:
Location: AMERY WI

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TOM AND I WERE VERY SPECIAL FRIENDS IN HIGH SCHOOL AND I WAS DEEPLY SADDENED TO HEAR OF HIS DEATH, NICE TO READ OF HIS MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND FRIENDS. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES


Name: Doris Johnson
Email: dorjohnson@triwest.net
Location: N9565 County Rd P, Blair, WI 54616

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I was so saddened to read of Tom's death in the paper and wanted to offer my condolences to his family. I met Tom a few times when he came to Chippewa Valley Ostomy Association meetings. I appreciated his smile and positive attitude. He always brought some zest, humor and encouragement to meetings he attended. We shall miss him.


Name: Diane Sjuggerud Christensen
Email:
Location: Beloit wi

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Sorry to hear of Tom's death. We were friends in high school. This last class reunion he talked about his wife and family. May he rest in peace. Diane


Name: Patty Malloy & Roger Stalheim
Email: pmalloy2005@yahoo.com
Location: Chippewa Falls WI

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Janelle, We're so sorry to hear about Tom's death. We were unable to attend the visitation due to prior commitments. Our deepest sympathy is with you all. Sincerely, Patty & Roger


Name: Alice and Duane Hart
Email: duaneh@chibardun.net
Location: Chetek

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Sorry we were unable to attend, Alice is paralyzed and it is sometimes hard to get around. Alice worked with Tom in Colfax.


Name: Chris Olson
Email: c.olson@frontiernet.net
Location:

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Dear Marcia, My heart goes out to you, Marcia. It is so hard to lose a parent. I will be thinking of you often in the next days and weeks. Love, Chris


Name: Jody Hagedorn
Email: info@jodyhagedorn.com
Location: Eau Claire, WIsconsin

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Hi Janelle~ Remembering you from Reflexology sessions back in the 90's. Seems like yesterday. Sending lots of love and prayers to you and your family. Take Care.