Thomas C. Thompson
March 11, 1932 ~ April 6, 2016
Thomas C. Thompson, age 84, of Madison, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at Lake Health Madison, ER. He was born March 11, 1932 in Cleveland, the son of William and Winifred (Carney) Thompson.
A 1950 Perry High School graduate, Thomas served in the US Navy. After his service to his country, he graduated from John Carroll University. He went on to be a sales representative from Master Builders, now BASF. Thomas worked out regularly at the YMCA where he made many friends. He loved sports and followed Wake Forest Athletics and the Cavs. He enjoyed a good round of golf and had the gift of being able to strike up a conversation with anyone.
He is survived by his fianc, Gloria Kelso of Madison; daughters, Ellen Thompson of Utah, Laura Thompson of Greensboro, NC; extended family, Kim (Bill) Heinemann, Karen (Tom) Hastings, Dan (Holly) Kelso, Dina (Ron) Warren, Kyle and Colin Heinemann, Hannah, Carl, and Julia Hastings, Miranda and Hailey Warren, Marnie and Banks Heinemann; and his 4-legged friend, Gus. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends will be received 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River Street, Madison, Ohio 44057 with a Funeral Service following at 3:00 p.m. Final Resting Place will be Perry Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in Thomas' name to the Summer Feeding Program c/o Central Congregational Church, 71 Park Street, Madison, OH 44057.
Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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Gloria, Ellen, Laura, and the rest of the family- I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God gives you peace and the strength to get through this difficult time. I have so many positive memories of Tom and I will always cherish those memories and the wonderful times we had together. He was an amazing man and a true friend. God bless.
Condolences on the loss of Tom. I didn't know he still lived in this area. He is actually my mothers (Margaret Carney O'Connell) cousin. My grandfather was Hugh Carney, Winifred's brother. It's strange to know you have family out there you never met. I remember meeting Tom when I was a child. I also fondly remember going to visit Aunt Winn with my mom when she live in downtown Painesville in the apartment building on the corner.
….And when you have reached the mountain top, then shall you begin to climb.
And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance.
Such an incredibly generous soul, Tom gave himself to everyone he met. So open, so warm, so thoughtful. I am truly honored to have known him, his jokes and comments still ring in my ears. Sleep well Tom, I miss you but will ALWAYS remember you and the times we shared. Time to make some pasta fagioli and grab a Coors Light.
To my wonderful father who ALWAYS gave me unconditionally love that only my dad could give.You will NEVER be forgotten & I know your unconditional love will ALWAYS be with me!May you rest in peace until I see you again! All MY LOVE TO YOU Dad,Your loving daughter,Laura
To Gloria, Ellen, Laura, and all the family – my sincere sorrow to you for the loss of a wonderful man. Tom and I met in 1978 in Greensboro, NC and grew to become great friends, and “die hard” Indians, Browns, Cavs, and Wake Forest Demon Deacon fans. He was a loyal client, down to earth friendly, and fun to be with. He will surely be missed, but not forgotten. May God give you strength and be with you in your sorrow during this difficult time.
To Laura sorry to read about your dad you were always Daddy's Little Girl it is tough to lose a parent my prayers are with you and your family God bless you