Tom Williamson

Thomas James Williamson, age 68, of Carmel, Indiana passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2019. Tom was born June 23, 1950 in Lafayette, IN, the son of James R. and Margaret Williamson. He received his early education in Montmorenci School in Shelby Township where he was active in 4H. He graduated from West Lafayette High School where he played football and worked on the school newspaper. Tom received his degree from Indiana University in 1971. He was active in SAE Fraternity and continued as an advisor for 19 years. He married Janet Ann Woodward in Bloomfield, IN on December 19, 1971.

Tom began his career as an accountant with Price Waterhouse in Peoria, IL in 1972. After more study, he became a licensed CPA. He returned to Lafayette in 1975 with the Mellon Firm and after 3 years returned to Bloomington to the George S. Olive Firm. While there, Tom belonged to the Bloomington Leadership Class, served as President of the Rotary Club, was a member of the First United Methodist Church, as well as a member of the Indianapolis Rose Society and twice won “best in show” with his roses. Tom was an avid gardener and rose producer. He moved to Assisted Living at Magnolia Springs in Carmel, IN from Bloomington in June of 2018 to be closer to his children while under Hospice Care.

Tom is survived by his son, Robert T. Williamson II (wife, Hannah); his daughter, Melissa W. Henney (husband, Josh); his four grandchildren, Peyton Elizabeth Henney (14), Jack Kauffman Henney (12), Audrey Jane Williamson (2) and Eloise Margaret Williamson (11 months); his former wife, Janet W. Williamson; his mother, Margaret Williamson; his brother, Dr. Robert T. Williamson (wife, Carol); nephew, James Bradley Williamson; niece, Anne Williamson (husband, Todd O’Brien); and niece, Kathleen Williamson (husband, Aaron Villareal). Tom also appreciated and valued his time spent with family relatives.

A memorial service will be held on March 23rd at 11AM in Montmorenci, IN at Forever Grace Church. 3631 N 650 W, West Lafayette, IN 47906 Visitation hours will begin at 9am and conclude 5 minutes before the start of the service.