Thomas Michael Penfield, age 71, of Lansing, passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018. He was born December 10, 1946 in Lansing, Michigan to Ned and Rosemarie Penfield. Thomas proudly served his country in the United States Navy.
Family was very important to Thomas. He attended all the games and sporting events in which his daughter and grandchildren participated. He was an avid bowler and golfer who shared his love of these sports with his daughter, Wendi. Thomas loved to fish with grandson, Ajay. He taught Ajay everything he knew about fishing. The two often went on fishing trips; this year he taught Ajay taught to drive the boat. Thomas and granddaughter, Kirsten, liked to deer hunt together. He taught her hunter's safety, and how to shoot her first gun. Thomas and Kirsten went deer hunting opening day this year.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Mary Reynolds. Surviving to cherish his memory are daughter, Wendi (Brian) Penfield-Newman; grandchildren, Kirsten Penfield, Ajay Penfield; brother, Tim Penfield; sisters, Sue Penfield, Gail Penfield; five nieces; three nephews; ex-wife, Beverly Fuller; son, Brian Gardner and his sons, Josh and Jordan Gardner.
The family will receive visitors Tuesday, December 11, 2018 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 205 E. Washington, DeWitt, MI 48820. A memorial service will take place Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at 4:00 pm at the funeral home with a dinner to follow at the Catholic Community of St. Jude community room, 801 N. Bridge St., DeWitt, MI 48820.
Contributions in Thomas' memory may be made to American Cancer Society, 1755 Abbey Road, East Lansing, Michigan 48823.
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American Cancer Society1755 Abbey Road, East Lansing, Michigan 48823
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