Too many favorite memories to choose only one. Life was always an adventure with Uncle Tom/Tom da Bomb.. so blessed for those precious memories. 

YOU ARE A SUPER HERO, TOM!

The idea of the Anderson Gardens meetings was fantastic! Met you at H.O.W. and we learned we were in the same business and similar unions. Thanks for being a good friend and WONDERFUL entertainer as you rode your motorcycle as Superman!!!

Marty H.

Riding with Tom was always fun and adventurous no matter where we were going & of course there’s always a photo to be taken when we are together..Keep making memories and always focus on the solution was Tom’s moto..Find graditude along the way and see the good in everything..RIP my friend

We consider ourselves extremely lucky to have known Tom Harrolle and still lucky to know the Harrole family. Our Daughter has grown up with their Daughter and are still best friends after all these years and as parents we are very proud of that friendship. As an individual who has went through this situation before, and if God would allow me too, I would carry Cathy’s burden  just for a little while, so she didn’t have too. Only till she got a little stronger as I know the road is lonely, long and hard. Although, I pray God sends her and her family comfort in this time of need.
The Sansone’s 

Tom "Superman" gave my granddaughter her 1st motorcycle ride when she was 4 at MMAAC it's a memory we will never forget you will be deeply missed RIP my friend so glad you're no longer suffering tell everyone at the big meeting in the sky Hello ❤️

How lucky I am to have met someone that makes saying goodbye so hard. My love and prayers to Cathy, your children and to Tom's brothers!
Theresa K.

In 2020, right in the heart of Covid, Tom came out for  Aidan Harrolle’s graduation car parade, fully costumed! Tom’s cape was floating behind him as he drove around the block multiple times! Thank you for the love Tom ❤️

Love my Tommy…that’s  the way Tom & I greeted each other.   Awesome memory  of us and Alex at the Rock County Cancer Fundraiser phesant hunt last year.  He will be missed greatly. 

I will miss making memories with you. 
         Love my brother Tom,
               Your sister Christal

As a kid, I would spend a lot of time with my cousins family and on many occasions we would see their uncle Tom. I will always remember his smile and the way he would have us kids cracking up, having a great time. Many years went by & like life goes hadn't seen Tom in years. I was an adult now and attending an AA meeting at Anderson gardens, I seen him after the meeting started, I thought to myself, I know that guy. When he shared his name was Tom, and the way he shared his story, having everyone cracking up, like he did when I was a kid, & his smile! It was Tom! I went up to him after the meeting & reintroduced myself. He gave me a warm embrace with that wonderful smile. I wasn't blessed to know Tom real well but his light still touched my life. My heart goes out to his family (my family).

My very favorite memory of Tom is Glenn and I walking down to your garage sale and there was Tom...jumping up and down on the mini trampoline!  And of course watching him race at The Sycamore Speedway.  Last but certainly not least; his zest for service work in A A.  Save us a seat at that big meeting Tom!  Love to you Cathy and all your family 

A birthday motorcycle ride I remember well. Always a fun time hanging out with Uncle Tom!

The day Uncle Tom let me borrow his race car so I could race powder puff with aunt Cathy is a fond memory of mine. 

My favorite memory of Tom was him showing up on my porch at 2 am  with a trophy that was all tall as him after winning the big race . He had gotten home late and everyone was asleep but me since I worked 2nd shift. He was so excited he had to show it to someone. He was a great neighbor and friend. The world is a little smaller without him. 

Love my TOM. He took me to my first bears game. You will always be with me TOM. Thanks for showing me what, no matter what, really means. Rest In Peace brother, Tom Da Bomb. 

One of my favorite rides from years ago. There is so much happiness in this picture.

Tom is one of the kindest, most generous, and fun loving people I have ever known.
He was a very dear friend and also a mentor to me.
Thanks to Tom, I am a better Father, a better Husband, and a better man overall. He played a major role in giving me a gift that you can not buy, wish, or win, which is my sobriety.
I live a much more happy and peaceful life these days, and will be eternally grateful.
Like a lot of people, I am deeply saddened by the loss of Tom and will carry his memory in my heart the rest of my life.
If you would like to honor Tom, I would say to try to emulate what he did.
Trust in God or your higher power.
Be grateful and appreciate what you have. 
Be kind to everyone you meet.
Help a fellow person whenever you can.
Live life to the fullest.
I Love my Tom!

Thank you very much to his wife Cathy for sharing this great man with so many people 


Tom and Cathy were such great neighbors when Dave and I lived in Rockford. After Dave passed away, Tom was so great to help me as needed. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Always had a hug and his Superman cape flying in the air as he took off on his bike. Praying for you all!! 

What a blessing Tom was to our AA community! His bright and contagious smile was a constant reminder of how important living one day at a time was to all of us. My condolences to you all. ❤️

I didn’t have the opportunity to know Tom well, but my sister did and as a result he came to my Spider-Man obsessed sons birthday as Spider-Man for a drop in and to bring him his first ever bike. The joy he brought my son will never ever be forgotten by us. Thank you to his family and friends for sharing such a loving heart that brought  happiness to everyone ❤️

Too many fun memories to list. Tom was the epitome of fun and being a kid at heart. His humble generosity and compassion will be greatly missed. My love and prayers to Cathy and his family left behind. 

Tommy was a great soldier of life and air support for any soul that had a heavy cross to carry. Love and peace to his family. Sgt. Nick

Superman brought a smile to all who had the pleasure of meeting him. Keeping his family and friends close in my thoughts and prayers during this heartbreaking time. 

Thank you for sharing so much joy, Tom. Fly high Superman!! 🦸‍♂️🌠❤🙏🏼

Hugs & Love, Megan

OBITUARY

Thomas A. Harrolle

November 15, 1963 – June 7, 2022

Sunset Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

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