We offer our condolence to your loss.  We share in your grief.  Mr. Washington was a role model to the community.  As a husband, father, and community inspiration.

May the Creator be your constant companion.

In Loving Memory of Tommy Washington

It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of Tommy Washington, our beloved candymaker and treasured member of the Dinstuhl’s Candies family.

Tommy was an integral part of Dinstuhl’s for over 54 remarkable years, faithfully serving four generations of the Dinstuhl family. His legacy is etched into the heart of our company—not only through the thousands of sweet treats he crafted, but through the dedication, pride, and joy he brought to his work every single day.

Tommy began his journey with Dinstuhl’s in 1962 and played a key role in opening our Laurelwood store that same year. From his very first day, he set a standard of excellence that would inspire everyone who had the privilege to work beside him. His extraordinary contribution was honored with the inaugural Golden Paddle Award—recognizing his steadfast commitment, exceptional performance, and the invaluable impact he made on our business.

He will forever be remembered by the Dinstuhl’s family as the hardest worker in the kitchen, always with a smile on his face and kindness in his heart. His spirit, his laughter, and his tireless dedication will be missed beyond measure, but never forgotten.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him.

Thank you, Tommy, for a lifetime of sweetness.

Annette,

I just found out about Tommy.  I can't tell you how sorry I am.  He and my father were like brothers and he was like a big brother to me.  I can't tell you how much he taught me about life and how to be a man.  I owe him a lot.  I'll never forget the time the pilot light went out on the furnace that we used to make candy and my father had to bend way over to reach under the burner to light it.  Tommy walked up behind him and dropped an arm full of empth trays.  I thought my father would jump out of his skin.  Tommy was always like that.  He was a bright spot in my life.  I miss him everyday.
Gary

My Condolences 💐, Prayers 🙏& Blessings to you Tamera & Family.

The Tully community offer condolences to the family of Mr. Washington. Many of us know him as the the candy man, the house on the hill @Weaver and Holmes where you would get a friendly wave and smile, the gardener with the best vegetables and most of all a Christian man who loved people. We will miss him dearly. We pray for his daughter Tamara and family. When I think of Mr. Tommy, I can’t help but think of his late wife Annette and my classmate the late Deborah Washington. May they all find eternal rest.
God has spoken and we accept His will. May his life speak for him.
Praise God for a life well lived.

Rest In Peace Uncle Tommy (the candy man). I know my dad met you with open arms at Heavens’ Gate. We love you! 🧡

- Mechele (Washington) Porter & Family

To Tamara & her family,
May you find comfort in knowing, that your loved one, lives on in so many beautiful ways!
May God continue to bless, keep and strengthen you!

OBITUARY

Tommy Lee Washington

January 10, 1936 – July 29, 2025

M. J. Edwards - Whitehaven Funeral Chapel

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