It is with deep sorrow we announce the sudden passing of Tom Metzler, (November 29, 1944-July 3, 2019). Tom passed away quietly at the age of 74. He leaves behind his loving wife, Janet; son Michael; his daughter Christine, son-in law, Chris, grandchildren Brayden and Brody, brothers Jim and Douglas, and sister Linda along with many other loving family members.
Tom was a graduate of Adelphi University, and attended Harvard Business School. Tom proudly served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper. He later joined American Airlines at JFK, New York as a Passenger Service Supervisor, mentoring many of his colleagues. Later in his career, he moved to AMR Services at AA Headquarters in Dallas, Texas serving as President of AMR Services. Prior to retiring, Tom served 29 years with American Airlines/AMR.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 22, 2019 at 11:00 AM at St. Clare Catholic Church, 821 Prosperity Farms Road, North Palm Beach, Florida. May he rest in peace.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St Jude's Children's Hospital in Tom Metzler's name.