in Davenport, Iowa, he moved to Michigan in the1950s and lived there until retirement. Tom and wife
Beverly came to Cape Cod in 1994.
Beverly preceded him in death in 2017. He leaves four children, Patricia (Michael), Thomas
(Dale), Elizabeth, Cheryl (Joe) and seven grandchildren, Heather, Christopher, Michael, Molly, Henry,
Austin, and Tyler.
Tom met Beverly, his wife of 62 years, while attending the University of Missouri where he
received both his BA and MA in Journalism. After their marriage, he served in the US Army during the
Korean War. Tom then went on to teach high school journalism for over 40 years.
He retired from a long career as a Michigan public school educator only to begin a new one of
community service. Tom participated actively in his church community, delivered Meals on Wheels, and
volunteered at the Sandwich Food Pantry for over 20 years. He enjoyed golf, curling, bowling, gardening,
puzzles, and board games.
Tom would do anything for anyone who asked and lived each day with purpose. He was a
devoted husband, a loving father, and the world’s greatest grandfather.
A memorial service will be held at First Church of Christ, Sandwich on Sunday, November 8 at
1:00 pm. In case of inclement weather, please contact the office at First Church of Christ: 508 888 0434.
Burial at the Massachusetts National Cemetery will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please
consider a donation to First Church of Christ, Sandwich.
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