THE WALL OF FACES

Say not in grief he is no more, but live in thankfulness that he was.

We both attended Coloma High School and I remember Tom as a basketball player who always gave each game his all. I was shocked and saddened when I saw the announcement of his passing in the News Palladium, along with my friend Alan Persicke. It's been over 50 years since you gave everything you had so that we can enjoy the freedoms we have that so many take for granted. You may be gone but never forgotten. We know you are resting in peace in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.

Never forgotten.

Semper Fi, Marine

This is his boot camp photo from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Platoon 355. He earned the title “U.S. Marine” on June 8, 1967.

Thank you for your service to our great country my brother. Semper Fi

I remember you as a fellow classmate and teammate at Coloma High School. I loved playing basketball with you and remember your kindness. I WAS SHOCKED when I heard of your passing and over the passed 50 plus years have thought about you several times. Rest in piece my old friend.