In Loving
Memory

I am truly grateful to God that he sent Tom to me as his caregiver for his lovely mom, Helen, some 22 years ago. Tom was devoted to the care of his lovely mom and we developed an endearing friendship that has flourished through these many years. In time, he met my family at Thanksgiving dinners and a night out at Kabuto’s. My granddaughter, Desiree, became very attached to Tom and helped with many little jobs around his home and errands for the last 11 years. He came to love and appreciate my family. We were by his side throughout his illness and cared for him in his final days at home where he wanted to be, resting peacefully. Words cannot express how sad we are at his passing. I feel his love all around us. How wonderful it is to feel love and to give love back to such a deserving, respectful, kind, generous, loving, and gentle friend like Tom. We shared a common faith and many moments were spent talking about our Christian faith and the many rich stories of the Bible and the lessons it teaches. Our faith gives us comfort that he is now abiding in his heavenly home with all of his loved ones that have gone before.

Tom,
You were like a father to me. I called you Uncle Tom because it had a better ring to it, but losing you feels like losing a father. I am forever grateful for your mentorship throughout my life. God brought you into my life through my nanny taking care of your mom. God knew we all needed each other. We became family. I will miss visiting & sitting with you, sharing our thoughts on life & faith. You lived in such a way that was admirable & I’ll never forget. Your home was a peaceful sanctuary that I & everyone who visited you were blessed to experience. You loved the Lord & that love shined through you beautifully. I miss you but I find peace in knowing you’re with God & your loved ones whom were awaiting your return home. I think of our talks of heaven & how gorgeous we’d imagine it to be. I think of your face smiling with joy waiting excitedly to show us all around when God calls us home. Thank you for showing me & so many others what it meant to be a man of God. You showed us how to have a giving heart, a gracious heart, & a loving heart. You were my teacher & I’ll cherish all that I’ve learned from you for the rest of my days. Thank you for taking me under your wing like a daughter. Thank you for sharing your love for Christ with me & all who knew you. Thank you for blessing me beyond measure. I hope that I make you proud. I love you Uncle Tom.
Forever, your friend ~Desirée