Date Of Birth: April 24, 1951
Date Of Death: July 2, 2006
Thomas L. West55, of Carmel, passed away July 2, 2006. Thomas was born on April 24, 1951 in Louisville, Kentucky. He was the valedictorian for his 1969 graduating class at New Albany High School, and completed his bachelor’s degree with honors in mathmatics from IU in 1974. Thomas was a Microsoft Certified Software Developer. He played guitar with Sounds Unlimited, a band in the Louisville area during the late 1960’s. He worked for Quest Information Systems as a systems analyst and designer. He was a life Master at the Indianapolis Bridge Center. He is survived by his parents, Thomas and Imogene (Stepro) West of Iuka, IL, wife Linda (McCracken) West of Carmel, daughters Emily (Nathan) Henry, and Sarah West both of Indianapolis, two brothers Tracey and Ernie and sister Krista of Iuka, IL.A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, July 22 at 11:00 am at St Luke’s United Methodist Church. Memorial donations may be made to St. Vincent Hospice Care.
Betsy Johnson says
Dear Linda and all of Tom’s family,
Linda, I am so saddened to hear of Tom’s recent, all too soon, passing. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Betsy
317-283-8946
Susan Stewart Calkins says
Dear Linda,
We are devastated to learn of Tom’s passing. We had no idea. The only reason we won’t be at his service is that we will be in NY for the summer. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at your great loss of such a fine gentleman and friend. We will always remember and cherish the years of our bridge association with the two of you as we all struggled toward our LM’s.
Maribeth and Joe Ransel says
Linda: We were so saddened to hear that Tom had died. We know the past few months have been very difficult for you and we have thought of you often. We hope that peace will fill your heart and that the thoughts and prayers of friends will sustain you. Maribeth and Joe
Gene Hildegard McAdams says
Linda, My wife and I send our condolences to you and the family. We did not know Tom, Leslie as we know him, was ill. We only got to see and spend some times with one another at family gatherings. Leslie and I shared the same birthday, born one year apart. I admired his accomplishments and the life he chose to live. I am proud to have been his cousin and I will miss him.
Pam Strack says
Linda, we were stunned to read about Tom’s passing in the paper. Jerry and I have such good memories of you both from our bridge playing days and the times we would go out for a bite to eat after a Sunday afternoon game. Our hearts go out to you and Tom’s family at this very sad time.
Pam & Jerry Strack
Virginia McKay says
Remember you both playing bridge at Northside.Hazel Alig was especially fond of you both.
My thoughts are with you, Linda.
Virginia
Ellen Carnahan Bill Daniels says
We are so very sorry. I hope you carry some of Tom’s spirit with you and can take comfort from many happy memories. Our sincere sympathies to Linda, Emily and Sarah and all of his friends and family.
Tim and Carol Hollobaugh says
I never met the deceased, am cousin to his wife. I want to share my condolenses to his wife and daughters, brothers and sister… I am so sorry he suffer thru all the cancers they are terrible, my prayers are that the family finds comfort in knowing he is not suffering now… I think God has a special place for those who have suffered so much here.
John and Anne McCracken says
Tom was a much loved son-in-law and member of our family for too short a time. His passing leaves a great void and he will be sorely missed.
Dixie andJerry Surovchak says
Linda: Words cannot begin to express how sorry we were to learn of Tom’s passing. How I wish I could have been there for you. We will always remember the times our little group attended the Yuletide Celebration and dinner afterwards, that was a nice time together. You know we are here if you ever need us. Love you lots.
Carrie Svarczkopf says
Linda,
I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carrie Svarczkopf
The Kindred Family says
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time and in the days ahead as you try to cope with such a deep loss. Our loved ones leave the world but never our hearts.
Sheila Danner Dotts says
I know we”ve never met, but I grew up with Tom in N.A. during the 60’s. I was the bass player in the band and Joe Himmelheber’s cousin. I was so sorry to hear about Tom! He left this earth far too early! As I read the entries in the guest book I sensed he had been very ill. I’m glad he’s no longer suffering. You and your family have my deepest sympathy. I will always remember Tom with his wild, coarse, red hair—playing the guitar and having the time of his life! He was a brilliant student and a great guy to know. I haven’t seen him in many years, but he will always be in my memory and in my heart. Please accept my deepest heartfelt condolances for you and your family. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, both now and in the future.