Thomas Lee Garing
December 31, 1969 - December 31, 1969

"We were privileged to know Tom while he was a student at Butler University and later as a colleague in many activities in the Pharmacy Profession. We especially remember his positive outlook and winning smile. May many happy memories sustain you at this time and in the future. Best regards,Waqar and Martha "

"Tom was such an extraordinary man! I always looked forward to working with him or just catching up on how he and the family were doing. Barb, I wish you and the boys the very best! "

"Barb, Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives. You and your family will remain in my prayers"

"Barb,We pray that you and the boys find strength in your time of loss. God bless you and your family."

"Barb and Family:My most sincere condolences to you all. I send my thoughts and prayers for strength during this difficult time. Tom's loss is a loss within the Lilly family.Sally A. Belknap"

"Dear Barbara and Sons:Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Tom was an amazing man, who will be remembered for the many wonderful things he did in his life. We were there the night he performed CPR on the late Father Boris, prolonging his life at a church dance. The next morning in church Bishop Joseph spoke to the congregation knowing that God had lead Father Boris to the dance, because Tom would be there. Tom was a true gentleman. May you find comfort knowing he is with your father /grandfather Harry, and his own parents. The best part of Tom will live on in you, and your boys."

"Barb, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons during this time. Tom was an awesome colleague; I learned so much from him and truly enjoyed his passion for his family, his friends, and his goals in life. He will me missed and remembered fondly. "

"Dear Barb, it was such a pleasure getting to know you and Tom this past year as we cheered on our Irish football team. Our heartfelt condolences to you, Nathan and Evan at this time. Good memories of Tom will be with you always. "

"Barb and Family-- Tom was such a caring person, such a wise person, and such a fun-loving person. I was privileged to call him Friend. I am praying that the God who has Tom securely in His arms will comfort you in this time of grief and pain. "

"Dear Family of Tom Garing:Tom always took the time to stay connected to fellow employees and professionally to address problems and issues. He will be missed. Gob bless you during this time of sorrow. "

"So very sorry for your loss, Barb. May you & your boys know God's comfort & presence, now & in the days ahead."

"Dear Barb, Nathan and Evan,Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father and husband. The best of Tom lives in each of you. May you feel the comfort of God's love and guidance as you face each new day. "

"Tom was my director at St.Vincent Hospital. I knew him as a supportive, and genuinely caring person. He wanted to get to know his colleagues as professionals, and maybe more importantly, as unique individuals. I will always cherish our long, intellectual conversations on business, philosophy and more. All who were privileged to know him and be touched by his presence on this earth will miss Tom greatly."

"I will always treasure my friendship and colleagueship with Tom. He was brilliant yet deferential in the face of praise. He spoke often of his beloved family and my thoughts and prayers go out to you. "

"I knew you Tom at Cathedral. He was a great guy. I knew that he would be a great father and husband and add so much to the world, and he did. My condolences. "

"Dear Family of Tom GaringI had the privilege of working with Tom for a relatively long period of time. He was very knowledgeable, but most importantly he was a very good man. Whenever I met him, he had a nice word and a smile in his face. We will all miss him a lot."

"Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel about Tom's passing. He was a pleasure to work with and talk to. I will miss him."

"Barb and Family,I worked with Tom at St. Vincent. He was always ready to talk and listen my dumb jokes. Please know that he was a great guy. May God bless you and comfort you."

"Barb, Nathan and Evan,We send our love your way during this difficult time. Tom was a wonderful husband, father and friend. He was a great CYO basketball coach at St Luke! I know he is at peace now and must be coaching God's team! Barb you were a wonderful nurse and we know that Tom always got the best care because of you. Sending hugs your way."

"Dear Garing Family;Although I only recently came to know Tom as a colleague at Lilly, I found his experience, knowledge and passsion for healthcare and the customers/patients he served to be an inspiration to me. I will miss Tom."

"It was a privilege for our staff to work with Tom on a critical project for our 2 companies. Through this effort we got to know a very kind, caring and fun person and a dedicated professional. Our thoughts are with his family. "

"Dear Barb and Family,I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. I did not know Tom personally but I can tell from the comments of his friends and associates that he was a very special person. I send my most sincere condolences to you and your family. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time."

"Dear Garing Family-I worked with Tom back in 2006 to 2007 on a large project in which Tom was the global project manager. It was such a pleasure to have worked with Tom, and I still fondly recall his great leadership and intense diligence on this project. I came to know not only his passion for work, but also his zest for life, and great love for his family. I will never forget that. I am saddened by his passing, bu know that his spirit will live on. My sincerest condolences, Ariela Chick (former project team mate/ friend)"

"Oh, I was so sad to learn about Tom; I worked with him at St. Vincent for many years and Robin (my daughter) went to Funshine Factory with Nathan. Tom was such a funny guy to be around; always had a great smile and contagious laugh. I pray for your family and know that God will comfort you in this time of loss. Tom will truly be missed."

"My thoughts and prayers are with you during this diffucult time! I had so much respect for Tom and have been deeply saddened by what he and you have had to endure the last few years. He played an instrumental part during my career at St. Vincent. I wish I could be there but living so far away has so many drawbacks. Love to you all,Susan Krajewski (former OLE)."

"Dear Barb, Nathan and Evan, There are no words to express our condolences to you. May beautiful memories of the wonderful man be with you always and may you be comforted by the many caring words of others. He will be missed. Please know that we are always here for you if you ever need help."

"Barb: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you have my prayers and thoughts."

"Sorry for your loss. Much too soon. God bless."

"Barb, you are your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you cherish the memories ot Tom. You both had such big hearts. We still remember the day when you both brought over the little red jeep for my boys to enjoy after your sons had out grown it. Many enjoyable memories were made in our family too by your's and Tom's generosity. We pray that God will give you strength in the days ahead to help you during this difficult time. Love, Debbie and Scott "

"Barb and Family, We are truly sorry for your loss. We are better people and better professionals for the times we shared with Tom at St. VIncent's and ISHP.Alice and Larry States "

"To the Garing family: I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have known Tom for over 20 years. I worked with him at St. Vincent's and then later at Lilly. I enjoyed hearing him talk about his family and he and I also liked to spend time talking "shop." Tom was a great pharmacist and project manager. Cherish your memories, he will be with you always."

"Dear Barb and Family, I was so shocked to hear of Tom's passing at Mass this am. I was privleged to work with him at St. V's and many years ago with I Can Cope. I also saw him again when his mom was ill. We lived only a few doors from you on Whitewood Court. He was just a super guy; please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons at this sad time.Faith Linden"

"Dear Barb and Family,I worked with Tom for a number of years in Organizational Development at St. Vincent. My wife, Trish, and I offer you our deepest sympathy, and in memory of Tom we are having a Holy Mass said for him at Our Lady of the Light Chapel, Mariapolis Luminosa of the Focolare, Hyde Park, NY. It is a beautiful chapel that we have been to several times. We wish you and your family peace."

"Barb and Boys:When I returned to St. V. in 1990 your Tom and Tom Wills gave me a chance to be affillated with St. V again. I remember working with Tom for many years and he was always helpful in my years as a supervisor. His sense of humor made him easy to work along side of. You could tell his family meant a great deal to him. My prayers are with you all."

"Dear Barb, Not knowing Tom personally but, knowing you validates the genuineness of all I have read in this Registry. Tom lead a virtuous life. Tom's spirit will live on and be recognized through the lives he touched most his wife's-(Barb) and his sons-(Nathan and Evan). Tom left this world as a very rich man in character, gave his family something to be very proud of and live up to."

"Dear Garings,I just want to say that I love you all and that your dad meant a lot to me as a coach and also as a teacher. Growing up and being around him as much as did with being friends with Evan he taught me to be a great young man. He will be greatly missed by everyone and was loved greatly. Im sorry for your loss!Love, Matt O'Brien"

"Tom played a big role in my early career at St. Vincent. He was always willing to listen, offer guidance, support and a smile. He will be greatly missed. "

"Dear Barb and family,It was with much sadness that I heard of Tom's illness and death. He was a wonderful man with whom I had enjoyed working in various St. Luke activities. He was always willing to step forward to get a job done. May God's grace be with you as you try to carry on your life without such a great person."

"Dear Garing Family,We had the honor of working with Tom on a project last year. He was a tremendous project manager, but an even better person. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time."

"Tom is an amazing person and as he prepares for his next journey I'd like to say that I was privileged enough to work with Tom for over two years between Amylin and Lilly. Beyond being a great team leader; Tom was a blessing to all that knew him in this world; we look forward to seeing him again. Jeff Anderson - San Diego, CA"

"My prayers are with your family during this time. Tom was one of my first Pharmacist mentors when I started at St. Vincent while still a student many years ago. His passion for the profession was always obvious as was his concern for others. May you find comfort in your memories of such an outstanding man!"

"Tom's kindness and friendship are memories I will treasure. My sympathies to Barb, Evan, and Nathan. Words cannot express the loss to you all. Love to the family. Vicki. "

"My thoughts and prayers are with the Garing family during these difficult times. Tom was a tremendous man who will be greatly missed."

"Dear Barb and Family, It was my pleasure to work with Tom during the past several years. He and I would get into engaging discussions solving world problems. I will cherish those delightful (and often insightful) conversations. His sense of humor was a bright spot in the course of the day. His family was so important to him. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.Take care,Winnie Soviar"

"Dear Garing FamilyIt was with much sadness that I heard of Tom's illness and passing. It was my pleasure to have worked with Tom on multiple projects over the years and I will always remember him as such a kind, gracious and thoughtful man. He will be greatly missed and my thoughts are with you all at this difficult time."

"Dear Mrs. Garing & Family,My wife Kathleen and our family have held you in our prayers these past two weeks. I had the privilege of meeting Tom through the St. Luke Track Team a few years ago, when Tom was coaching the shot putters. Tom was such a thoughtful man and a quiet leader for the kids. He gave so much of himself, even coming out to all the practices and meets after Evan had graduated from St. Luke, so that his shot putters could learn & improve. I credit Tom for shaping & creating four City Champs in the Shot Put from St. Luke! There is a wonderful sympathy card that reads, "There is no pain on Earth that Heavan can not ease". I know that your husband & father is with Jesus and I hope that this fact helps ease the ache inside that you feel when you think of life moving forward without Tom. He lived well and left a wonderfully positive impact on the many people that had the good fortune to know him. "

"Barb and family,We were so sorry to hear about your lost. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts. The Petercheff/ Nathan family go back 40+ years and you know we love your family. Keep the faith.love, Beverly, Kevin and Stephanie"

"I have had the pleasure of working with Tom in various instances over the last few years. There is not one encounter with Tom when I didn't learn something new about him or the task at hand. Tom was a wonderful man. I feel lucky to say that I have had the opportunity to share moments of his life."

"Words cannot express the heartfelt sympathy that I want to express to your family. Tom was a kind person who touched the heart of everyone he knew. May God give you strength during this difficult time."

"Dear Garing family:My deepest sympathies to you. I was priviliged to meet and work with Tom at St. Vincent while in pharmacy school. He was kind and always took time for students. Many years later it was great to meet him again at Lilly. May our great God comfort you and your family during this time. "

"Dear Family of Tom Garing, It was such a privilege to know Tom during his own Cathedral High School years. A St. Phillip Neri graduate and fellow Eastsider - a wonderful guy! Please know that a Mass will be offered in his memory at my parish in Wilmette, IL. Mary Spalding Burns, Ladywood-St. Agnes Class of 1973"