In loving memory of

Thomas Harold Lemburg
October 15, 1937 - March 15, 2017

Thomas Harold Lemburg, 79, of Cedar Bluff, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Mercy Hospital, Iowa City. Friends and family may gather at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton, on Saturday, March 18th from 9:00-11:00 am for a time of visitation. Immediately following at 11:00 am, there will be a Celebration of Life service at Fry's with full military honors to conclude at Evergreen Cemetery, Cedar Bluff. A memorial in Tom's honor has been established. Online condolences may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com.

Tom was born on October 15, 1937 in Davenport, to Joseph and Genevieve (Hover-Zapletal) Lemburg. He attended Davenport Central High School before serving his country in the U.S. Marines. Tom was united in marriage to Dianna Arp on October 22, 1976 in Eldridge, Iowa. They made Cedar Bluff their home where they raised their children.
Tom spent his employment years as a self-employed drywall finisher. When Tom wasn't b.s.ing with the locals, he enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting and the time he spent with his grandchildren.
Surviving Tom is his wife, 8 children, Tim Lemburg, Todd (Janel) Lemburg, Tommy Lemburg, Ted (Sunday) Lemburg, all of Tucson, AZ, Trent (Rachelle) Lemburg of Tipton, Tina (Nick) Jones of North Liberty, Tucson (Barb) Lemburg of Tipton and Trey (Maddie) Lemburg of Tipton; brother, Jerry (Joanie) Lemburg; 23 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Tammy Lemburg; sister, Ruth Ann Cole; step-parents, Frank Zapletal and Malonie Lemburg.

Tributes

Jacqui why :) wrote on Apr 1, 2017:

"Very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I have so many fond memories of growing up in Cedar Bluff. XO Jacqui (Y) "

Danapala wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"Kohomada...?"

natali wrote on Mar 20, 2017:

"hi"

Charlene Andresen wrote on Mar 18, 2017:

"Sorry to hear of the loss of Tom. Condolences from the family of Marvin Lerch."

Marilyn Bennett wrote on Mar 18, 2017:

"So sorry to learn of Tom's passing. Cedar Bluff will miss one of its premiere citizens. Deepest sympathies."

Sandy wrote on Mar 17, 2017:

"Tom was a one of a kind character. Cedar Bluff has seen the end of an era. I knew Tom since 1969 or so, when he first came to Cedar Bluff to live. I'll miss his stories and our fishing trips most of all. I'll also miss his life "advice" that seemed to come from experience (some good, some bad!). Our sympathy is with you at this sad time. Dan L. & Sandy K."

gayle laucamp wrote on Mar 17, 2017:

"Sory to hear about your loss...I always enjoyed talking to Tom around this little town of ours. Many days greeting him in the family restaurant, or just around. Always kind words from him. So sad that he's gone now. Take care and hang onto those precious memories. Gayle and Randy Laucamp"

Rev. Ron Lashmit wrote on Mar 17, 2017:

"I was introduced to Tom in 1982 as "Uncle Tom". He was a great friend with a constant smile. I'll miss him. "

Carol and Harold Dawson wrote on Mar 17, 2017:

"Please except our deepest sympathies on your dads passing. "

Larry Blake wrote on Mar 17, 2017:

"So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family. Tom was a good friend and will not be forgotten."

Kim&Kerri Timmerman wrote on Mar 17, 2017:

"Fond memories of Tom when I'd see him around town on my mail route! Always had a wave or a "hi"! My first memories of him are from my Dad and and their "stories". God bless you all and hold tight those wonderful memories you have!"

Tony & Beckie Countryman wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"Our heart goes out to the Lemburg family. So sorry for your loss, Tom was a great man to all, he will be missed by many."

Kris Clark wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"So very sorry, Diana. Tom was a great guy and will really be missed. Take care. "

Kris Clark wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"So very sorry, Diana. Tom was a great guy and will really be missed. Take care. "

jo johnston wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"So sorry for your loss. Tom a one of a kind, always enjoyed talking with him. Prayers and hugs to all of you.May god give you peace."

Deb Smith wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed? the conversations we had."

Bonnie Bryden wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"I liked Tom the minute I met him having coffee time at the Family Restraunt I admired his service and his WONDERFUL sense of humor. I saw him at Tiger Mart about two weeks ago and he said " shit they let you out of the house" during the entire time I would see him we would joke. I would say " who lifted the rock you were under ". I really like Tom he was so funny loved his stories and observations. He made me feel good right when I moved to Tipton. I loved running into him I always walked away laughing. Tom I will dearly miss running into you at store or around town. You will be remembered by me always. Sympathy to your family. Hey even when it was 110 degrees there was Tom in his long sleeves."

Margaret Thomas wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"One of my daily Tiger-Mart customers, I looked forward to seeing each day. My prayers go out to the entire Lemburg Family in their loss of Tom."

Fry Funeral Home wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"PA PA Tom was a great father and grandfather. He will be dearly missed by everyone! Cindy and Kirk Sissel "

Gloria hubler wrote on Mar 16, 2017:

"Sorry to hear of Toms passing he was such a great man he would always stop in Buchanan at the garage and shoot the c??? With the guys my son always called him Myra I dont know what but I'm sure they did my thoughts are with Diane and families."