Thomas Nelson Beversdorf

"FROM THE DAUGHTER OF JAIME NELSON Hi Thomas, I loved your home and your lovely trinkets. You seemed like such a amazing and fun person! Your home was so interesting with so many different items with different stories. A family member or a close family friend told me your story. I hope you met that lovely woman where ever you are now. I really wish i could've met you. You reminded me of my own family! I hope your still having crazy adventures! Lots of love from the daughter of Jaime Nelson. P.S. I still wanna know if you like fudge also whats your favorite word? Mines scrumptious! "

"Thomas .....my daughter and I went to your estate sale after your passing. We spoke with your mother and brother. They miss you so much. I bought a water color painting hanging on your wall. We noticed your party wall and we bought some books as well. Thomas that painting hangs in my kitchen and your book from childhood is on our shelf. We wish we could have known you when you were a meat puppet here on earth! I was adopted by a nelson and your mother reminded me of Grandma Ruth. I wanted to stay in the chair and sit in your space. You loved the stars and life itself. I could tell you were an amazing character. Your brother told my daughter a love story about you and a special lady. This was a few years ago now and we still talk about you and we never met. My daughter and I did get to know you though....... Your place was a safe space. I wanted to buy the house. Wherever your next adventure took you I hope it was as magical as your life. Stay in the light. Btw my daughter wants to know if you like chocolate fudge. Peace my space travler"

"I had just found out of a dear friend of mine's passing , we had alot of fun times, at sals bar karaoke, darts at his house singing. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND YOU ARE MISSED."

"I first met Tom in Tucson, AZ in 1975. I was introduced to him through my ex husband Dave Howard. I remember his gentle spirit and kind heart. A group of us, Kathy Spatny, Kathy Barber, Phil and Jean Hasse, from his high school days, were instant friends. He will surely be missed by all. My deepest regard to his family. Jacque Caldwell"

"Tom is dearly loved and remembered by our family. We lived in Moonridge. My brother and Tom were always up to something! Their Moon Valley HS days were very ""eventful". Tom brought joy, laughter and humor all along life's way. It was a gift to know him. He will be greatly missed."

"I've only known Tom for 5 years met through a friend we did some camping swap stories help each other with a few projects on the side what an incredible person and he will be missed he did make the world a better place best wishes to all who ever met him and God bless you Tom you are a special one. With special love from Danald and Bonnie."

"Tom way back when your little brother, Grey was in my science class. He said I should meet you and so I did. The moment I open my door, there you stood, long curls and a huge smile that won me completely over and do it was the beginning of a long, beautiful courtship and two decades of friendship. We never argued or had a fight. You were sweet, caring, clever,gentle, kind, talented, loving, funny, a little goofy, smart, tenacious, I loved all that you were, and still do. I will cherish all our wonderful memories that also included our families. I will miss you and love you until I leave this earth. You know these tears will continue with in between smiles each and every time I think of you. Ours was a great love story. Come and be my guardian Angel. I'll look for you.????"

"Tom and I were friends for years we met at Moon Valley HS. We fell out of touch when I moved to California years ago. Tom was my friend. He was funny, kind, whimsical, and possibly even a hobbit, maybe a wizard or something close. It's hard to find words but Ruth my prayers are with you and your family. It's just so hard for me to wrap my mind around this. I thought I'd have more time. So sorry I didn't. Tom I LOVE you and will never forget the adventures we shared."

"Tom was such a kind gentle spirit, always ready to help in any way he could. He had a gift of making people feel special. He was creative, clever, humorous, a great teacher, inspiring his students and a wonderful friend. We had such great times together, being part of the "Lunch Bunch", his famous Halloween parties, hanging out at Fatso's and our awesome adventurous Motorcycle Rides together. We will miss you Beav and treasure the memories of our time together. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in their time of sorrow. We love you Beav...RIP! Love Jimbo Gentry & Mary Smith"

"Tom's passing has brought forward all these sweet and funny memories along with a mind full of thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy for Tom's family and friends. With lots of Love, Holly"

"The Pensiero family offers our condolences in hearing of Tom?s passing. We go way back to when your family and ours moved in to the Moonridge neighborhood. A family with several boys was enjoyed very much by our Tony who lived with several sisters. Tom certainly distinguished himself in many ways and he leaves wonderful memories for many."

"So very sorry.....Sending love and prayers....Lou and Wendy"

"Tom was truely one of a kind! A gentle soul that this world will miss! Soar with the angels!"

"Good Bye My Sweet & Precious Friend, Our time on earth has came to an end. But FOREVER in MY HEART YOU'LL BE. Because of all our Sweet Memories!!! I THANK GOD for all the time we shared.... The Good Times , The Bad Times , I KNOW You ALWAYS Cared.. I feel you in so many song , FOREVER to you MY HEART BELONGS. So wait for me. I'll be there and then Eternity we can share REST IN PEACE FOREVER IN MY HEART LOVE ALWAYS DJ Please Lord Jesus wrap your arms around all his Family and friends in our time of Sorrow."

"Mr Beversdorf and I crossed paths back in 1990, and I was better off for the experience. That was definitely a long time ago but I certainly remember him being my favorite teacher. Thank you for making those unbearable middle school days at Royal Palm a little more bearable. Rest in peace Sir."

"Tom you were a great friend ,peaceful soul and very gifted musician.I only wish we could have done more,You were a driving force in our band....Eclipse. We had a special musical chemistry that I believe made people have fun,be happy and enjoy the moment.I will miss you dear friend,like Audrey said we had different ways of doing songs...but what good band doesn't?Evidently Gods band needed you more and so the music continues in Heaven.Please do us a favor,when we come knockin' on Heavens door...let us in!!!Thank you for being you and all the music we did together.We'll meet again.God Bless You!!!"

"My heartfelt condolences to Tom's family. He and I were friends, and for a brief time a bit more, for the past 12 years now. I had the absolute pleasure of meeting some of you one family holiday celebration, as well as Scott on a couple of occasions. What you may not know is that when Tom and I met, I was rather reclusive, and it was his kind smile and greeting that encouraged me to venture back out into the world. For that, I will eternally be grateful. Even though long ago we drifted apart because our lives were on very different paths, over the years, he still occasionally dropped by to say hi or to honk as he passed. How I shall greatly miss that. I wrote a piece the day he passed away and I'll leave you with its final lines. All of you are in my prayers:: Even though LONG ago We MOVED on I know TOMORROW I'll awaken To a MUTED dawn With ONE LESS hue For today The WORLD Lost The COLOR Of you Rest in peace, Tom, and know you are missed."

"My best friend is gone. The man who believed that a stranger was simply a friend he had not met yet. His kindness unparalleled, there was nothing Tom would not do for anyone. Always of service to family and friends. Loved his humor and eccentricities. I will miss him as long as my heart beats. Thank you for showing me the moon and stars. Thank you for serenades on cool evenings, strings gently played while singing my favorite songs. He knew them all. Rest in peace now love. Until we meet again. I will always love you."

"Tom- you were a part of my life since we moved to Phoenix in 1971. You were part of the friends at our house when we were teenagers. Those were fun-filled days. Then in 2006, I had the pleasure of teaching with you for a few months. I will miss you as you begin your new journey in the heavens!"

"Tom and I were sweethearts in high school. We stirred in each other an unbridled sense of adventure that took us to Mardi Gras, a tour of the national parks in the west, across Europe, up to Alaska and finally through Central America. That spirit of adventure lives with me still. I am writing this from South Korea. Tom connected so easily with strangers. And he was a master story teller. We'll al miss his hilarious sense of humor, his creativity and his kindness. Remember, Tom, "It's only toe nails burning...""

"Wow, Tom! I remember meeting you in 1987, when you took over my classes for my maternity leave. In a moment, I knew that ?my kids? would love you. Thank you for your space station project that led me to teach science fiction which I learned to love. That was my favorite time of year. Thank you for making our team at Royal Palm one of the best. You gave many kids the motivation to learn, a natural teacher. I am so very glad that I had the opportunity to work with you. You are very missed. Adios."

"We are saddened by Tom's passing. But we are blessed to have known him from his days at Royal Palm Middle School. He was a great teacher!"

"One of my son's favorite teachers, mentors, dear friend and kind soul. We have some wonderful memories of Fatsos open mic. It was Toms encouragement that had Buddy playing out as such a young age. We have missed you over the years. May you rest in power and love."

"Tom.... you were a comet, a diamond..... sometimes an enigma!I have known Tom for almost 30 years...we did a LOT of music together ...many music gatherings.. Your infamous halloween parties ..music central on Windrose drive or Dave and Shelley's house...many gigs.. we would knock heads on how to do the music .....Tom wanted to do the song by the book and I did not!!! But we would eventually meet somewhere in the middle..... So farewell Gentle Spirit and I'm sure you are jamming out with Mike Shields and Corky and all our other music friends who have gone on.... Probably meeting them somewhere in the middle.... love you Tom we will have a big Jam when I get there!!!"

"One of the finest human beings I've ever had the honor to know, and the privilege to call my friend."

"We were so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. There are so many memories washing over us right now, from the fun time he and Phil had in high school, to the time he lived with us while traveling across Europe, to his epic Halloween parties and those crazy red cowboy boots. The world lost an incredibly talented and gentle, quirky soul when he left us. Phil and Jean Hasse"