Thomas Spear
July 30, 2010 - January 10, 2009

"On behalf of the Milton College Preservation Society and alumni, we wish to extend our condolences to you and your family. "

"Pam, We just talked to Gail and found out that Tom had passed away. Please except our condolences at this difficult time. your friends, Dave and Ronda Ihrig"

"Pamela & family, So sorry to hear about Tom. You are in our thoughts & prayers. We have always been amazed by you & Tom and your fun-loving attitude in spite of all that you had to deal with. You are an inspiration to us all. God Bless! Ruth & Mike Clark "

"Pam, I just heard about the loss of your husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers! The love of your family and friends will help you through this time of grief and God's love will protect you and comfort you. You are a very special person! You touched my life! I am so glad I have had the opportunity through NASE to know you. God Bless and Semper Fi...........Susan Long, Kansas"

"Dear Pam and Family Just a note to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. I haven't seen you in a number of years but have good memories of times spent with you and Tom at Gail's. Tom will be missed by many I am sure. Having your family close by will be big support for you.Take care--will keep you in my prayers. Sally Lotz--Kewaunee"

"I have many wonderful memories of Tom. Growing up in Tipton, the 56 convertible and Lee's 66. Tom always had a wonderful smile. Our deepest sympathy to Pam and the whole family. Jim and Carolyn Selfridge"

"Dear Pam, I was a classmate and friend of Tom. We were both swimmers. I was very saddened to learn of his death. I will always remember youthful, happy times with him. The picture I have in my mind is that of the healthy young man I knew. He was always very nice to me, and I will always recall the kindness shown to me by his parents, Evie and Jack. Please accept the condolences of an absent old friend. Also my condolences to Bill. Sincerely, Jerry Stafford "

"Pam, May you be wrapped in the love of family & friends at this time and in the weeks and months ahead....Know that our prayers & thoughts are with you. I can hear Our Heavenly Father say \Well done good and faithful servant. Enter into the place I have prepared for you!\". We can find comfort in knowing that he is now made whole and without pain."

"Pammie, I just found out about Tom. I went and saw him on Friday in the unit. I'm so very sorry for your loss. Tom was such a great guy and he always had a smile on his face. He was a real fighter. I'm sure Our Lord has a special place for him in heaven. Please call or email me if you need anything. You and Christine are in our thoughts and prayers. Connie and Mike Shelsky "

"I was so sorry to hear of Tom's death. He was a great guy and we had a lot of fun times together in high school and after we got out of the service. I will miss him."

"Please accept my condolences for your loss of Tom. I will always remember Tom as a friend and classmate who always had a positive attitude on life. If there is anything that I can ever do for you, please do not hesitate to ask. Our prayers are with you. Ron Schwitzer and family"

"Tom will be greatly missed. He has touched so many lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. "

"Tom's smile will be missed by us all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Randy & Zach Phelps"

"Please accept our deepest condolences on Tom's Death. We can only imagine the loss you must be feeling, but hope that you can take solace and much joy in reflecting on the many years you had to share with Tom. He was always so cheerful and full of life. It was always a joy for me to visit with Tom on the occasions I had to cross his path. He was a great classmate and friend for all of us. Again, our deepest sympathy and best wishes. "

"our condolences to the Tom Spear family. We always considered you our friends. Our prayers will be with you during this time of your Loss. Dale and Martha Hawkins Mesa, Az 85209 "

"Pam and Family, I just heard today about Tom's passing. I am very saddened to hear about your loss. Tom was a wonderful man and certainly loved by everyone he came in contact with. Certainly, both you and Tom touched my life during the time I cared for him at The University. My heart goes out to you and your family. Tom's memories will always live on because of the loving and caring person he was. May happy memories and loved ones help you through this time of loss. With deepest sympathy, Jennifer Swearingen "

"\Pammie\""

"I send my sincerest sympathies to you all. Tom was very special, and will be missed by many."

"Pam I am so sorry to hear of your lose. I remember all the good times we had together. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love ya girl! Becky "

"We are sorry for your loss"

"I am so very sorry to hear of Thomas' passing. Although I did not know him for very long, he became special to me in that short amount of time. I was very saddened by this news. I will be praying for your family and keeping you in my thoughts. Find strength in each other and in the thought that he is now at peace. With deepest sympathy, Nicole Wagner RN "

"Pam, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Find joy in the fact that Tom is now at peace. Love, Scott & family "

"Pam, my husband and I want to extend our sincere sympathy to you and the rest of Tom's family. I was a class mate of Tom's and always enjoyed seeing Tom at our class reunions and reliving those great high school times with him. My husband knew Tom as they went to Missouri Military Academy at the same time and rode to and from school several times with each other. Cherish the memories you have of Tom. "

"Pam, Christine and Shane: Our deepest symphathy goes out to all of you during this difficult time. Your family has been so strong for so many years and because of that Tom continued to be courageous and found the strength to keep going. His battle was not easy but he definitely showed others it can be done! He was always so pleasant to visit with and had talents no others had. We hope that through prayer, family and friendships you find the strength to make it through such a difficult time yourself. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Dan and Bobbie"

"Pam, Just received the news concerning Tom. I know he put up a great fight against all of his illnesses. I reviewed the on-line photos and you could clearly see you had a wonderful life and that part can never change. I am sure there will be hard days to come. If you ever need to talk, know that you can call me as I will understand anything you are going thru. The one time I met Tom I felt we had been friends forever. Please know I am thinking of you and your family....trice "

"I am very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I pray that God will stay very close to Pam and the rest of the family to comfort them through this very difficult time. We will be praying for you. Susan Smith Riveros (classmate of '63) "

" Hearing of Tom's passing has brought back a lot of good memories of Tom, the barn, the cabin, the pool and the basement,\56\" Chevy and the Vette. A lot of good times with Tom. My deepest condolence's to all. Terry Ahrens & family. "

"Semper Fidelis, Marine! I know you'll find many brothers guarding the streets up there. We'll miss you here but we were fortunate to have known you. Steve Stibbens Gunnery Sgt., USMC"

"Pammie; Sadness and a sense of loss fill our hearts, but so do love and hope. You and Tom seemed made for each other. The love that you both shared for each other and with your family and friends was evident. I'm certain you will see this love come back to you and your family now tenfold. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Christine, and all of your family. We love you. Tom & Shirley Sarbaugh "

"Hi Pam...I am shocked and saddened to hear about Tom's death. I have been thinking of you constantly...please know how much I loved and adored Tom. I hope to talk with you soon...I love you, holly "

"Pam, We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I hope your good memories help you through this tough time. Peace & Love, Tami & family"

"Our sincere condolences Pam. Tom is & always will be remembered as a wonderful man. I have many fond memories of coming over to your house to visit & golf with him on the course. He really knew how to enjoy life & loved his friends. I feel fortunate to of known him! Beau, Laura & Cole Butterbrodt "

"Thom Spear family: We are very sorry for your loss, we considered Tom and Pam very good friends. There were a lot of good times with you. We offer you our sincere condolences. Dale & Martha Hawkins Mesa, Az"

"Dear Friend I was sadden to hear of Tom's passing. I can only imagine how you must be grieving as your love, devotion and caring for each other was inspiring. May it comfort you to know that Tom is in God's country and care now and I am praying for you in your time of sorrows. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal and love leaves memory no one can steal. Sending you a gentle hug your way to comfort you and let you know that your on my mind and in my heart today and always. Love Lin Hannes "

"Pam, You had a great guy with you to share your life and dreams. He was one of the best! He was always the same no matter where or when you met him. No matter how he was feeling...and we know at times he wasn't feeling very well...he always was there with that smile. And who could forget that laugh! Or if I told a bad one, he would just look at me and shake his head and smile. He will never be forgotten and some day we'll all be with him again talking about the old times and how we were \back then\". Who knows where in heaven that will be. Heck"

"Dear Pam and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We'd so hoped that he bounce back, one more time, from this latest struggle. It was such a treat to get so much better acquainted with Tom this past year, as we talked about and worked on issues related to the historic Spear family house and barn here in Tipton. He really loved his old home, there was no doubt about that, and Tom was so supportive of all that we're trying to do to save the barn and preserve the heritage of the home. He really was a great guy-- and a wonderful big brother for his sister, Sara, too. I'm just very, very sorry that we weren't able to talk more. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days to come. God Bless. Kris Clark "

"Dear Pammie, As I write these words, Mary & I have both a saddened heart and a joyful spirit. Pam, we know you are missing your best friend and husband, but you can rejoice in knowing that Jesus has made Tom's body whole, renewed and pain free. Tom has touched the hearts of all his classmates with his courageous attitude during this 10-year cancer battle. We also commend you for your compassionate heart & giving countenance as Tom's caregiver during this trial. Both Tom and you, have been great examples of perseverance to us all. Pam, I fondly remember the days of growing up with Tom--The clubhouse in the Spear barn, playing army, camping at the Spear log cabin at Bunker's Grove, hanging out with Tom at the Phillips 66 gas station, hanging the \For Sale' sign on the schoolhouse"

"We were so very sad to receive Vaughn's email today about Tom. Our hearts go out to you, Pam, and to the rest of your family. Jack had come across a picture of Tom (taken at our reunion) a few days ago and we were wondering how he was doing. We just didn't expect to hear this sad news. But we are happy we had the opportunity to see Tom this summer - what a golfer he was! This photo of him is wonderful and shows his terrific spirit. Pam - you have so many close friends in Tipton. I know they are there for you now and will continue to be there for you with all the help and support they can give. We just offered up a prayer for Tom and for you. Love, Elaine and Jack."

"My dear Pam and Christine, my heart goes out to you both and your family, Christine. Tom was the most courageous person i have ever known. By the pictures in this album, it is obvious that you had a wonderful life, Pam, even made better by your daughter and her children. My thoughts and prayers will always be there for you. You have many wonderful memories, and many more to come with Christine and her beautiful family. My love to you all. ann "

"In remembrance of Tom and the wonderful person he was. We are so sorry he is gone from this earth but know that his memory will live on through this memorial and in the hearts of all those who knew and loved him."