"I met Mr Biermaas on the Buccini's back porch. It was clear he loved his family, wife and his friends. He always had a smile and an interest in what we were up to. I am very sorry for the families loss but you can take comfort to know that his best friend is waiting for him in heaven."
In loving memory of
Thomas S. Biermaas III
June 20, 1944 - July 15, 2011
Thomas S. Biermaas III, 67 of Maple Glen died peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, July 15, 2011.
Born in Philadelphia, he is the beloved husband of Maureen M. (nee McCartney) Biermaas. He was the Loving father of Thomas S. Biermaas, IV and his wife Corina of St. Louis, MO, Patrick C. Biermaas and his wife Brandi of Horsham, and Kevin D. Biermaas and his wife Claire of E. Norriton. He was the Dear Pop-Pop of 16 grandchildren. He was also the Brother of Pat Smith and husband Bob, Vickie Mader and husband Dan, and the late Daniel Biermaas.
Mrs. Biermaas shares these beautiful memories:
Tom was not only the love of my life, my everything, but we were best friends. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend. We met in our childhood neighborhood almost 50 years ago and we were happily married 43 years. If I had to do it all over again, I would do it in a heartbeat.
We were a team and did almost everything together. We have three wonderful sons, Tom, Pat and Kevin. He was so proud of his sons for the men that they became. He was a disciplinarian who was strict, but also tried to teach them life's lessons along the way. He was also very affectionate, kind, considerate and had a great sense of humor. He loved being the biggest kid when it came to entertaining his sons . . . and then their children. That gave him tremendous joy in life.
Tom was in the Navy and served his country during the Vietnam War, being home based in Pearl Harbor. He then spent the rest of his career in the printing industry, being the owner of his own business, Bux-Mont Printing in Hatboro.
Tom was diagnosed with a disease called Frontotemperal Dementia (FTD) eight years ago. It slowly robbed him of his very being.
Tom is now in Heaven with God and his loved ones. I'm sure he is happy there because in heaven there is peace and that is what we all wanted for Tom. I loved him so much and he will live on forever in my heart.
Relatives and Friends are invited after 9:30 AM on Monday, July 25, 2011 to St. Alphonsus Church 1565 Temple Drive, Maple Glen, PA. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Msgr. Thomas J. Owens at 11:00 AM. Interment will be private.
Remembrances in his name may be made to Association of Frontotemporal Degeneration, Radnor Station Bldg. #2, Ste. 320, 290 King of Prussia Rd., Radnor, PA 19087 www.theaftd.org
Tributes may be made at www.UrbanFuneralHome.com
Tributes
"Taken from us far to soon, forever in our hearts, the time we had with you will always be priceless. The things you taught us, we will always be greatful for. The years we had you were the best. They say grandchildren are the crown jewels of life, you wore your crown well. You are our king. Nothing can replace the memories we have of you. We know we will see you again. We love you. Your loving son, Patrick and his wife, Brandi. XoXo"
"Our fondest memories of Tom are before he was diagnosed with FTD. Our family visited at his house and my husband (Lou) and Father (Skip) smoked cigars and were hanging around laughing and telling stories. It didn't take much for Tom to make us laugh and he was always warm and loving. Tom also touched my niece Victoria's heart in a very special way. One year, on Valentine's Day, he drove to her house with a gift to lift her up because she was going through a tough time. He was extremely thoughtful and fun to be around. After his diagnosis we visited and his wife, Maureen was an inspiration to be around. You can see the love in her eyes to care for him in such a special way. At that time, Tom enjoyed watching the kids run around and was smiling. I remember he let out a big laugh when they walked by him. It was nice to see him but I was sad to see what this disease does to such special people in our lives. They are both blessed to have found each other and I am happy to know them both. I pray that there will be a cure for this disease. We will truly miss Tom and his smiles in a very special way. With all our love and prayers to his family and friends. With Love, The Cruz & Loudenslager Family"
"I met Tom many years ago while working with Mickey at TVSM. He was a warm, thoughtful and charming man. My husband Tom met him some years later and considered him a good friend almost immediately. They had a lot in common; both were handymen extraordinaire. We will miss you, Tom. God bless you. Rest in peace our good friend."