The mission is to assist in the process of eradication of homelessness for Veterans. We are committed to... moreThe mission is to assist in the process of eradication of homelessness for Veterans. We are committed to doing everything we can with the resources we have available to help ease the transition from the street to permanent housing. We provide drug and alcohol detox and treatment with supportive transitional living leading to permanent housing.
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We have created a memorial to celebrate the life of our father Thomas R Wilson. Per our father's wishes we will not be holding a funeral or memorial in person. We have created this page so people can upload pictures and share their memories of Tom. I have also included a link for donations to the homeless... see moreWe have created a memorial to celebrate the life of our father Thomas R Wilson. Per our father's wishes we will not be holding a funeral or memorial in person. We have created this page so people can upload pictures and share their memories of Tom. I have also included a link for donations to the homeless vets in his name. Tom was a Vet and wore his special forces hat with pride every Veteran's Day. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial for our father.
OBITUARY
Thomas R. Wilson passed away Friday January 29, 2022, surrounded by his family. He left behind his wife of 53 years, Patricia and children; Bridget, Catherine, and Shawn.
My dad enjoyed life. He would pull off along the road to see yet another water fall or a historical monument. He believed it was about the journey as much as the destination. He took a lot of pride in his job, worked long hours and brought his work... moreMy dad enjoyed life. He would pull off along the road to see yet another water fall or a historical monument. He believed it was about the journey as much as the destination. He took a lot of pride in his job, worked long hours and brought his work home. Even so, he managed to be present for all my basketball games, track meets and plays.
He was the dad who would tell us we couldn't get a pet and then ended up loving it the most. He was the dad who brought us valentine's candy every year then ate most of it (he sure had a sweet tooth). He was the dad who booby trapped the living room with string firecrackers one Christmas Eve so that we couldn't sneak down for an early peek at our presents, then giggled in bed when Bridget set them off.
My dad and I disagreed on almost everything political. At times I would become so frustrated with him. He didn't believe in "handouts" because he had worked himself up through life. Yet at the same time, he would give a hand to anyone in need around him. He taught me that I could disagree with someone and love them with all my heart.
It's so hard to believe that you are gone. I miss you less
Uncle Tom was always my fun, cool uncle. Here are some fond memories I have of him.
He was the “fairy duster” at his brother John’s annual Fourth of July celebrations. Throwing various chemicals into the fire and creating colors for everyone’s... moreUncle Tom was always my fun, cool uncle. Here are some fond memories I have of him.
He was the “fairy duster” at his brother John’s annual Fourth of July celebrations. Throwing various chemicals into the fire and creating colors for everyone’s pleasure and amusement.
He was the crazy dancer at the weddings, and I even remember him attempting to break dance at one of them.
Ever the adventurer he was first on the trail or ski slope and helped everyone to participate and have fun. He and I went out on his “Bat” (Sunfish like) sailboat on a local Michigan lake one year and the wind was so strong it ripped the sail and we nearly didn’t make it back.
He and Pat would provide an overnight stay in Cadillac MI for me and my high school friends on our annual Boyne Mountain ski trips. One year he even let us all have “one beer” not knowing that we had cases of it in our car for the trip. On one trip I remember him waking us up with Shawn’s Star Trek model flying it through our room with all kinds of noises blaring.
My dad loved his family. He would drop everything to come help one of his children or my mom no matter what it was: financially, wisdom or just being there. He was very hard working, maybe too hard. I wish he had done more for himself, taken more... moreMy dad loved his family. He would drop everything to come help one of his children or my mom no matter what it was: financially, wisdom or just being there. He was very hard working, maybe too hard. I wish he had done more for himself, taken more vacations, spent more money on just things he wanted.
A great memory was when he went with my family and Shawn to the YMCA in Winter Park, CO for a vacation after my graduation. He loved that place and he had been there several times. We hiked every day, that is him on the cover picture after one of our hikes. He played games in the family center with the grandkids and just had a wonderful time.
My dad told me all the time how proud he was of me and always cheered me on. I knew he was always in my corner. I believe I have been able to reach my goals because of his great influence in my life.
Dad I miss you so much and you will always be in my heart. less
It is very hard to come up with what to say about my father on this page. The one thing about my father is that he always supported me my whole life. He was always there for me through my accomplishments, my failures, the happiest moments or my life... moreIt is very hard to come up with what to say about my father on this page. The one thing about my father is that he always supported me my whole life. He was always there for me through my accomplishments, my failures, the happiest moments or my life and my heart breaks. 46 years will never be enough time with him, but no amount of time would of been enough for a father like him. Rest in peace dad and I love you. less