Obituaries

Tom and I served on the golf sub- committee for many years. Tom always came up with ideas that would improve the golfing experience for the public. My sincere condolence to Toms family.

So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I have many fond memories of past golf adventures and of the long-ago Shuffle Inn softball team. Dick Hindman

All good thoughts to you all in this hard time. Tom was a good, good man who could always make me laugh. Many thanks to Tom and Sandy for their help and support when I returned to Madison in 1995. I don't remember all the particulars from when I wad really young, but I remember the great feeling of going to see Tom and Sandy back in the early '70s. Tom was one of the good ones and will be missed. Much love to all from the Yazbecs (Billy Yazbec III)

It was an honor to know you and your family, Tom. You all were a great help and comfort to me when I returned to Madison in 1995. I remember you both really fondly, Tom and Sandy, from way, way back in my earliest childhood memories in the early '70s. Much love to you all in this hard time. Tom was one of the good ones and will be missed!

It was Xmas 2011 and I was shopping for new clubs for my wife Jan. Tom was manning the counter at Odana. I told him what I was seeking. He said'I have lots of clubs for sale here but what you need is womens' clubs. I don't have any. Go out to Golf Galaxy ,they sell Adams womens' clubs' I thought what a businessman. Sending me to his competition to get the right product. I wished him a MerryChristmas and followed his instruction. I've told this story to many about Tom. To his family you have my sympathy.

Tom taught so many young people the game he loved. It's a gift these people will carry with them the rest of their lives. The game will miss him. And I will miss him as a friend. A life well played, Tom.

Tom was a joy to have as an Assistant at Maple Bluff. He was a hard worker with a strong work ethic. And his wonderful sense of humor made him fun to be around. I imagine that he and Jack have already picked up their philosophical discussions where they left off many years ago. I send Sandy and Anne my sincere condolences. Betsy Conrad

So sorry for your loss.

Tom told me once that he had the job that he's always wanted when he was head pro at Odana Hills. I remember seeing him on the practice green with a bunch of kids not only teaching technique but more importantly teaching etiquette. Finding what you truly love can take a lifetime. Tom was lucky to have found that out early and he knew it well. Deepest sympathy to Sandy and family.

Tom was a remarkable person. We met through golf and had many discussions on Golf technology. His memory will be carried well beyond our lifetimes.

Deepest sympathies Sandy and Anna, I'm sure you know you were Tom's world and he was so proud of both of you. I was lucky to know all of you and benefitted very much from Tom's guidance and caring. Rest easy old friend and thank you for your dedication to the game, the PGA and your team over many glorious years 💪.

I met Tom when he started his golf career in 1972 at MBCC. We has a lot of fun working at going to Caravellos sometimes after work. We also had some friendly 'bets' on a daily basis. Will it rain. When will this group be finished. He built a great working environment. He also had an influence on me becoming a PGA professional. And now I'm watching the Masters and thinking about him. RIP Tom.