Thomas J. "Tom" Dawdy
October 20, 2016
Tom Dawdy, 65, passed away from prostate cancer on October 20, 2016, at Mercy Hospice in Johnston. He was born in Boone, Iowa, on October 2, 1951, to James and Irene Dawdy.
Tom married Debra Winters October 17, 1969. He worked as an account manager for Procter & Gamble, retiring after 29 years of service. He very much enjoyed his work serving local grocery chains such as Fareway, HyVee, and Dahl’s.
During his lifetime, Tom loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, and following NASCAR.
Tom is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Debbie; daughter, Sherry (Jon) Miller; grandchildren, Dakota, Madison, Austin, Colby, Haylea, and Infynity; mother-in-law, Shirley Winters; as well as many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Amanda Dawdy, and his brother, Jim.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 25, 2016, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday evening from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Barb Hunt Heater
10/24/2016
Sherry, so sorry to read about ur dads passing. Bradi's dad passed at the same age, I believe. I remember u coming to our house or Bradi being at ours. I dont know ur mother but please express my condolences to her too. Must be difficult for her to lose a daughter and husband in the same year. And for u to lose ur sister and dad, too. God bless ur family. Barb Hunt Heater
Roger Brown
10/22/2016
So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I remember him when he was a darned good catcher back in the day. He was a really, really nice guy. Faye and I send our heartfelt condolences to Deb and the family.
Judy Carrillo
10/21/2016
I have wonderful memories of Tom always smiling and full of fun. He loved children. I remember him taking Jeremy fishing when they came for a visit. When Ashley was a baby, I remember how much he enjoyed holding her. Tom and Deb have always been wonderful aunt and uncle to my children and it has not gone unnoticed. I pray that God brings comfort and peace to his family. With love and sympathy. Judy