Thomas Everett Schooley
February 16, 2013
Thomas Everett Schooley, 72, passed away at his home Saturday, February 16, 2013.
Thomas was born September 19, 1940, in Brighton, Iowa, and was raised by his grandmother, Catherine Fuller. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and a member of the Beaverdale VFW. Thomas was a self-employed businessman. He served as a deacon in the Lutheran Church for many years. Thomas enjoyed playing golf and reading.
Thomas is survived by his children, Dr. Thomas Todd Schooley, Troy (Melissa) Schooley, Christine (Paul) Brenneman, and Catherine (Dave) Smith; former daughter-in-law, Keely Kruse; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and one on the way; former spouse, Janet Schooley; and a host of other extended relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Vonnie; sisters, Janice Blades and Barbara Sample; father, Ray Schooley; aunt, Clara Alford; grandparents, Ralph and Catherine Fuller; and two great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street. Burial will be at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the VA Hospital Pulmonary Department.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Mary Sands
03/05/2013
Hope it isn't too late to send this.
Sorry to hear about Tom. My
prayers are with you Janet.
Anne Pederson
02/24/2013
Troy and Family- so sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers to you and yours during this sad time...
Krista Reha
02/24/2013
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Tom. I will always remember his fun personality, and wonderful smile! My heart goes out to all of you!
Trinette Worthington
02/19/2013
The Worthington family has you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless you and your family.
David, Kathy and all of the Worthington children
Robert and Karen Kuoppala
02/19/2013
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Dad will remain forever in your hearts. Our love to all of you.
Chris Brenneman
02/18/2013
Thank all you for all prayers. Dad is and was a great father, grandfather, great-grandfather, husband and friend, he will be missed in many ways.
Love you Dad!!!
Kim Dennis
02/18/2013
My heart goes out to all of you. Our families spent alot of great times together and had alot of fun. Many years. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jacque Dennis-Adamson
02/18/2013
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Janet my heart, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you! He was such a fun, sweet man and full of humor. Like Kim said our families spent alot of great times together and he will truly be missed! Love to you all.
Jamie Smith
02/18/2013
The picture of Tommy is perfect because he always had a smile on his face and something humorous to say. Janet and ALL of the kids provided such loving care and support for Tommy which I'm sure meant the world to him. He will be missed greatly.
Lisa Smith
02/18/2013
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Brad Garrett and Patty King
02/17/2013
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.