Thomas Gilbert Pirtle
July 18, 2015
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Thomas Gilbert Pirtle, 57, was born September 30, 1957, in Des Moines, the son of Paul and Florine Pirtle. He passed away on July 18, 2015.
Thomas graduated from high school in Lake Orion, Michigan before moving to Des Moines. He was a truck driver for many years. Thomas enjoyed hunting, boating, target shooting and just being in nature. Above all, Thomas loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Thomas will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Thomas is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Patty; children, Rich Smyth, Rosie Zempel, Becky (Doug) Hickle, Tyler Smyth and Maria Pirtle; grandchildren, Chloe, Salina and Emma; brother, Kevin (Amy) Pirtle; a host of loving relatives and many special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Paul, Jr.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Thomas.
To the love of my life, Thomas..
How high our hearts can reach,
How far our thoughts can take us.
How full our days can be,
How free our dreams can make us.
All my love, Patty
Online condolences to HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Steven Cory
07/22/2015
Tommy, i sit here rememering all the good times we had growing up they will always be special in my heart. you will be missed.love you cuz.
Darwin and Diana Oberender
07/21/2015
You will always have a special place in our hearts as well..
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and our sister Patty..
Love you!
Casey Jo
07/21/2015
Uncle Tom will always have a spot in my heart! Some of the best memories growing up were with him chasing us kids around the house with a squirt gun and just being silly! Even though we didn't see each other as often in later years, I always knew he cared. He would ask how life was going and offer his love and support. I will always remember Uncle Tom for the fun memories and love he had for his family. My heart goes out to Aunt Patty and the rest of the family.
Sherry Love Van Maanen
07/20/2015
Tommy you'll get to be with your mom and dad. I'm sure they weren't expecting you so soon.
Thinking of your family and all the fun we had as kids.
Mike & Connie Oberender
07/20/2015
Tom will always have a special place in our hearts! We will miss him but never will be forgotten! Our hearts go out to the family and to his wife Patty! We loved him very much!
Maria Pirtle
07/20/2015
Hey dad, we laughed together, we screamed at each other, we cried together, we sat silently with each other, I will miss you laughter and hugs most of all. My babies miss you dearly. We don't understand why you left us so early, but for some reason you felt we would be okay. You are one of the reasons I am as strong and stubborn as I am, I am thankful for everything you thought me and didn't teach me so I could learn on my own. We love you and miss you more than imaginable. You will always and forever be in our hearts and minds. See you at the pearly gates
Vicki Sparks
07/20/2015
Tom was a good friend and best cousin. I miss him dearly, as all of the Sparks family does. Will pray for his family, which he enjoyed and lived for. Love you Tommy...