From: Rich/Voyager

Rapid City,  SD

Message:
My thoughts and prayers are with family & friends at this time. There are no real words of comfort at a time like this, all anyone can do is to be there in what ever capacity. Rich

From: Michael

Bristol,  CT

Message:
I always enjoyed the banter with Tom online. He had an acute sense of humor and a warm heart. I will miss him and his tales of gourmet meals. Rest in peace Tom. "Goodnight sweet Prince, may flights of angels guide thee to thy rest"

From: Jeffrey Garrett

N Manchester,  IN

Message:
I had the good fortune to be roommates with Tom, once in the early eighties and again in the late nineties. I celebrate his wit, charm, soul and his gourmet cooking! Peace to you all, Jeffrey

From: Craig and Wayne

Oklahoma City,  OK

Message:
Tom was such a wonderful man. We had the joy of knowing him and hearing his great stories and his adventures. We're glad he found Bob and had peace and comfort. We will certainly miss his light.

From: Larry/Fragel

Wilmington,  NC

Message:
I will remember Tom's encouragement and kind words for anyone in a time of need.

From: Gordon

Montreal,  Canada

Message:
you will be missed but not forgotten.

From: Sid Ward

Castro Valley,  CA

Message:
I will always remember Toms and all the fun we would have in chat as well as IM's especially discussing martini times (Oh how he loved his martinis) and looked forward for he and Art coming to San Francisco so I could show them the sites and enjoy a great dinner overlooking the Golden gate. I know that Tom is in a better place even though it's hard knowing he's not here with us.

From: Nick/Cathy

Pennington,  NJ

Message:
My deepest sympathy to Tom's family. We spent many hours online chatting, as well as several hours on the phone, and I was fortunate enough to meet Tom a few times. He was a generous, funny, interesting person to be around. I am thankful that he and Bob shared their life and home with me. "You've gone from me, I cannot touch you now, But I can hold you in my heart." May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

From: Revis Bell

Houston,  TX

Message:
I knew Tom prior to 1987 when I started working with him at the Court House and in knowing him came to know a wise, civil, and often generous human being. His wit was often enjoyed by many at the court house. Sally, James, the Judge and I will miss him. Rest in Peace knowing that your friends will see you again some day! Revis

From: Diana Lani Windsor

Springfield,  IL

Message:
Tom, you were one of the best I've encountered in my life. I'm very grateful for the friendship you gave me & for the constant conversations we had online. Rest in peace and I'll be comforted that you're our guardian angel now. Love ya, Tom. Diana

From: Tuen

Kingston,  RI

Message:
he was always there... always such a kind and gentle way about him...

From: Renee

Niagara Falls,  NY

Message:
I can be grateful for the internet and the oppuritunity to "meet" such a person. May Toms real life family and friends be grateful for having him in their lives, I pray they find comfort in that now. Hugs to all of you.

From: John

Milaca,  mn

Message:
All of my chat time with tom in rooms was quite pleasant . As with many whom I have met online tom too added something pleasant to that experiance , John

From: Bryan Selby

Paris,  Tx

Message:
My condolences to Tom's family and dearest friends, I have chatted with Tom online a few times, he was a great guy. Bry

From: Zach

Naperville,  IL

Message:
My thoughts and prayers are with you

From: Mike

cleveland,  OH

Message:
No life is long enough..we can only thank god for freinds to help us make the crossing.

From: Randy

Shasta Lake,  CA

Message:
Tom will be deeply missed by us all. But knowing that he has crossed to that higher plain and will be waiting for us, is of great comfort. He was so fortunate to have such loving care from Bob during his final weeks. I'm sure he is very thankful to have had him there to assist in his crossing over.

From: Gregg

Piscataway,  NJ

Message:
My deepest sympethies to you at this time.

From: Jensen

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Message:
Tom will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. He will fly with the angels now and watch over all of you. God Bless

From: Jesse

Seattle,  WA

Message:
I never knew Tom. But I know that he was a loving partner to my friend Bob. My condolences to Bob and to Tom's family.

From: Phil

Salt Lake City,  UT

Message:
I never really knew Tom. But I am sure he was a nice guy. I know Art is a nice guy and I am sure that he will be remembered a lot with good thoughts. My prayers are with you Art. Phil

From: Jim I.

Port St Lucie,  FL

Message:
My Dear Friend, Tom, how I miss you today. In my mind I hear your voice and I know what you’d say; “Think of me often, until our lives cross again, live life to its fullest, you’ll find love from within.” In such a short time, you earned our love, our admiration; you blessed our lives with true friendship and inspiration. Never such qualities had we known in a man, you touched our lives in a way no one else can. You enriched our lives in a way I could never explain, you helped mend hearts that were filled with such pain. You said life was worth living, always a new dawn, your strength gave us courage and the will to go on. Then in a single instant, for you, no tomorrow, for us, no good-bye, only regrets and deep sorrow. In our Lord’s hands, I pray, your soul He will keep, and grant you everlasting peace, thoughout your eternal sleep. We'll remember your laughter, your warmth, and your love, as we gaze at the stars that you gave us above. You live on in our heart, but not just within. We'll always feel your presence in the warm, gentle wind.

From: Chris

Rapid City,  SD

Message:
Art, May memories comfort you in the loss of your loved one. Tom you touched many peoples lives and you will be missed. I am thankful that I got to know you.

From: Clayton

Minneapolis,  MN

Message:
Dear Bob, I can only say that my thoughts are out there for you, and my heart. So terribly sorry.....

From: Bill

Greenville,  SC

Message:
My thoughts and prayers are with you..

From: Jessi and Robin

Minneapolis,  Mn

Message:
Tom and Bob were going to meet up with us in the Twin Cities so many times but it was not to be. Tom came from Houston and had many common memories from back there. We visited many times from afar, and you will be missed. We love you both so very much. This life is better for having known Tom and Bob both and Tom will be deeply missed. In a song by the Flirtations, it is said that "the measure of of one who is gone is the love they leave behind." By that measure, Tom ranks very high indeed. {{{Bob}}} for the days and weeks ahead.

From: Larry

Edison,  NJ

Message:
My prayers are with those closest to Tom. May he rest in peace and may you, who loved him so much, find solace in the time that you were able to be together.

From: Mark

Springfield,  MA

Message:
My condolences! I always enjoyed Tom's company, when I was hosting in the AOL chat rooms. What a kind, wonderful and humorous person who will so be missed.

From: George

New Braintree,  MA

Message:
Art, my thoughts are with you in this time and I will remember Tom always and wish I had a chance to mix him a maxi martini.

From: Coocoocorrode@aol.com

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Message:
A touch of spirit across miles, and a banter for a time, and now the veil comes down. Until later Tom. ³Valley¹s deep and the mountains so high, if you want to see God you have to move on the other side. You stand up there with your head in the clouds, don't try to fly, you know you might not come down. Don't try to fly near God, you know you might not come down ...² Barkley James Harvest.

From: Darrel

Walker,  MN

Message:
Bob, I know words can never assuage the deep pain you now feel, but I give you my thoughts and prayers. May you remember only the good times with Tom. I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but did chat once. God Bless

From: Wanda

Montgomery,  AL

Message:
Many have passed through our chatrooms here on AOL...some have stayed awhile and became my friends. But Tom, dear, sweet, kind Tom who I never saw say an unkind word to anyone, touched my heart. I was always glad to see him pop up on my buddy list, and disappointed if he signed off without coming into the room to chat. Tom left footprints on my heart, and I will miss him deeply.

From: Laura

Stilwell,  KS

Message:
I didn't know Tom well, but he was always sweet in the chat rooms. I'm sorry to hear about his passing, and disappointed that I didn't know him better. My heart breaks for his partner's loss.

From: Laurie

Stilwell,  Kansas

Message:
Tom was a true friend, with a great love for his friends. The footprints he left on my heart will always remain intact. He touched many lives with his gentle soul and will be greatly missed. My sympathy to Art and Tom's family. Tom will be missed, but never forgotten.

From: craig

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Message:
i remember tom most for his WIT and CHARM.. he livened up many an online chat room..i will truly miss him.

From: Austin

Fort Myers,  FL

Message:
You will be missed. We are given so many things in life and one of them was friends. Thank you for that. Friends are friends forever, even though you are in such a better place. See ya again one day !!! ~ Austin ~

From: JACK

Bridgeport,  CT

Message:
My heart goes out to Family and Friends in this time of sorrow. Never had the privledge of chatting with him but im sure he was very much like his partner ans will be surely misssed.

From: Rob Hadley

Chicago,  IL

Message:
Bob, Life is but a journey. It travels over golden field, clear paths, raged seas and rough roads. It's moved by warm summer breazes and bitter winter winds. But a journey taken leads on to something new. Yours and Toms was a journey of love. A love with those rough seas and gentle summer breezes. Mosty, it's journey made toghether with hope for a future. A future with complete peace.

From: Isa & Doreen

SF Bay Area,  CA

Message:
Thank you AOL for letting us into more peoples lives then ever before. We were fortunate to "know" Tom & Art. Our condolances to Art and your repective families, both online and in real life. Tom you will be missed. Play nicely up there! Art please take care of yourself as he would have wished. Love to you***

From: I-BEAM STAFF

Moorhead,  MN

Message:
We all are thankful that we had the opportunity to know Tom. We will truly miss his humor and presence.

From: Jim

San Augustine,  TX

Message:
It was a privilege and pleasure to meet Art and Tom in Houston and to enjoy their good company. I'm saddened that my time with Tom was all too short, but I shall remember him fondly always. I'll remember his cat who joined me in bed and tried to sleep on my face. Art, I offer you my sympathy and any other support I can to comfort you. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

From: Gerry Moore

West Hollywood,  Ca

Message:
Tommy!!!!!!!! Your charm wit and personality will stay with me forever.

From: Dave

Cleveland,  OH

Message:
Tom, you'll be missed! :(

From: Joyce

Baltimore,  MD

Message:
Tom was always there when you had a problem, never judgemental. He will be missed. Fly with the angels, Tom.

From: Bob Riner

Laguna Beach,  CA

Message:
I had the good fortune to know Tom for a long time and he was always a man of great generosity of heart and spirit. Tom you will be missed by many! Peace!

From: Paul

Providence,  RI

Message:
Tom, you are going to be sorely missed by those chatters who's lives you touched. You were a good friend to many. Bob, My deapest sympathy to you and to Toms family for your loss. Rest in knowing he is looking down on you.I will keep you all in my thoughts.

From: Steve Kuckuk

Appleton,  Wisconson

Message:
The death of any of us diminishes all of us . . . . Sometimes there just are no words . . . . Steve (aka SteveK ApplGuy@aol.com)

From: Michael

Fargo,  ND

Message:
Tom will surely be missed by me. I will miss our afternoons at Granite City and just hanging out at the house. Bob and Tom's other family, I hope you will find some comfort in knowing that he will no longer suffer, and he was a genuinely good person. I honestly believe I am a better person for having known Tom and he will surely be missed by many.

From: Terry Dailey

Fargo/Bangkok,  ND

Message:
Though i only knew him a short time in Fargo, I invited him to my house to dinner once. He brought such warm & kindness. He will be missed.

From: John

Seymour,  CT

Message:
Tom was a remarkable person. Always open, honest, and ready to help. While his body may have passed on, his soul will continue to live in all those people who he has touched in one way or another. Tom will not be forgotten and Tom's words and ideas will continue. Tom was an inspiration to those who knew him. Tom is in a place where his suffering and pain is no longer. I offer my deepest sympathies to you, Bob, and to Tom's family and all who knew him. :::HUGS:::

From: Corine

Fargo,  ND

Message:
Our deep sympathy Bob, in the loss of Tom. The short amount of time since we met you and Tom, will always remain in a joy in our hearts. Unfortunely, circumstances didn't allow me to attend Tom's memorial service on Sunday. Tom prepared several meals for our families at the Ronald McDonald House. Sharing his gourmet cooking, brought such smiles, and happiness to our families, and staff. I'm so greatful for knowing Tom, if only for a short time. Bob, please extend our sympathy to Tom's mom and other friends as well. Bob, hope our paths will cross again at a later date. Corine and ALL staff at the Ronald McDonald House.

From: van

Houston,  TX

Message:
I met tom one night during my timein need of support and friendship. A gracious, witty wonderful man.. He found the time to help me even when he had problems that were larger than my own. I am truly sorry to hear about his passing.... my eyes are filled with tears and my heart aches. Thank you Tom for all of your love... Say hello to our friends in heaven... love, van

From: Reggi

,  IL

Message:
Tom was a friend to me back when I really needed him the most. I cannot begin to tell you how supportive, funny, intelligent, and spunky I found him to be. My prayers go out to all of those who will miss him as much as I will, and more.

From: Steve

El Cajon,  CA

Message:
Tom is going to be missed. I am thankful for the opportunity to have shared our online friendship.

From: Lee/Gordon

Houston,  TX

Message:
Our deepest sympathy to Bob and to Tom's many friends. We had the privilege of knowing Tom, who was my brother's roommate, in Houston--he is missed but not forgotten--his wit, kindness, and gourmet cooking are memories we will cherish until we see him again.