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Nora and Steve Moline
November 1, 2020
Denise and family we are saddened by the loss of Tom. Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to the entire Hollowed family.
Peggy and Paul Klein
October 31, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers and love go out to Barbie and the entire Hollowed family.

Summer 2020<br />
Peggy Wilkerson
October 31, 2020
Summer of 2020. Daily pose!
Lynn Parthemore
October 31, 2020
My heart was broken to hear the news about Tom. I visited Tom at his work about a year ago to catch up. Most of the conversation was about how Tom loved going on vacation with his wife and how special each of his kids are. It was a wonderful visit. I never met someone that loved life and family as much as Tom. Our loss is heaven's gain.
Love ya Tommy...see you later.
Daina Ellerth
October 31, 2020
Denise and family, Hollowed and extended families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today, sharing in so many memories of a life well lived. He truly was one of a kind. God's love and peace to everyone.
Tommy, rest in peace my friend.
Daina
Tim and Maureen jones
October 31, 2020
Denise, TJ, Mike, Jon, Christi and Maddy,
Timmy told us about the sudden loss of Tom. We have no words. I know it has been a very long time since the days when we saw you often. The memories of those happy times on Washtenaw live on and they include memories of Tom’s large, outgoing personality. He was so full of fun and laughter. We are so so sorry for such a painful loss. He was one of a kind and we know he is missed. You have our prayers for strength and peace during this difficult time. Love and hugs, Tim Maureen, Timmy, Matt and Colleen Jones
Pat & Smokey Heath
October 30, 2020
Denise, we were deeply saddened to hear of Tom’s sudden death. We still remember dancing at your wedding. Tom always had a smile, hug, & laugh when we saw him. We send you and your whole family love, hugs, and prayers. Smokey & Pat
October 30, 2020
We are very for your loss, Jim and Maureen Smith

August 11, 2018 Bass Lake
Ken & Connie Kelly
October 30, 2020
Although it’s difficult to imagine our life without Tom in it and our hearts are heavy, we will always smile every time we think of the good times we shared together. We will miss you Tom. Our thoughts and prayers are with Denise and all of Tom’s family during these difficult days.
Love always, Ken, Connie, Kyla & Katherine Kelly
Dawn Sobieszczyk
October 30, 2020
Denise and kids we are so very sorry for your loss. Tom/your dad was such a kind, sweet man. Always a smile on his face when we ran into him. Hugs and prayers to all of you. Love Dawn & Tony Sobieszczyk
Krysta Meyer
October 30, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss of such an amazing man! Sending prayers and good vibes towards the whole family!
Alice (Klupar) Subach
October 30, 2020
I was so sad to hear of Pud's passing.
He was more than wonderful. I was lucky to have known him. I am so sorry for your loss.
Rob Bowman
October 30, 2020
To Barb and the rest of the family. My deepest sympathy. So sorry for your loss.
Eileen Renk
October 30, 2020
Denise and your entire family, I am so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. We truly will be missed. He always had such a great attitude let alone his sense of humor. You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless you Tom.
Jo Jean Allen
October 30, 2020
My Sincere condolences to all of Tom's family and friends. He was a wonderful man and always had a smile on his face! We worked together about 12 yrs ago, opening and take over of new hotels to our group. He was always talking about his family. So sad !
Jo Jean and Family
Gary
October 29, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss Barb.
Michele de St Aubin
October 29, 2020
Tom (Pud) will be missed by so many people. He made our family vacations at Lake Delavan fun and adventurous. He was such a friendly and funny guy!
Colleen
October 29, 2020
So sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul Klacko
October 29, 2020
Denise's sorry to hear about Tom's sudden passing. Prayers are being said for him and your entire family. God Bless!
Eileen Murray
October 29, 2020
Tom,
The summer of 2020 will be recorded in the history books as one of the worst. In my heart it will be recorded as one of the best. I will forever regret not getting a hug from you in the last seven months, but I will forever cherish the fact that we loved each other enough not to hug.
This summer we quarantined together, drank together, laughed together (oh my goodness how we laughed), talked together, worked together, helped together, ate together and reminisced together. Always together. I don't remember any tears this summer. There was fear and concern and confusion and frustration and disbelief. But no tears. Because you my friend had too much joy in your heart. You had too much love to share. You had too much life to live. You had to much hope for the future.
It was one week ago today that we had our last happy hour and it was one of our best! You kept saying it was the last one for the year and I kept disagreeing with you. If I only knew.......
Thank you for taking such good care of Big Red this summer. You kept her in wine and groceries and lottery tickets. And no one changes a light bulb quite like you.
I promise to take care of your bride. I will make sure she never runs out of Coca-Cola. I will help her find joy in every day. I will hold her hand as she walks through her future without you.
I promise to watch over your babies. I will wipe their tears when they miss you. I will remind them of how proud you were of them. I will laugh with them as they tell their favorite Silver Fox story.
I promise to love on your grandbabies as you would have. I will make sure they always feel your love every chance I get.
I promise to keep your partner in crime's tequila glass full. He is already lost without you.
I cannot comprehend this life without you. But the memories of the good times we have shared will help me through the bad times. The memory of your smile and laughter will brighten the darkest days. The memory of your love will lift my spirits and heal my heart.
You will be forever missed and yet always with us.
Rest in Peace and Love my brother and friend.
Kitty Riggenbach
October 29, 2020
Denise and Family, Carl and I are so very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. While several years have passed since our paths crossed, we look back fondly on those Kennedy Park years watching our boys play ball! May you find comfort in the love of your family and friends during this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Kitty and Carl Riggenbach
KIM PRATT
October 29, 2020
Denise,
We were so saddened to hear the shocking news of Tom's passing. Our hearts go out to you and all of the family. Know that we are here for you, we love you.
Deborah Chalmers
October 28, 2020
Denise and Kids I'm so sorry for your Loss. My heart goes out to you Denise. It's not easy to loss your Best Friend. Tj, Mike, Jon, Chrissy and Maddie, your dad was fun loving and so great to be around. I use to love Chalk talk on Fridays and the After parties at your house and mine. Your Dad will always be with you.
Ken & Jayne Murdoch
October 28, 2020
Thinking of you all and offering our deepest condolences. May the love of family and friends carry you through this difficult time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael Klupar
October 28, 2020
A great friend of my late sister Susan Klupar of Westchester, so sorry for your loss.
Sue Psenicka
October 28, 2020
Barb, my sympathy and prayers on the kiss of your brother.
Crystal Fencke
October 28, 2020
Maggie, My thoughts are with you.
Peggy/Rich Wilkerson
October 28, 2020
Denise,
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. We will surely miss the presence of Tom, who was truly a lovable and kind man.
Love ,
Rich and Peggy
John Hollowed
October 28, 2020
The sadness dissipates but the memories last forever, and Tom has left many wonderful memories for all his extended family and friends. I'll always be left with the memories of his smile and happy go-lucky disposition. I'll always have wonderful thoughts when I think of my cousin Tom. Love to Denise and all his family---Jack Hollowed
Tracy Schikora
October 28, 2020
Jon and family - I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your father! You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time!
Richard Crowley
October 28, 2020
My thoughts go out to Jon and the rest of the family as you support each other during this difficult time.
David Gaidas and Family
October 29, 2020
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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