Thomas Muth Obituary

It has been over a year since Tom's passing and I still think of him. I have many happy memories of working with him. He was a good man who loved his wife and family very much. I hope you are doing okay Denise. I think of you often too.

To the Family of Tom Muth,



I have a lot of great memories of Tom during my time working with him at TransUnion. He was on the team that originally hired me and here I am 20 years later still working for TU. Tom was a great mentor confidant and most of all friend. I loved my time at work and outside the office it was always a lot of fun when Tom was around. I was very sorry when he left the company.



What I loved the most was all of the stories, especially the vacations his love of Denise the kids and everyone involved in his life. I remember one time we were at lunch and another co-worker was eating home grown jalapeno peppers with his lunch. Tom thought it would be great to spice up his sandwich so he asked if he could just cut off a sliver this little tiny piece. He placed it on his sandwich bit down and ‘Let the fireworks begin’ he must of drank 10 glasses of water to put out the fire. The funny thing about that is the guy that brought them was eating them like popcorn.



I was always glad that he and I kept in contact over all these years. I will truly miss him. Denise thanks for writing me to do this.

Daddy,

I love you and I will miss you till the day I die. I am at a loss without you. You were my hero, the one person I could always count on. You were the best father a daughter could ever ask for. I will cherish our time we spent together. I can't believe you are gone, but I know it is not forever. I wish I could feel your hug one more time. I wish I could say I love you one more time. I wish I could hear you whisper in my ear, "I love you more" one more time. Kevin and Dave miss and love you so much. Daddy, I love you forever.

I'm really going to miss Tom, he was larger than life. The good thing about larger than life people is you end up with more vivid memories.



I mostly remember Tom for his neverending quest to get me to marry his nephew.



I loved our friday restaurant trips, he always knew what the good restaurants were. Even after we left we still had our dinners out, I really looked forward to those times.



Tom and Denise were very adventurous, anywhere I talked about going Tom had been there and could tell you where the hotels were, where to eat and what to do.



I always loved his stories, especially the story about spending a summer at an Amish farm, it was pretty unbelievable considering some of the jokes Tom told!



He had a great understanding of the dynamics of business and people as well so he was always very knowledgeable as a mentor.



Most of all he was a lot of fun!

With Tom's passing he took a piece of my heart. You see I have some favorite cousins and Tom was one of them. He holds a part of my heart. The stories I have about Tom can fill this guest book. But my favorite memories started with Tom when he had his convertable chevy..... (now you know where Tom's hair went!) and his dog named "Chickie" a beautiful female Germend Shepard. He would come over on Saturday's to visit my parents and I would con him into taking me for a ride and a chocolate milk. It was the begining of a bond with him that has never broke.

I talked with Tom the day he passed and I will always treasure that phone call. He said he had a story to tell me and he was going to save it for when Denise and him came out to our home. Well, I will just have to wait for my story until I see him again.



To Suzie and Lisa, you both meant the world to your father. And what precious gifts you both gave him by making him a grandfather. How he loves your boys!!!



To Kevin, always remember the handshake!



To Spencer and Michael, your grandpa love you both so much. He is very proud of what young men you are.



To Denise, You will always be the love of Tom's life!



With loving memories,

Marnie

To Tom's Family:



Although I have many good memories of Tom that include his jokes, story telling and compassion. My favorite is his evening with Barbara Mandrel. Even though Tom wasn't famous in some circles, he sure was in ours. Tom had a wonderful way of trying to include everyone in his conversations and making sure he asked about their families and friends. I don't remember ever having a bad time when Tom was there.



I also think Tom and Denise were agreat role model for other couples. They always seemed to want to be with each other and shared many wonderful times together. Tom also made sure he bragged about his girls and their families. He was so proud of all of their accomplishments.



I know my family and I will miss him, but every time I go to grieve I remember what a joy he was, and I thank God I knew him and was able to enjoy so many fun times with him and Denise.



I hope your memories help you through this time of sorrow.



Wendy Skwira



P.S. Tom - Denise and Mike still need to go for beer.

I was also sad by Tom's passing. We worked together on some projects during his consulting days. Tom and I had a break every afternoon that we called Tea Time. He would either stop at my desk or I at his, and say "Is it Tea Time" and we would laugh and take a quick break. We kept in touch throughout the years, and Tom would call and tell me jokes or update me on other peoples where abouts. I will miss his great humor and attitude. God Bless Tom.

I was saddened to hear of Tom's passing.



He and I shared a lot of stories sitting next to eachother at work. He would joke that Patty Carro and I were his "cube wives". We laughed about that all the time.



I loved to hear his stories about the wonderful weekends he would spend with his wife, Denise. They were always going to the movies or checking out a new place to eat. He was Zurich's own movie and restaurant critic.



I'll never forget the support he gave me while my husband and I tried to have a baby. He was right there with the biggest hug and "you're going to be a great Mom" when I told everyone the news.



I'll miss his witty emails and sending him pictures of Catie.



Thoughts and prayers to you Denise and the family.

I worked with Tom during his time with us at "Zurich". It was always a joy coming into the office to hear a story or a joke! This news has definately surprised, and deeply saddened us all. My thoughts and prayers to Tom's family. He will really be missed.

I, too would stand with Tom during the breaks.



What I admired most about Tom was his enthusiasm and zest. Many times we shared 'great restaurant' stories. I knew I could count on Tom to know about the new movies (loved to take the kids to the current Disney flick), restaurant (in Bartlett or not) or hot spot! He talked of those outings with such charm that I almost envisioned I was there.



Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Tom was a great guy. He had a warm character that brightened everyone's day.



I can remember joining him for his smoke breaks at the office even though I didn't smoke- just to hear his stories and jokes. I know he sure enjoyed his years by the way he told stories, reflecting on his life as being joyous.



Tom also loved his wife very much. He would talk about Denise all the time.



Tom and I were good friends, and I viewed him as a bit of a paternal figure.



I will surely miss Tom and remember him.

j

May the road rise to meet you,

May the wind be always at your back, May the sun shine warm upon your face, may the rain fall soft upon your fields, And until we meet again May god hold you in the hollow of his hand. Now my dad (John Neil Connolly) has a friend in heaven with him....

God bless Tom Muth and his family. What a great guy!



The Connolly Family

Denise,



I am so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.



Katie Ryan - Elkay