Thomas H. Schmelzle
February 16, 1947 - December 20, 2009
Obituary
Thomas H. Schmelzle
Tom was born February 16, 1947in Denver, CO. He died December 20, 2009 in Kent, WA. Tom retired as a Load planning Specialist from Continental Airlines after 35 years. He enjoyed the outdoors and camping with his family.
Tom is survived by his loving wife, Cynthia Schmelzle, daughter and son-in-law Stephanie and Brad Perham, daughter and son-in-law Hillary and David Bass, grandchildren Ariel and Monica Bass and Jacob Perham, his mother Thalma Pickard, sister and brother-in-law Susan and Henry Lustig, sister-in-law Rachel Schmelzle, nieces Candice Else and family and Lauren Lustig. Tom was preceded in death by his father Everett Schmelzle and brother Jerry Schmelzle.
A Memorial Service will be held at Glendale Lutheran Church in Burien December 28, 2009 at 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to charity of choice.
Cynthia, I am so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Julie
Tom will be missed. His quick wit and sense of humor made every work day better.
All my thoughts and prayers are with Cynthia and the family. Please know that there are friends and family who share in your sorrow. May your cherished memories hold you strong during this difficult time.
Vert sad to hear. I worked with Tom for 10 years at Continental. We had a good time.