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Thomas Russell Luce

October 24, 1925 ~ May 26, 2012 (age 86) 86 Years Old
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Message from richard Luce
June 1, 2012 1:26 PM

I am awfully to hear of the passing of Tom.  We were at Girard College in the early 1940''s before left  Girard.  I''ve tried many times to find him over the years but was never successful.  I don''t know if we were related but after seeing his picture, it wouldn''t surprise me.
I was questioned by his Grandfarther one time at a Girard holiday concerning our relationship, but I cannot recall the details.  I don''t think his grandfarther thouht we were.
I graduated from "The Hum" in june "44 and wentinto the Army Air Corps Aviation Cadet prgram  in July of that same year.
If you would take the time I would like to talk to someeone from Tom''s famil.   You can reach me by phone a (215) 672 5565 or at luce08@comcast.net.
Again I am very sorry for your loss.
Dick Luce

Message from dianne hammond
May 31, 2012 3:57 PM

Luann--I am so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. He was always a favorite. I never heard Tommy say a cross word about anyone--he always had a quick smile and a gentle manner. He will be missed but not forgotten. Sincerely Dianne
Message from Carmella Tucker-Williams
May 31, 2012 11:38 AM

SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF UR FATHER MR.BOB.I KNOW IN MY HEART HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED BY YOU ALL,JUST KNOW THAT GOD ONLY TAKES THE BEST AND MAY UR FATHER CONTINUE TO REST IN PEACE..SORROWFULLY SUBMITTED BY~CARMELLA TUCKER-WILLIAMS, NEIGHBOR,FLORENCE,NJ...
Message from Jon and Gail Fudge
May 31, 2012 9:48 AM

Luann,

Remembering many good times shared with you and Tom, including his incredible 80'th birthday party -- he knew how to party!  He was also a great aviator and mentor, and will be missed and thought of often...

Much love and friendship,
Jon and Gail
Message from McCollisters Transportation, Burlington, NJ
May 31, 2012 8:44 AM

To Diane and her Family.  
We are all thinking of you at this sad time.  Bless you and your family.   And thank you for posting so an amazing obituary of your father.
Message from ann suess cobb
May 30, 2012 8:31 PM

Lu,

May you find peace in knowing Tommy is flying home.  I will pray for comfort for you and all who love him.

annie k
Message from Hugh Horning
May 30, 2012 11:15 AM

Dear Co-Pilot Luan and Aircrew Family:

I was surprised to hear from EAA 240 of Tom's "Going West".  He was a great aviator and a fine man.  I know you will miss him.  But take comfort in the knowledge that he is in Paradise with The LOrd, with family and friends...no more suffering or pain...only Peace and Joy and Happiness !   And lots of Heavenly hangar flying with his former flying buddies ! And you will be together with again one day.

God Bless,

Hugh Horning

Message from Debbie & Paul Martin
May 30, 2012 7:37 AM

Lu,
We are so sorry to hear Tom has passed.  We will never forget what a great neighbor he was to us.  We regret we didn''t get back to MD to visit, I hope we can make a trip in the near future.  We send our thoughts and hugs to you during this difficult time.  You have great memories just hang on to them you and Tom are very special people!
Message from Sandra Chango
May 29, 2012 10:46 PM

Dear Luann,
My sincere sympathy for the loss of your wonderful companion, Tommy.  It is such a hard time but I know you are surrounded by great friends.  I, for one, will miss seeing Tom at the Capitol Reunions.  Take care of yourself.
Sincerely,  
Sandra Chango
Message from Rita Wyant Herskovits
May 28, 2012 7:22 PM

LuAnn, I hope you can find what you need to get through this difficult time. He will never really be gone....he lives on in so many memories.... of so many people.  I feel like he is now on an extended trip, with an ETA TBD. I am confident he is flying peacefully and free. My deepest sympathy, Rita
Message from michele gerard-fabbie
May 28, 2012 5:04 PM

i loved flying with tom and luann. we had such fun. hugs are sent flying to all who loved him and had the crazy pleasure of being on his crew.sincerely, michele
Message from Tuula Altman-Sacco
May 28, 2012 4:28 PM

Hi Luan the family, sorry to hear of your loss. Tommy was such a wonderful captain to fly with. He will always be remembered. My deep condolences. Tuula
Message from Ty Stover
May 28, 2012 3:19 PM

He was one of the best pilots to fly with. He will be missed by all of us.
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