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Thomas Whalen Obituary

Thomas F. Whalen, 58, passed away on July 19, 2006 at a local hospital. Tom was born on November 30, 1947 in Detroit, MI to Floyd and Mary (Hughes) Whalen. Tom married Alice Nielsen on August 20, 1994 in her hometown of Lena, IL. He was an insurance agent for Six and Geving prior to his passing. Tom loved to golf, play tennis and softball, and was a member of Sunrise United Methodist Church. An avid musician, Tom was an accomplished guitarist, composer and vocalist. He was a member of two folk groups: Red and The Boys and The Old Crusty Minstrels. Tom leaves behind three wonderful children: Michael Whalen, April Breeden and Nichelle Whalen. His parents preceded him in death. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on July 24, 2006 at the Sunrise United Methodist Church, 2655 Briargate Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80920. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Tom's name may be made to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, 500 NE Spanish River Blvd. Suite 8, Boca Raton, FL 33431.

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Published by The Gazette on Jul. 23, 2006.

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Rosa Baird Hartwell

July 28, 2025

Tommy and I had so much fun when we were kids wandering around his folks' 26 acres. We had many adventures there.

Rosa Lee Hartwell

June 12, 2020

I have been trying to find Tommy for a long time. My mother married Tommy's half brother Eddie. I was so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing.

Barbara Golden

May 31, 2017

Sorry to hear this. I was Tom's niece. He was my mother's half brother. I was wondering about him so I looked him up and found this.

Jody Mitchell

August 10, 2016

So hard to believe it has been over 10 years now since Tom passed. I think about him all the time. He was a great friend! We had a great time playing softball and baseball together. I will always carry those fond memories with me for the rest of my life. He truly was an inspiration and caring soul.

Pat Broe

July 29, 2006

Alice and Family,



Tom was one of a kind. A truly humble person. I worked with Tom from 1985 to about 1990. I recently was given the opportunity to work with Tom again and I was very happy to have that gift, although brief as it was. In all those years Tom never changed. He was still that same kind and giving person I always knew him to be. He will surely be missed by all who ever knew him but surely never forgotten!! Take joy in knowing that Tom touched many hearts by being that wonderful person, that exceptional character, the one that could put a smile on your face by just being himself!!!



We are all truly blessed to have known Tom. He's now strumming with the angels...what a great band. I'm sure they are thrilled too!!

Carol and Tim McVay

July 25, 2006

Alice, Our prayers are with you and the kids now. I wish we could join you in the celebration of Tom's life and his passing to a place better than this. Love you.

Brenda Speer

July 24, 2006

I am so sorry to learn of Tom's passing. My condolences to Alice, his wife and fellow band member in Red and The Boys, as well as to fellow band member, John Reid.

Dan & Rusty Dameron

July 24, 2006

Alice, we were so sorry to hear of Tom's untimely passing... we are keeping you and his family in our thoughts and prayers...

Judy Kiesel

July 24, 2006

Tom always had a smile and a joke for everyone - he was truly a great person. I know that everyone will miss him. The family is in my prayers. God Bless you all.

Rod Walker

July 23, 2006

Tom was a good friend and golfing buddy. I will miss him greatly.

Marc and Amy Gerardis

July 23, 2006

Although we didn't know Tom well, we are truly sorry for his passing.

Dick Larson

July 23, 2006

I am so sorry ! Tom will be nissed greatly. Alice, you and his family are in my prayers. God bless you !

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